Specialized IEE Experts for Santa Monica Families

Providing high-resolution Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE) for students in the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District.

Advocating for SMMUSD Students

Ensuring that every child in Santa Monica has access to a thorough and unbiased assessment profile.

Boutique Expertise

Highly specialized assessments for neurodiverse learners and 2e (twice-exceptional) students.

Local Knowledge

Deeply familiar with Santa Monica-Malibu Unified (SMMUSD) district and SELPA requirements.

Clinical Precision

Using the latest diagnostic batteries to create actionable, research-backed IEP recommendations.

Defensible Results

Reports designed to be legally defensible and provide clear evidence for FAPE support.

Our Evaluation Services

Complete assessment coverage across all domains of suspected disability.

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Expertise matters. Set your child up for success with a comprehensive second opinion.

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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