Pychological Testing Services 

 I provide Psychoeducational Testing  for children and teens.  This is a series of Psychological tests which are used to analyze and understand a child's cognitive process and academic functioning in order for him/her to perform in school to their utmost potential.  At the end of the testing process, parents are provided with a comprehensive profile of their child's cognitive and academic strengths and obstacles as well as an individualized plan for assisting their child moving forward.  

Common Reasons for
 Psychoeducational Testing:

• You suspect that your child is not preforming to his/her potential in school.
• Your child may have difficulties in one or two subject areas and just doesn't seem to "get it" even after extra help or tutoring.
• Your child takes longer than necessary to complete homework assignments or school projects.
• You have been told your child may have ADD/ADHD.
• Your child has difficulty keeping school book or papers organized or constantly forgets books or school papers.
• You are seeking an evaluation by someone who is independent of the school system.
• You would like to know your child's academic potential.
• You would like to know if your child could benefit from a Gifted and Talented school program.

ADD/ADHD Assessment

I provide formal assessment for Attention Deficit  Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD).  Often parents are told by teachers, pediatricians, or even family members that their child may have ADD/ADHD.  Although ADD/ADHD does affect some children, it is often a diagnosis that is given to children without proper investigation and therefore, it can be over diagnosed.  Many times a child can appear to have ADD/ADHD when, in fact, there is another reason for inattentive or hyperactive behaviors.  

In my assessment for ADD/ADHD I spend time with your child to conduct a clinical evaluation and psychological testing.  I also spend time with parents to conduct a thorough interview and a review of checklist of your child's behaviors.  With your permission, I also review a checklist of behaviors with your child's teacher.   At the end of the assessment parents are provided with a detailed report of their child's functioning and an individualized plan for how they can best assist their child moving forward.