Karyn Ewart, PhD

Karyn Ewart, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who has worked in public and private schools for over 20 years. As a clinical director for 10 years, she has extensive experience developing and implementing differentiated instruction models, social-skills curricula, school-wide behavior management systems, and mental health support systems. She also served as a secondary-school director, where she supervised all aspects of school operations. Dr. Ewart has created and presented seminars to students, parents, and educational professionals on topics including executive functioning skills support, conflict resolution, anti-bullying, ADHD, Autism, specific learning disabilities, anxiety, and psychological assessments. She especially enjoys working with students who have ADHD, autism, and/or anxiety and is committed to supporting an inclusive school community. 

Dr. Ewart holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Vanderbilt University, a master’s degree in psychology from American University, and a doctorate in clinical psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology. She has extensive experience working with adolescents in schools, including students with learning differences and mental health struggles. She believes that engaging students to be active members of a community, within a school setting, serves as a catalyst for developing positive relationships, facilitating growth, and effecting change.

Dr. Ewart grew up in Arlington, where she now lives with her husband and senior dog. She loves watching soccer, running, reading, listening to music, and playing any type of group game. She is the proud parent of two young adults who have taught her so much.