We provide a range of evaluations tailored to meet different needs. We test children starting at age 5, teenagers, and some young adults depending on the referral concern. 

 

Common reasons for testing include:

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

• Learning Disabilities (e.g. dyslexia, reading, writing, math difficulties)

• Executive functioning difficulties (organization, time management)

• Extended time on standardized tests

• College accommodations

• Autism Spectrum

• Mood Disorders (e.g. Depression)

• Emotional/behavioral regulation 

• Anxiety Disorders

• Social difficulties

• Kindergarten readiness

• Giftedness/Private School Placement

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​​​​​Comprehensive Psychoeducational Assessment​

A comprehensive psychoeducational evaluation helps you understand how your child learns, thinks, and navigates emotions or behavior. If your child is struggling in school, having trouble focusing, or showing signs of frustration or anxiety, an evaluation can identify what’s getting in the way and why. Rather than offering a quick fix, it provides a complete picture of your child’s strengths and challenges, leading to practical, personalized recommendations for home and school. These are the evaluations we conduct when there is a concern of a learning disorder, ADHD, autism, or other related diagnoses. We spend 16-20+ hours learning about your child to make informed diagnoses and recommendations that will help them access services if needed. 

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With our expertise in interpreting complex educational data and documents, we create thorough, clear reports that are especially helpful to school teams. These evaluations can guide decisions about your child’s needs and the services or supports that may be appropriate.

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This in-depth understanding empowers families and educators to make informed decisions and advocate effectively. More than just a diagnosis, a good evaluation offers a roadmap that equips you with clarity, confidence, and next steps to help your child thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

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Our evaluations include important neuropsychological areas such as attention, memory, and executive functioning to provide a comprehensive understanding of how your child learns and processes information. This approach helps us deliver clear insights and practical recommendations tailored to support your child’s success.

 

Our thorough evaluation process typically takes about 4 to 6 weeks. The evaluation includes:

• Review of Records: Before your first appointment, we’ll ask you to complete a background form to help us better understand your child’s history. We also encourage you to share any relevant documents—such as report cards, prior evaluations, IEPs/504 plans, or other school records—that may provide helpful context.

• Intake Meeting: An in-depth conversation with parents or caregivers to understand your concerns and your child’s history. This is typically held virtually. 

• Rating Forms: You’ll complete standardized questionnaires about your child’s development, behavior, and functioning.

• Teacher/Provider Input: We usually gather feedback from teachers or other professionals who work with your child.

• Testing Sessions: Conducted in our office over two to three sessions, each lasting a few hours. Depending on your child’s needs, we may use a variety cognitive and academic tests, attention and memory tasks, interviews, play-based assessments, and rating scales. Each evaluation is personalized to your child. 

• Feedback and Report: After the evaluation, you’ll receive a comprehensive written report that includes findings, any diagnoses, and personalized recommendations. We’ll go over everything together in a feedback meeting and are available for continued consultation if needed. With our background as school psychologists, we understand what school teams look for when determining IEP or 504 eligibility and services—and we tailor our reports to support those decisions effectively.

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Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE)

​Some of our clinicians are approved providers for Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs) in Fairfax County and Prince William County Public Schools. An IEE is a private evaluation that families can request when they disagree with the school’s evaluation results or decisions about special education services. It offers an independent, second opinion to help clarify your child’s needs and guide educational planning.

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Our IEE evaluations include psychological, neuropsychological, and educational components, as appropriate, and are tailored to your child’s unique profile. If your school district approves an IEE, we’re happy to discuss our availability and whether we’re a good match for your family.

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Dyslexia Screening

We offer dyslexia screening for early elementary school children who may be struggling with early literacy. This is especially important if there’s a family history of reading or writing difficulties. The screening helps us understand your child’s current abilities, evaluate their risk for dyslexia, and most importantly, provide clear recommendations for early intervention to support strong reading skills and help prevent future challenges.

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​​​Cognitive Assessment for Advanced Academic and Private School Placement

We provide cognitive assessments to support applications for gifted programs and private school placement. Our experienced practitioners have worked with many children and families navigating these processes, and we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

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Not sure what your child needs? You’re not alone.
Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with one of our licensed psychologists to discuss your concerns and explore the best next steps.

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