The purpose of psychological assessment is to gain a better understanding of a person’s strengths and needs, with the ultimate goal of supporting the development of strategies to promote success and mental wellness at home, school, and in the community. Assessment tools may include cognitive and academic achievement tests; interviews with the parent/guardian, child/teen, school staff or other parties that have relevant information; art- or play-based activities; and behavioural and social-emotional rating questionnaires. Types of formal assessment I can offer include the following:
- Psychoeducational Assessment – primarily focused on identifying learning strengths and needs to help inform educational programming and identify factors that might affect school functioning. This type of assessment might lead to specific diagnoses related to learning and behaviour, such as Specific Learning Disabilities, Intellectual Disability, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum, etc.
- Social-emotional Assessment – primarily focused on developing a better understanding of past and current factors that might contribute to challenges related to thinking, feelings, and behaviours. This type of assessment might lead to specific mental health diagnoses, such as mood disorders, anxiety disorders, disruptive behaviour disorders, and attachment and trauma-related disorders.
- Comprehensive Assessment - A combination of psychoeducational and social-emotional assessment goals and activities.
Please note: Even if an assessment does not result in a specific diagnosis, recommendations will be provided to support you in addressing strengths and needs identified in the course of assessment. Testing for formal assessment (psychoeducational/social-emotional, or comprehensive) is primarily conducted in person.
Fees
My fees for formal assessment begin at $2250 for psychoeducational or social-emotional assessment, and $2750 for a comprehensive assessment. Any additional costs above the minimum depends on the complexity of the assessment and the amount of time required to complete it. My regular rate of $225 per hour will be applied accordingly. All costs will be discussed with you and agreed upon prior to the commencement of any assessment.
Note: The length of each session is structured to allow me 10 to 15 minutes to record session notes for each billable hour.
Also note: I do not bill directly to insurance companies; however, you will be provided with a receipt that you may submit to your insurance company, if relevant.
