At this time, I cannot accept insurance. A superbill may be provided upon request.

Assessment takes approximately 8 to 16 hours. Testing time may only take up to 4 hours.

1.Referral and information gathering:

The process begins with a parent intake to discuss the concerns that are prompting the need for testing.  Relevant background information is collected through interviews with parents, teachers, and the individual.

2. Assessment Planning:

An assessment plan is developed and based on the referral concerns and the information gathered. The plan outlines the specific tests, assessments, and procedures to be used to gather relevant information.

3. Cognitive and Academic Assessment:

Cognitive abilities are assessed through standardized tests that measure various aspects of intelligence, such as verbal comprehension, perceptual reasoning, working memory, and processing speed. These tests provide information about an individual's intellectual strengths and weaknesses. Academic skills are evaluated using standardized tests that assess reading, writing, mathematics, and other relevant areas. These tests help identify any specific learning disabilities or difficulties in academic performance.

4. Social-Emotional Assessment:

The individual's social-emotional functioning is assessed using various tools, such as questionnaires, rating scales, or behavior observations. This evaluation examines aspects like emotional well-being, behavior, social skills, and adaptive functioning in the school environment. Depending on the specific concerns or needs, additional assessments may be included. For example, assessments for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or specific learning disabilities.

5. Written Report

A detailed report is prepared summarizing the assessment findings, diagnoses (if applicable), and recommendations. The report often includes specific educational interventions, accommodations, or support services that can help address the individual's needs.

6. Feedback and Recommendations:

We meet with parents, teachers, and other relevant stakeholders to discuss the assessment results, provide feedback, and offer recommendations. This collaborative discussion aims to create an action plan to support the individual's educational needs.

LEP’s are psychologists whose training and experience come from an educational perspective.  Our primary role is to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of learners and provide recommendations so that they can find success in school and in life.  We evaluate and coach students individually, we coach parents to work with their students and the school system, and we help parents find interventionists to support their learners, when needed. Other professionals do not have the extensive school experience that an LEP has. We have worked with every student population--preschool through post-secondary and with children who have mild to severe disabilities.  We have worked closely with every kind of educator and specialist including general and special education teachers, reading specialists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, behaviorists, and the like. Because of this experience and collaboration, we provide a unique perspective for families, and our familiarity with California Public Education Code helps us provide appropriate, rational, manageable and effective interventions and strategies for  parents and school teams in both the public and private sector.  We will help guide a family through the educational system in a collaborative way based on our knowledge of how general and special education systems work.  

The answer to this question depends on the individual needs of your child and your family’s financial situation. 

Private educational testing can be a significant investment, with costs of a few thousand dollars and more. However, for children who are struggling in school or have undiagnosed learning challenges, the benefits of testing can be invaluable. 

Testing can provide a clearer understanding of a child’s strengths and weaknesses, and it can help parents and educators develop targeted interventions and support. 

Ultimately, the decision to invest in private educational testing should be based on careful consideration of your child’s needs and the resources available to your family.