Tonya Gall, Ed.D.
Founding Partner
Dr. Tonya Gall is a highly experienced and board-certified School Psychologist with over 20 years of expertise, deeply committed to supporting students’ learning, academic, and social-emotional needs. Holding a Doctoral Degree in Educational Psychology from National-Louis University, Dr. Gall has spent a decade working in public schools and served as a fellow at the University of Chicago’s Orthogenic School. She also served as an executive board member of the Illinois Branch of the International Dyslexia Association, reflecting her dedication to advancing literacy support and awareness.
Dr. Gall’s approach with families is centered on partnership, empathy, and understanding, whether guiding parents through their first evaluation or a re-evaluation. She takes the time to understand each student’s background, address current concerns, and clarify referral questions, tailoring the testing process to meet each child’s unique needs. Her goal is to create a comprehensive diagnostic profile that links data to actionable interventions and goals, providing a clear narrative of the student’s learning profile and development. Employing a pragmatic approach, Dr. Gall actively collaborates with both school and private teams to ensure comprehensive support. She bridges the gap between school data and private evaluations by attending meetings and working closely with school staff. With extensive knowledge of public and private education systems, she navigates complex processes like IEPs and 504 plans with ease, advocating for student needs while making the process accessible and supportive for parents. Her solutions focus on practical, evidence-based strategies for promoting academic and emotional growth.
Central to Dr. Gall’s pragmatic approach is engaging students in understanding their own learning process. She uses clear, student-friendly language to explain evaluation results, helping to reduce confusion, shame, and encourage awareness, grace and self-advocacy skills. This thoughtful engagement extends into re-evaluations, where she remains committed to fostering long-term development. At PRS, Dr. Gall is a vital part of the educational therapy team, thoughtfully selecting and pairing students with learning specialists according to their needs and compatibility. She utilizes her expertise in designing and developing literacy and executive functioning interventions to implement effective multisensory instructional strategies for others.
Outside of her professional life, Dr. Gall enjoys grilling with her husband, attending her children’s activities, as well as reading, running, and participating in various philanthropic opportunities.
For more information on his professional services, Dr. Gall can be reached directly at 847-972-0072 x 203 or by email.