Neuropsychological Evaluation

Our neuropsychological evaluations typically involve two to three appointments. The first appointment is a one-hour consultation where we will meet with parents and the patient to discuss concerns and review records (e.g., school records, medical records) that you may bring with you. If, following consultation, a neuropsychological evaluation is deemed necessary, we will schedule a time to complete the evaluation. The length of the evaluation depends on many factors including the referral question and age of your child. The evaluation process typically includes an interview and neuropsychological testing in one or more of the following areas: 
 

• attention and concentration
• memory
• language
• executive functioning (planning and organization)
• visual processing
• fine motor dexterity
• processing speed  
• adaptive functioning
• emotional and behavioral functioning
• intellectual functioning
• academic achievement

The neuropsychological evaluation itself involves direct testing with the patient. The direct testing may include verbal questions and answers, paper and pencil testing, computerized tests, and nonverbal testing. There are no medical tests involved in the neuropsychological evaluations. There are no blood draws or injections administered.  

 
Following completion of the evaluation and integration of test results and available records, verbal feedback is provided. During this time, you will be able to ask any questions about the results and recommendations that will be provided. A comprehensive written report which includes results of the evaluation and recommendations will be provided to you. Should you choose to do so, you report can share the written report with physicians, school personnel, and other care givers involved in your child’s life.

 
Although recommendations for intervention and treatments may be made, the neuropsychological evaluation itself is not an applied treatment or intervention. It can, however, provide important diagnostic clarification and a profile of strengths and weaknesses so that treatments and interventions can be individually tailored to best meet the needs of our patients.      

Consultation

We also offer a variety of consultation services including: