Frequently Asked Questions

  This depends on your primary concerns.

• Psychological Evaluation is best if you're concerned about emotional, behavioral, and/or attention-related issues (e.g., ADHD, anxiety, mood).

• Psycho-educational Evaluation is appropriate if you're concerned about academic challenges or possible learning disorders (e.g., dyslexia, dysgraphia).

• Comprehensive Evaluation covers both clinical and learning concerns.

• ASD Evaluation is designed to assess for Autism Spectrum Disorder and any co-occurring issues.

 No need to worry—we’ll guide you in choosing the best evaluation during your complimentary consultation. 

The quoted fee includes:

• All testing materials and administration
• Clinical interviews
• Behavior rating scales/questionnaires
• A comprehensive written report
• A follow-up parent feedback session
  Additional measures or rating scales (if needed) may result in a modest added cost, which will be reviewed with you in advance.

Typically, the full process includes 3–4 appointments over a span of 3–4 weeks, depending on your schedule and the complexity of the evaluation. This includes intake, testing sessions, and feedback.

Starting on June 16, 2025, we will be in-network with most Aetna plans. All other services are considered self-pay.

We can provide you with an itemized superbill to submit for potential reimbursement through your out-of-network benefits, but we cannot guarantee coverage.Typically, the full process includes 3–4 appointments over a span of 3–4 weeks, depending on your schedule and the complexity of the evaluation. This includes intake, testing sessions, and feedback.

Testing for early kindergarten entry can begin as early as April 17th each year. Make sure to check your school district’s specific requirements and deadlines. 

If appropriate, yes. A diagnosis is provided when it is clinically indicated based on all data collected. Some evaluations may confirm that a diagnosis is not appropriate, which is equally valuable in ruling out concerns.

You’ll receive a detailed report summarizing the evaluation results, diagnosis (if applicable), and personalized recommendations or accommodations. We’ll review everything together during your feedback session.

Yes! The report is often shared with schools to support educational planning, accommodations (e.g., IEP, 504 Plan), or gifted/talented program consideration. We write all reports with both parents and educators in mind.

 For Young Children (ages ~4–8):
You might say something like:

"You're going to meet with someone who will do some fun and interesting activities with you—like answering questions, remembering things, and maybe using blocks or puzzles. The goal is to find out what you're really great at and see if there’s anything that feels tricky, so we can help make things easier. And when you're all done, you’ll get to choose a prize for doing such an awesome job!"

For Older Kids and Preteens (ages ~9–12):
You could say:

"You're going to do a variety of thinking and learning activities with a psychologist. These help us understand how your brain works best—like how you solve problems, understand language, or focus—so we can support you at school and at home. It’s not a test you can pass or fail; it just helps us understand you better."

For Teens:
Try something like:

"This evaluation is designed to help us understand more about how you think, learn, and process information—what comes naturally to you and what might be more challenging. It can help explain why some things at school or in life feel easy and others don’t, and it gives us good info for figuring out helpful supports or strategies. You’ll be working with someone who’s just there to learn about how your mind works—not to judge or grade you."