Our assessments provide the foundation for personalized, evidence-based therapy plans that promote developmental progress and greater independence. With ongoing evaluations, we ensure your child receives the best possible care to meet their evolving needs.

Typically, parents reach out for evaluation services when they notice their child struggling in a specific area such as school, relationships, or emotional control, and when they want to better understand their child. The psychoeducational process can help parents better understand their child’s unique abilities and current experiences including aptitudes, learning preferences, self-concept and emotions, and behavior preferences. The evaluation can help you to gain increased understanding of your child’s needs so you can provide your child with the support they need to thrive at school and within relationships.

We understand that the assessment process can be a commitment financially, logistically, and sometimes emotionally, so your assessment counselor will collaborate with you during the intake and interview appointments to help clarify your individualized goals for your child’s evaluation and discuss how an evaluation may be helpful for your family.

Yes, we diagnose; however, our assessment process is strength-based with an ultimate goal of helping you to understand your child’s strengths and how they interact best with the world. If your child’s experience matches that of a diagnosable condition and providing that diagnosis will allow increased access to accommodations and supports, we will render an appropriate diagnosis. We can provide diagnoses for a wide variety of mood concerns such as anxiety or depression and neurodevelopmental differences such as ADHD and Autism.

The length of a child assessment can vary depending on the child’s age, attention span, and the areas being reviewed. On average, assessments last between 2 to 4 hours, though some may take longer if detailed testing is needed. During this time, professionals use structured observations, interviews, and play-based tasks to gather accurate information. The goal is to ensure that every aspect of your child’s development is carefully understood before therapy begins.

A child assessment is typically conducted by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or a licensed professional trained in child development and ABA principles. These specialists are skilled at identifying behavioral patterns, communication challenges, and learning styles. Sometimes, a team approach is used, including input from speech therapists or occupational therapists. This collaborative process ensures that the assessment provides a complete picture of your child’s strengths and areas that require support.

A comprehensive child assessment in ABA therapy explores multiple areas, including communication skills, social interactions, behavior management, problem-solving, daily living skills, and emotional regulation. The evaluation may also look at academic readiness and motor skills. By reviewing each of these areas, the therapist can identify where your child excels and where additional support is needed. This information becomes the foundation for creating measurable, personalized therapy goals.