Comprehensive Testing

 A neuropsychological evaluation seeks to understand and measure the way in which a person processes information and the potential source of struggles. The abilities tested include reading, language usage, attention, learning, processing speed, reasoning, memory, problem-solving, mood, personality and more. The results of these tests can help to identify appropriate academic accommodations and recommendations for future treatment.

These assessments can include review of medical records, school records, interviews with teachers and school counselors, and consultation with your child's pediatrician or family doctor.

Many times, children who are in need of testing are those who struggle with behavioral and emotional challenges. These children are often described as "lazy" or "disobedient." Once a child has undergone testing, their mental health specialist can work with family, friends, teachers, and doctors to better help the child. 

Many learning disabilities go undiagnosed, but usually, they are identified by a parent or teacher. Children with learning disabilities generally do not have the right skill set to be able to meet classroom expectations. Learning disabilities do not mean that one is less intelligent than another, it means that the child has a harder time processing information, which thus, leads to difficulties reading, writing, spelling, doing math, etc. When it comes to adults, many who go undiagnosed have trouble maintaining relationships, jobs, and being in a classroom.