Rooted Within
Helping parents understand their children and build calmer, more connected home and family life through an approach rooted in child development, rhythm, and intentional living.
led by amanda Handleson
licensed educational psychologist
Evaluations for parents and students seeking insight into ability, processing, and learning.
Each evaluation includes formal, standardized testing and moves beyond scores to consider how a child’s strengths, temperament, relationships, and developmental stage shape their learning experience. Rooted in the whole-child process, evaluations offer integrated insight, clear next steps, and formal diagnosis when appropriate.
One-on-one sessions for parents and professionals seeking clarity, reassurance, or direction.
Grounded in the rooted within process, these sessions provide attuned understanding, practical strategies, and insight into learning, regulation, and development. Office Hours are flexible, bookable as needed, and designed to leave you feeling resourced and clear about next steps.
The Rooted Within Collective is a growing space for professionals dedicated to collaborative, whole-child support.
Here you’ll find co-led evaluations, shared projects, and opportunities to connect across disciplines, bringing educators, therapists, and care teams together to create meaningful change for children and families.
colleague & education specialist
It is rare to find an assessor as nimble and effective as Amanda. Her competence, professionalism, insight, and natural ability to connect with students and earn the trust of their families make her one of the most outstanding school psychologists I have had the pleasure of working with.
Rooted Within offers a grounded, intentional approach to parenting — one that honors your child’s development and the daily rhythms that shape family life. Here, you’ll find space to reflect, reset, and create a home rhythm that feels supportive rather than overwhelming.
Every child has a unique way of moving through the world.We start by understanding your child as a whole person and noticing what the everyday moments are asking of your home.
This support meets you in your current season and helps you feel more anchored, more equipped, and more connected to what matters most.