Pediatric Neuropsychological Assessment

Dr. O conducts pediatric neuropsychological assessments for neurodevelopmental disorders (i.e., Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, dyslexia, etc.). These assessments are helpful in understanding emotional, behavioral, cognitive, and/or academic difficulties. Further, a neuropsychological assessment assists in diagnostic clarification and identifying specific treatment recommendations that can be applied across multiple settings (i.e., school, home, social, and interpersonal), which can help alleviate some of your child's difficulties. Additionally, the result of an evaluation can aid in advocating for and obtaining potential IEP/504 services in school, ensuring that your child can function to their full capacity. Dr. O's goal in conducting a neuropsychological assessment is to provide parents peace of mind in getting to the bottom of what a child is struggling with. 

 

The neuropsychological assessment process generally requires multiple sessions and typically includes a clinical interview, record review (if applicable), behavioral observations, self-report measures, and rating scales. Additionally, the testing process includes measures that assess cognitive/intellectual functioning, academic achievement, memory abilities, language, attention, motivation, motor abilities, spatial skills, problem-solving, and social-emotional functioning. Upon completion of testing, a feedback session is scheduled with parents where results, treatment recommendations, and referral information will be discussed. All information provided in the feedback session will be documented in a written report. 

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It is important to note that disorders often overlap or are comorbid (co-occurring). Therefore, a thorough neuropsychological assessment is recommended that measures all areas mentioned above to gain a full understanding of a child's abilities. 

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A free 15-minute screener call can establish if Dr. O can assist in providing a neuropsychological assessment for your child before scheduling an Initial Consultation. If the services required prove out of scope, an appropriate referral will be provided.