What I Assess

Depending on your child's needs and referral questions, an evaluation may include assessment of:

• Cognitive ability (how your child learns, thinks, and processes information)

• Academic achievement (reading, writing, math, and oral language)

• Attention and executive functioning (focus, organization, working memory, impulse control)

• Autism (social communication, sensory patterns, and behavioral flexibility)

• Processing abilities (auditory processing, visual-spatial skills, processing speed)

• Social-emotional functioning (anxiety, mood, and how your child experiences themselves and the world)

Not every child needs every piece. We'll talk through what makes sense for your child before we begin.

College Transition and Accommodations Documentation

For many families, an evaluation becomes urgent when a teenager is getting ready to leave home — whether for a four-year university, community college, or vocational training. Many students who received support in high school are surprised to learn that accommodations don't automatically transfer.

Colleges, universities, and standardized testing programs (including the SAT, ACT, GRE, and LSAT) require current, comprehensive documentation of a disability in order to provide accommodations such as:

• Extended time on tests and assignments

• Reduced-distraction testing environments

• Note-taking support or recorded lectures

• Assistive technology

• Flexible attendance or assignment policies

I provide evaluations specifically designed to meet these documentation standards. Whether your teen is newly struggling or has been managing a known diagnosis for years, a thorough evaluation creates a clear, professional record of their needs — one they can use throughout their academic career and beyond.

Fees

Fees vary based on the scope of the evaluation and the referral questions. A brief consultation is the best way to determine what type of evaluation fits your child's needs.

• ADHD Evaluation — $750
  Best for families primarily seeking clarification around attention, focus, or executive functioning

• Autism Assessment— $2,000
  Best for children or teens where autism, ADHD, or both are a question, or where a more comprehensive understanding of the whole profile is needed

• Full Psychoeducational Evaluation (learning disabilities, cognitive profile, academic achievement) — fees vary; contact for details
  Best for children and teens with academic struggles, suspected learning disabilities, or who need documentation for school-based or college accommodations

  What You'll Walk Away With

At the end of the evaluation process, you will receive:

• A comprehensive written report that describes your child's full profile in plain language — what the results mean, not just what the numbers are

• A clear picture of your child's strengths alongside areas where support is warranted

• Individualized, practical recommendations for home, school, and beyond

• Diagnostic clarification where appropriate

• Documentation suitable for requesting school-based supports (IEPs, 504 plans), college accommodations, or standardized testing accommodations

• A feedback session to walk through the results together and answer your questions

What the Process Looks Like

Every evaluation begins with a conversation. Here's how the process typically unfolds:

1. Brief consultation — We connect by phone or email to discuss your concerns and determine whether an evaluation is a good fit.

2. Intake and history gathering —We will meet and talk through your child’s history, including background information. For older teens and young adults, we meet with the individual themselves. This portion of the assessment can occur virtually.

3. Testing sessions — Depending on the child's age and the scope of the evaluation, testing typically takes place over one to two sessions. We work at a pace that is comfortable for your child.

4. Teacher and parent rating scales — We gather information from multiple sources, including school, to get a complete picture.

5. Report and feedback — You receive a written report with recommendations for next steps. We will meet for a dedicated feedback session to review findings, so you can ask questions, and leave with a clear sense of next steps.

Next Steps

f you've been wondering whether an evaluation might help your child — or if you're on a deadline to get documentation ready before a college application or testing date — I'd encourage you to reach out sooner rather than later. Waitlists can be longer than families expect.

The first step is a brief, no-pressure consultation. You don't need to have everything figured out. You just need to reach out.

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"Every child deserves to be understood — not just managed."