Psychoeducational Assessment
Psychological assessments for children provide a comprehensive understanding of how a child thinks, learns, and functions across settings such as home and school. Using a combination of standardized tools, clinical interviews, and input from caregivers and teachers, assessments can identify strengths as well as areas of difficulty related to attention, learning, behavior, and emotional well-being. These evaluations help clarify diagnoses, inform individualized recommendations, and support children in reaching their full potential.
Signs your child may need a PsychEd assessment
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Ongoing challenges with learning, attention, or school performance
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Difficulty focusing, staying organized, or completing tasks
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Emotional or behavioural concerns (e.g., anxiety, frustration, impulsivity)
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Struggles with social skills or friendships
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Concerns raised by teachers or caregivers
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Possible learning differences or diagnoses (e.g., ADHD, learning disabilities)
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Need for school supports or accommodations (e.g., IEP)
What does the process look like?
1
Intake Meeting Parents/Guardians Only
(Online or Phone)
We will start with a 1.5 hour meeting with parents or guardians to discuss your child’s history, current concerns, and goals for the assessment.
2
School Observation/
Teacher Input
(In person or phone)
We try to see your child in a familiar setting, like their school classroom, to understand how they behave and learn in everyday life. Sometimes that isn’t possible, so in that case, we will speak with their teacher to gather helpful insights.
3
Rating Scales &
Document Review
We collect background information through standardized rating scales completed by parents, teachers (with consent), and sometimes the child. We also review relevant documents such as report cards (past 2–3 years), IPPs, and any previous assessments (e.g., psychoeducational, SLP, OT/PT, or medical reports).
4
Assessment Sessions
Child Only
(In Person)
Testing is completed one-to-one with your child in the office using standardized measures. This typically involves 3-4 sessions of about 2 hours each, depending on your child’s needs. If during these sessions we feel an additional measure is required, we will inform the parent/guardian and schedule an additional appointment.
5
Comprehensive Written Report
You will receive a detailed report summarizing all findings, results, and individualized recommendations. This document can be shared with schools, physicians, and other professionals to support your child moving forward.
6
Feedback Meeting
Parents Only
(Online or In Person)
We meet with parents to review the results in clear, practical language. We discuss strengths, areas of difficulty, any diagnoses, and recommendations for home and school. Follow-up consultations can be arranged if needed. Feedback meetings can also be arranged with the school as needed.