Dr. Paula M. Lewis, Ed.D., LPES

Dr. Paula M. Lewis, Ed.D., LPES is a Licensed Psycho-Educational Specialist and school psychologist with more than two decades of experience providing psychological assessment, consultation, and systems-level leadership across school, clinical, and community settings. She is the Founder and CEO of Guardian Allies Collective LLC, where she provides comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, consultation, and strategic supports for children, families, and multidisciplinary teams.

Dr. Lewis is a respected leader in the field of school psychology, having served as President of the Florida Association of School Psychologists (FASP) from 2022 to 2023 and Immediate Past President from 2023 to 2024. In these roles, she represented school psychologists statewide, supported ethical practice, guided strategic planning, and collaborated with professional organizations and state partners to advance high-quality psychological services.

In addition to her clinical and leadership work, Dr. Lewis serves as an adjunct professor at National Louis University, where she teaches and mentors graduate students preparing to become the next generation of school psychologists. Her teaching emphasizes data-based decision-making, ethical practice, systems thinking, and real-world application, bridging theory with the practical realities of school and behavioral health settings.

Dr. Lewis has held senior district leadership roles including Director of Student Services and Assistant Director of Psychological Services, supervising large multidisciplinary teams, supporting MTSS and PBIS implementation, leading crisis response and suicide prevention initiatives, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. She is known for her ability to translate complex assessment data into clear, actionable guidance that supports integrated care and informed decision-making.

As a collaborating psychologist with Low Country Behavior Wellness Agents, Dr. Lewis brings deep assessment expertise, a consultative leadership style, and a strong commitment to ethical, collaborative, and client-centered behavioral health services.