When Should I Consider a Psycho-Educational Evaluation?
If your child:
- Struggles in school or learns at a slower rate than peers.
- Takes hours to complete homework every night.
- Has uneven abilities across subjects, for example, reads at grade level but struggles with math or spelling.
- Seems to be experiencing development delays.
- Struggles to pay attention, follow directions, or complete school work.
Evaluation Process
Initial Interview – Clinician meets with parents to review concerns and the child’s developmental, medical, and educational history.
Testing Appointments – Testing spans 4-8 hours over 1-2 days, with younger children often completing it in one day and older children typically requiring two. The process involves games, puzzles, and questions to assess how the child thinks and learns.
Feedback Session – The feedback session provides parents with a detailed overview of their child’s strengths, and challenges, along with a comprehensive written report. Recommendations are also provided, such as school planning and advocacy, therapy, or behavior management training.