Evaluation Process
In all, a full assessment process takes approximately 4 to 6 weeks. The timeline for a typical evaluation is as follows.
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Parents meet with Dr. Young to discuss their child’s relevant medical, developmental, behavioral, and academic history.
Teacher/Care Provider Interviews
With parent consent, Dr. Young gathers information from your child’s teachers, physician, and other care providers.
Classroom Observation
A classroom observation may be necessary for Dr. Young to assess how your child interacts with teachers and peers.
Testing Sessions
Children are typically assessed in several 2 to 4-hour sessions. The test battery is tailored to each child. Examples of areas assessed include verbal reasoning, visual reasoning, attention, executive functioning, memory, academic achievement, and social-emotional functioning.
Feedback Session
Parents meet with Dr. Young to discuss evaluation results, diagnostic impressions, and recommendations. Older children and teens may have a feedback session with Dr. Young as well.
Neuropsychological Report
This detailed document describes results, diagnostic impressions, and a tailored treatment plan based on your child’s strengths and needs.
Post-Report Follow Up
Parent Interview
Should parents have questions or concerns after reviewing the report, a complimentary 1-hour session may be scheduled.
Fees
The fee for an evaluation is $375 per hour. A typical evaluation requires 20 to 23 hours. A non-refundable $500 deposit is due at the time of scheduling.
Insurance
We do not work with insurance companies nor do we guarantee reimbursement for any services by third-party payors. However, upon request, a superbill will be provided which you can submit to your insurance company.