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

Dr. Layne Kalbfleisch, Ph.D. is an educational psychologist, neuroscientist, and thought leader specializing in learning, assessment translation, and twice-exceptional (2E) development. She is the Principal 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. She has served as adjunct faculty at Northern New Mexico College and the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, and as Co-Principal Investigator on the NSF-funded Brain Dynamics in Learning Project. Her professional contributions include motivational speaking, grant writing, parent education, and consulting with schools, health systems, 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 disaster preparedness. She is an active volunteer with groups such as Tewa Women United, the LANL Foundation, and the Rio Arriba County Early Childhood Committee, where she currently serves as Chair. 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.

• Ph.D., Educational Psychology and Neuroscience
• M.Ed., Educational Psychology and Gifted Education
• Postdoctoral Fellowship, Pediatric Neuroimaging
• B.A., English

• 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
• Omicron Delta Kappa
• Delta Gamma, VP Scholarship

• American Psychological Association
• The Society of Indian Psychologists
• National Register of Health Services Psychologists Practice Academy
• International Association of Coaching
• NSF Group Brain Dynamics in Learning Project
• George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences –

• Tewa Women United
• Local Collaborative 18
• Abiquiu Area Emergency Services Project Inc
• Pueblo de Abiquiu Library and Cultural Center
• LANL Foundation
• Rio Arriba County Early Childhood Committee (RACECC)