Neuropsychological and Psychoeducational Evaluations

Neuropsychology is a professional specialty concerned with learning and behavior in the context of the developing individual. We conduct evaluations with children, adolescents, and young adults who have suspected learning, behavioral, and/or emotional difficulties. The neuropsychological evaluation typically involves a clinical interview, paper/pencil question and answer tests, computer tests, and behavioral rating forms completed by parents and teachers. The results of the evaluation will be used to identify specific areas of strength and concern and address how to most effectively treat those concerns.

UNDERSTANDING

Neuropsychological and Psychoeducational Evaluations AT Kirk NBH

At Kirk NBH, every evaluation is tailored to meet the specific needs of the individual and to identify their strengths and weaknesses so that we may prescribe effective educational and therapeutic interventions and treatment plans. Our evaluations can help to obtain formal educational accommodations/modifications or special education services at school, identify and coordinate private services within the community, engage specific therapeutic services (i.e., psychotherapy, speech/language therapy, occupational therapy), and/or facilitate referrals for medication.

We are experienced and skilled at assisting young adult students in obtaining accommodations and modifications for college classes, as well as standardized college entrance exams like the SAT and ACT, and graduate school and professional examinations like the MCAT, LSAT, GRE, and bar exams.

Youth ADULT STUDENTS

What is assessed during the evaluation?

General Cognitive Skills (Intelligence)
Academic Achievement (Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic)
Executive Functioning Skills
(i.e., Planning/Organization, Impulsivity, Problem Solving, Flexibility in thinking, etc.)
Attention and Concentration
Learning and Memory (Verbal and Visual)
Language and Communication Skills
Visual-Spatial Skills
Motor Coordination
Social, Behavioral, and Emotional Functioning