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High Plains Psychological Services

About

Specializing in evidence based assessment and intervention

Dr. Scambler has been a licensed clinical psychologist since 2004. He spent 5 years training graduate students to be clinical psychologists as an Assistant Professor in the Clinical Psychology Ph.D. Program at Oklahoma State University before moving to Laramie, Wyoming in 2007 where he has developed a private practice and consults with numerous school districts in the state.

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Dr. Scambler has a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology. He has worked extensively with children with attention and behavior disorders as well as developmental disorders including Autism Spectrum Disorder and intellectual disabilities. He has also worked with adolescents and adults who have difficulties in the above mentioned areas. In addition, He has worked with children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing anxiety and depression.

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Employment and Educational History

  • Clinical Psychologist in Private Practice, Laramie Wyoming                                    2007-Present

  • Adjunct Professor of Psychology, University of Wyoming, Laramie                         2019-Present

  • Coordinator of Autism Projects, Wyoming INstitute for Disabilities (WIND)–

  • University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, Laramie Wyoming 2008-2009

  • Assistant Professor of Psychology, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, Oklahoma  2002-2007

  • Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Developmental Psychobiology Research Group     2000-2002

  • University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Denver, Colorado

  • Postdoctoral Clinical Fellow, JFK Partners, University Affiliated Program                1999-2000

  • University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Denver, Colorado

  • Psychology Intern, Child Development & Rehabilitation Center                              1998-1999

  • Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland, Oregon

  • Doctor of Philosophy, University of Kentucky - Lexington                                        1995-1999

  • APA Approved Clinical Psychology Program

  • Master of Arts, University of Kentucky - Lexington                                                   1993-1995

  • APA Approved Clinical Psychology Program

  • Bachelor of Arts, University of Colorado-Boulder                                                     1986-1990

  • Major: Psychology

Clinical Experience

  • Licensed Psychologist in the State of Wyoming as of August 29, 2007 (#448)

  • Licensed Psychologist in the State of Oklahoma 2004 - 2009 (#965)

  • Autism and Behavioral Consultant to multiple Wyoming Public School Districts Wyoming 2007 - Present

  • Stillwater Public Schools, Stillwater Oklahoma, 2006-2007

    • Consultant: Provided consultation to staff on inclusion of children with autism spectrum disorders.

  • Clinical Supervision, Clinical Psychology Training Program, Oklahoma State University, 2002 - 2007

  • The University of Colorado, Health Sciences Center, Department of Psychiatry, 1999-2002

    • Post-Doctoral Fellow: Provided outpatient therapy and assessments for autism and other disorders.

  • Oregon Health Sciences University, Child Development & Rehabilitation Center, 1998-1999

    • Internship: Provided outpatient therapy and assessments for children and adults.

  • University of Kentucky, Jesse G. Harris Psychological Services Center, 1992-1997

    • Outpatient Therapist: Provided outpatient therapy, assessments and social skills training.

  • Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic, Attention Deficit Disorder Program, 1990-1992

    • Provided day treatment services for children with behavior and learning disorders.

Presentations and Workshops

  • Scambler, D.J. (2019) Tips and Tricks for Communicating with your Children, Invited address to parents, Platte County School District #2, September 24, 2019.

  • Scambler, D.J. (2016) Identification of and Intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorders, Wyoming Psychological Association, April 30, 2016.

Treatment and Services

Specializing in Psychological Services for Children

What treatments are provided?

Research-supported interventions will be provided. Interventions will involve the identified client and may involve parents, teachers, and other important individuals in the client’s life. Possible interventions include:

  • Behavioral interventions for behavior problems including autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.

  • Parenting skills training

  • Individual Therapy

  • School consultation

  • Social skills groups

  • ·Cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety and/or depression

  • For some problems, referral may be made to other professionals including

  • Medical provider for medication consultation

  • Speech language pathologists for communication difficulties

  • Occupational and/or physical therapy

What Does an Assessment Include?

  • An assessment will include the evaluation of strengths as well as needs.

  • You will be provided with a written report and an opportunity for in-person feedback.

  • Recommendations may include treatment that may be provided in this office or referrals to other types of professionals in the community will be made if appropriate.

  • Evidence-based assessment techniques will be used including standardized, norm-referenced measures when available.

Who is Served?

  • Infants/toddlers

  • Preschoolers

  • Children

  • Teenagers

  • Adults

What Can We Help With?

  • Developmental delays/disabilities

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders

  • Social problems

  • Attention problems

  • Behavior problems

  • Learning problems

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

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