About Us
Crystal Patel, M.S., NCSP, MBA, LEP
Crystal Patel is the owner of Cognitive Canvas Psychology. She is a Licensed Educational Psychologist and Nationally Certified School Psychologist with more than 12 years of experience in the educational arena. Having previously worked as a full-time psychologist in both Los Angeles and New York City, she knows what is required to meet the individualized educational, social-emotional, and behavioral needs of students as young as preschool age. Throughout her career, Crystal has crafted her expertise in working with neurodivergent and at-risk students in both charter and public school settings. Moreover, she knows what is needed to help individuals excel in a variety of demanding settings.

Certifications
Licensed Educational Psychologist
Issued By: Board of Behavioral Sciences
Credential ID: #4524
Pupil Personnel Services Credential- School Psychology
Issued By: California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
Credential ID: 220077637
Pupil Personnel Services Credential- School Child Welfare and Attendance
Issued By: California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
Credential ID: 170099032
New York Permanent Certificate in School Psychology
Issued By: NYC Department of Education
Credential ID: 2762339
Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP)
Issued By: National Association of School Psychologists
Credential ID: 44867
Autism Specialist Certificate
Issued By: California State University, Los Angeles in June 2012
Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis in Educational Settings
Issued By: California State University, Los Angeles in June 2012
Degrees
Masters in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship
Southern New Hampshire University
M.S. in Counseling with Option in School Psychology
California State University, Los Angeles
B.A. in Sociology and Psychology
Loyola Marymount University