Child Psycho-Educational Evaluation

Immediate availability for Psycho-Educational evaluations

Accepting New Clients.

PsychCare has immediate availability for clients who need a Psycho-Educational assessment. We work with children as young as 7 years-old.

Psycho-Educational Evaluation: A psycho-educational evaluation is a comprehensive assessment process designed to unravel the complexities of a child’s learning and cognitive profile. This evaluation identifies the child’s unique educational strengths and weaknesses, offering insights into various aspects of their academic functioning. Through a combination of intellectual, academic, and processing assessments, this evaluation pinpoints areas such as reading, writing, and mathematical abilities, as well as broader cognitive functions including memory, attention, and problem-solving skills. Common challenges identified through psycho-educational evaluations include specific learning disorders, difficulties in executive functioning, and issues with language processing. The outcome of this evaluation is crucial in developing tailored educational plans and interventions that enhance a child’s learning outcomes and academic success. The insights gained from a psycho-educational evaluation are essential for making informed decisions about educational strategies, accommodations, and potential referrals for further specialized support.

Purpose of the Psycho-Educational Evaluation: The purpose of the Psycho-Educational Evaluation is to conduct an in-depth assessment of children aged 7 to 17 years to explore their academic and cognitive profiles. This evaluation is meticulously designed by Dr. Deija McLean to identify each child’s unique learning strengths and potential challenges that impact their educational performance. Through a comprehensive review of educational records, detailed questionnaires from parents and teachers, and a series of targeted intellectual and academic assessments, the process aims to accurately evaluate a wide array of cognitive and learning dimensions. This individualized approach ensures that specific educational needs are identified, allowing for the development of personalized educational plans. The ultimate goal is to facilitate interventions that optimize learning outcomes, address any identified disabilities or difficulties, and support the child’s academic and personal growth across various educational contexts.

Recommended for children and adolescents aged 7 to 17 years who are experiencing academic challenges, learning discrepancies, or suspected learning disabilities. This evaluation is particularly beneficial for students who display difficulties in specific academic areas such as reading, writing, or mathematics, or who may have inconsistencies between their potential and actual academic performance. It is also suited for those requiring detailed assessments to support the development or refinement of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), 504 Plans, or other educational interventions. Families and educators seeking a comprehensive understanding of a child’s cognitive strengths and weaknesses to better tailor educational strategies and supports will find this evaluation essential. Additionally, this evaluation can assist in determining eligibility for special education services and in providing recommendations for appropriate accommodations to enhance educational outcomes.

  • Review of your child’s records (Individualized Education Program [IEP], medical records, previous evaluations, report cards, & work samples)
  • Parent and teacher questionnaires regarding your child’s behavior and skills (adaptive skills, social-emotional skills, behavioral functioning, executive functioning)
  • Testing
    • Intellectual Assessment
    • Academic Skills Assessment
  • Psychological evaluation report

“My child excels in speaking and verbal tests but struggles significantly with reading and writing. Their teacher has mentioned the possibility of dyslexia, and we’re seeking an evaluation to understand their specific learning needs.”

“Despite doing well in mathematics last year, my child is now falling behind, especially with problem-solving and understanding new concepts. We’re concerned there might be a learning block or disability that hasn’t been identified yet.”

“My child has always had trouble with memory and following multi-step instructions, which affects their ability to complete schoolwork independently. We’re looking for insights into how we can help improve their cognitive functions.”

“The school has suggested that our child might benefit from an IEP due to inconsistent academic performance across different subjects, and we need a thorough assessment to determine the appropriate accommodations.”

“Our child gets easily frustrated with schoolwork and often gives up on assignments that involve writing or detailed analysis. We suspect there might be underlying issues like processing disorders.”

“We’ve noticed that our child has difficulty understanding and keeping up with their peers in group discussions and classroom activities, leading to social withdrawal. An evaluation could help us understand if there are auditory processing challenges or other issues at play.”

“My child performs well in practical tasks but has difficulty expressing what they’ve learned in written tests and homework. We’re considering a psycho-educational evaluation to explore this disparity and identify potential interventions.”

$3000

Flexible Payment Options Available! You can sign up to pay for psychological testing through CareCredit. Click here to learn more e.g Pay no interest for 12 months with the 12-month interest-free plan!

Insurance: Our evaluator for this evaluation is out of network. Our office can supply a superbill to submit to your insurance for out-of-network benefits

Additional optional service rates: $250 per hour (e.g. consultation with other providers, attendance at and assistance with IEP meetings, additional consultation of more than 15 minutes regarding testing results, etc)

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