Dr. Layne Kalbfleisch, M.Ed., Ph.D.

Dr. Layne Kalbfleisch, Ph.D. is a doctor of educational psychology, cognitive neuroscientist, and thought leader specializing in learning, assessment translation, and twice-exceptional (2E) development. She is the Principal and CEO of 2E Consults® LLC, where she leverages over two decades of experience in educational psychology and neuroscience to help individuals, families, and organizations translate complex psycho-educational and clinical assessment data into actionable strategies that improve learning outcomes and quality of life. Her work spans adults, parents, children, and systems serving diverse learners, with a strong emphasis on equity, neurodiversity, and strengths-based development. Dr. Kalbfleisch holds a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology and Neuroscience from the University of Virginia and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric neuroimaging at Weill Medical College of Cornell University and Summer Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience at Dartmouth College. She was a tenured associate professor at George Mason University and has served as adjunct faculty at Georgetown University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Neurology, Northern New Mexico College School of Education, the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Pediatrics, and as Co-Principal Investigator on the National Science Foundation-funded Group Brain Dynamics in Learning Project. Her professional contributions include motivational speaking, grant writing, parent education, and consulting with schools, health systems, tribes and community organizations across the United States, particularly in New Mexico and the Mid-Atlantic region. Deeply committed to community engagement, Dr. Kalbfleisch has held numerous leadership and board roles with organizations focused on early childhood, behavioral health, Indigenous communities, education, and trauma informed care. She is an active volunteer with groups such as the Rio Arriba County Early Childhood Committee, the NM Local Collaborative 18 behavioral health committee where she currently serves as Chair, the Indigenous Social Determinants of Health Collaborative and UNESCO. She is the author of, 'Teaching to Every Kid's Potential: Simple Neuroscience Lessons to Liberate Learners (W.W. Norton, 2021). Grounded in faith, land-based practices, creativity, and lifelong learning, Dr. Kalbfleisch brings transparency, compassion, and humanity to her work—bridging science and lived experience to help individuals and communities thrive during times of change. She is a member of the Sault Tribe of Ojibway, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan.

• Ph.D., Educational Psychology and Neuroscience
• M.Ed., Educational Psychology and Gifted Education
• Postdoctoral Fellowship, Pediatric Neuroimaging
• B.A., English
• Postdoctoral Training, Summer Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience, Dartmouth College

• University of Virginia – Ph.D., Educational Psychology and Neuroscience
• University of Virginia – M.Ed., Educational Psychology and Gifted Education
• Kent State University – B.A., English
• Indiana University Bloomington – Music, Voice
• The College of Wooster – Music, Voice
• Cornell University – Postdoctoral Fellowship, Pediatric Neuroimaging

• Golden Key National Honor Society, President
• Mortar Board, President
• Delta Gamma, VP Scholarship
• Alfred P Sloan Minority Fellowship - Gordon Research Conference
• NIH National Research Service Award
• Omicron Delta Kappa, President

• American Psychological Association
• The Society of Indian Psychologists
• National Register of Health Services Psychologists Practice Academy
• International Association of Coaching

• Local Collaborative 18
• Abiquiu Area Emergency Services Project Inc
• Pueblo de Abiquiu Library and Cultural Center
• Rio Arriba County Early Childhood Committee (RACECC)
• UNESCO
• Indigenous Social Determinants of Health Collaborative