Psycho-Educational Evaluation

Assessment services for children and adolescents are offered to answer specific diagnostic questions or to gain greater understanding of their functioning. We utilize psycho-educational testing when a child or adolescent is experiencing academic and/or behavioral problems. Testing focuses on the youth’s intellectual and learning capabilities, as well as his/her behavioral and emotional functioning. The assessment can determine the presence of learning disabilities or other problems that may be compromising academic achievement and can provide solutions for resolving them as well. Testing determines if Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is the cause of behavioral, social, or academic problems for youth. When testing is positive for ADHD, we work as a team with the student’s physician and teachers to address medical and educational components of the disorder. In addition, to meet the requirements of local public schools, we provide testing to determine a student’s appropriateness for placement in enriched programs.