FAQs

Q: Why would I need a psychological or educational psychological assessment for my child?

A: There are several reasons why an assessment might be beneficial:

To identify learning disabilities or challenges that may be affecting your child's academic performance.
To gain a better understanding of your child's strengths and weaknesses.
To address concerns about your child's social or emotional development.
To provide recommendations to other support agencies, including schools.
The assessment results can help you understand your child's perspective and develop effective strategies to support their development and learning.

Specific Assessments

Q: What is IQ testing?

A: IQ testing measures a person's cognitive abilities, including verbal and nonverbal intelligence. It can help identify giftedness or intellectual disabilities.

Q: What is an early childhood assessment?

A: Early childhood assessments evaluate a young child's development in areas such as language, motor skills, social skills, and cognitive abilities. They can help identify developmental delays or concerns.

Q: What is the difference between ADHD and autism?

A: ADHD and autism are both neurodevelopmental conditions that can affect a child's attention, behavior, and social skills. However, they have distinct characteristics. An assessment can help determine if your child meets the criteria for either or both conditions.

Q: What is a learning disabilities assessment?

A: A learning disabilities assessment is a comprehensive evaluation that identifies specific learning challenges that may be impacting a child's academic performance. Learning disabilities can include: Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, Auditory Processing Disorders, Visual Processing Disorders, Executive Functioning difficulties, and

A learning disabilities assessment can help determine if your child has a specific learning disability and identify the appropriate accommodations or interventions to support their learning.

Q: What are the steps involved in the assessment process?

A: The assessment process typically involves the following steps:

Intake: A detailed interview will be conducted to gather information about the client’s history, concerns, and goals. The psychologist may review relevant educational, medical, and psychological records.
Assessment session:
1. Interviews: Interviews may be conducted with the client, as well as parents/caregivers, and if needed, teachers, and/or other relevant individuals.
2. Standardized Assessments: Standardized tests will be administered to assess areas of concern.
3. Observations: The psychologist will conduct testing observations and also may include observations in other settings.
Feedback Session: A meeting will be held to discuss the assessment results and provide recommendations.

Q: How long does an assessment take?

A: The length of an assessment can vary depending on the client’s age and the specific areas being evaluated. It may take several hours; and in some cases, multiple sessions.

Q: How long does it typically take to receive the feedback after the assessment session?

A: The turnaround time for receiving the feedback can vary depending on the complexity of the assessment and the psychologist's workload. However, you can generally expect to receive the results within a couple of weeks of the final assessment session.

Q: How will I receive the results of the assessment?

A: After the assessment is complete, you will receive a comprehensive report that summarizes the findings and provides recommendations and resources.