Long Beach Special Education Support

Advocating for student rights through thorough Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE) in Long Beach Unified.

Independent Evaluations in Long Beach

We work collaboratively with families and LBUSD to ensure students receive an appropriate education profile.

Local Hub

Focused on the Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD) and surrounding community resources.

Multidisciplinary

Coordinated assessments across psychoeducational, speech, and occupational therapy domains.

IEP Expert Testimony

Our evaluators present findings at IEP meetings to ensure the student's needs are translated into goals.

Rights Advocacy

Helping parents understand their FAPE rights under California Special Education Law.

Our Evaluation Services

Complete assessment coverage across all domains of suspected disability.

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Meet the Director

Founded by Donald Ghrist, LEP, Comprehensive Assessment Services was established to provide families and school districts with truly independent, high-quality educational evaluations—ensuring every student's needs are accurately identified and appropriately addressed.

Donald Ghrist, LEP
"Every child deserves an accurate, unbiased assessment. Our mission is to provide families and districts with the clarity needed to make informed educational decisions—grounded in evidence, delivered with integrity."
Donald Ghrist, Licensed Educational Psychologist (#2703), brings over 25 years of experience conducting psychoeducational evaluations for students with diverse learning needs. He leads a multidisciplinary team of credentialed specialists committed to delivering legally compliant, clinically sound, and compassionate Independent Educational Evaluations.
✔ Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP #2703)
✔ 25+ Years Conducting Special Education Assessments
✔ Expertise in IEE, IDEA Compliance, and IEP Development