Deciding to pursue an evaluation for your child may bring up questions. You may be wondering:
Why is my child struggling in school? Is this due to ADHD, a learning difference, or something else entirely? Should I be concerned about autism or their social development? What my child truly needs is a thorough child evaluation and educational assessments to ensure they receive the appropriate special needs support for their individualized learning.
Thoughtful, Individualized, Experienced
School Based Expertise
I have extensive experience working within public schools, with a deep understanding of how evaluations are used for IEPs and educational planning. My experience includes conducting comprehensive child evaluations that address a wide range of educational, developmental, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
My areas of expertise include learning disabilities such as dyslexia and dyscalculia, autism, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), gifted students, Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), and Educationally Related Mental Health Services (ERMHS) evaluations. This diverse experience allows me to develop comprehensive recommendations for educational assessments that support each student's unique learning, behavioral, and emotional needs.
Early Childhood Experience
I have specialized experience conducting thorough preschool evaluations to aid in the early identification of developmental, learning, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. This is crucial for providing effective special needs support right from the start.
Collaborative Approach
I work closely with families and, when appropriate, collaborate with other providers to ensure a comprehensive understanding of your child.
You may have questions about your student's existing Individualized Education Program (IEP):
Do you have questions about your child's existing IEP? I offer individualized consultation services to help families understand child evaluation results, review educational assessments, prepare for school meetings, navigate the special education process, and provide special needs support through parent coaching to promote informed decision making and ensure your child's success.