Psychoeducational Evaluations

Psychoeducational Testing: A Parent’s Guide

Is your child having a hard time in school — academically, emotionally, or behaviorally? You may be wondering why your child is struggling or how to best support them. A psychoeducational evaluation test can provide the answers you need and offer a clear plan to help your child succeed.

Whether you’re a parent concerned about reading difficulties, focus issues, or emotional outbursts, these evaluations are designed to uncover the root of the problem and guide the right support at home and at school.

What Is a Psychoeducational Evaluation Test?

A psychoeducational evaluation test is a series of assessments that look at how a child learns, thinks, feels, and behaves. It helps identify learning differences, emotional concerns, or developmental needs. The goal is to better understand your child’s unique strengths and challenges — and to create a plan tailored to help them thrive.

Reasons Parents Request an Evaluation:

  • Struggles with reading, writing, or math
  • Difficulty staying focused or organized
  • Behavioral or emotional concerns
  • Questions about ADHD, autism, depression, or anxiety
  • Preparing for school support services like an IEP or 504 Plan
  • Looking into the gifted and talented program eligibility

What Happens During the Evaluation?

We tailor the evaluation process to your child’s age, needs, and the questions you’re trying to answer. The process typically includes:

1. Parent & Teacher Input

We start by learning about your child from those who know them best — you and their teachers, therapists, or coaches. You’ll complete some questionnaires and share your observations.

2. In-Person Testing Sessions

Your child will participate in one or more sessions with a trained psychologist. The tests are interactive and cover different areas, like:

  • Cognitive Skills (how your child thinks, remembers, and solves problems)
  • Academic Abilities (reading, writing, math)
  • Executive Functioning (attention, planning, organization)
  • Social & Emotional Functioning (mood, behavior, relationships)

After testing, you’ll receive a detailed report explaining the results in everyday language. We’ll meet with you to walk through everything, answer your questions, and share practical recommendations you can use right away.

What Can the Evaluation Help You Learn?

A psychoeducational evaluation gives you answers and direction. It can help you understand:

How Your Child Learns Best

We identify your child’s learning style, cognitive strengths, and areas that may need extra support.

Whether There’s a Learning Disability

We assess for challenges like:

  • Dyslexia (reading)
  • Dyscalculia (math)
  • Dysgraphia (writing)

This can explain why your child may be falling behind and help advocate for the right school supports.

If ADHD or Autism May Be Present

We assess and screen for:

  • ADHD and executive functioning struggles
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) screenings
  • Anxiety, depression, or social/emotional/behavioral concerns

These findings help guide next steps for therapy, school accommodations, or further evaluations if needed.

How to Support Your Child at Home and School

You’ll receive:

  • Classroom strategies and accommodations
  • Learning tools tailored to your child’s needs
  • Referrals for tutoring, psychotherapy, or other support services

We’re Here to Support You and Your Child

We understand how challenging it can be when your child is struggling and you’re not sure why. Our team is here to help you get clear answers and a thoughtful plan forward. Whether you’re preparing for a school meeting, exploring a possible diagnosis, or simply trying to understand your child better—we’ll support you every step of the way.

Fees & Insurance

We do not bill insurance directly for evaluation services. Families are responsible for the cost of services. However, we can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement.

Psychoeducational Evaluation Inquiry Form

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