She received her PhD in school psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and completed a clinical fellowship in developmental disabilities at Boston Children’s Hospital. Her clinical interests include diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, and other developmental and/or mood concerns; treatment of anxiety and co-occurring behavioral difficulties for children with developmental disabilities; and school consultation. Walter’s current research interests are primarily focused on school services and supports for children with disabilities, particularly children with intellectual disability and/or autism. She recently conducted a study investigating factors associated with school placement (e.g., inclusive, sub-separate, combined program) for children with Down syndrome.