Neuropsychological Evaluations (MA ONLY) - FAQ
Why should I pursue a neuropsychological evaluation?
People of all ages seek private neuropsychological evaluations. Results help clients and their families understand individual capacity, skills, and needs. Specific areas of assessment include:
- Problem solving
- Memory
- Language
- Planning, organization, and focus (i.e. executive function processing)
- Attention and focus
- Mood, emotion, and behavior regulation
- Social interaction and relationships
- Visual motor coordination
- Academic achievement
My evaluations contain detailed recommendations that help clients understand and prioritize relevant supports and interventions.
Do you have areas of specialty?
Yes! I evaluate children (ages 6+), adolescents, college students, and adults. My areas of clinical expertise include:
- Learning disabilities (reading/dyslexia, math/dyscalculia, and writing/dyspraxia)
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Challenges with executive function processing
- Autism
- Anxiety
- Depression
What is the time commitment?
Intake Meeting. The evaluation process begins with a one hour intake meeting, during which a detailed developmental, social, educational and occupational (when applicable) history is gathered. The intake appointment is for parents only when the evaluation is planned for a child or adolescent.
Evaluation Sessions. Following the first appointment, two separate in-person evaluation sessions will be scheduled, each will last approximately three hours.
Feedback Meeting. A one hour feedback meeting will follow shortly after the final in-person evaluation session, during which findings will be discussed. An extensive report will follow approximately 4-6 weeks after the feedback session.
Will you communicate with my child's school?
Collaboration with schools is essential. With parent permission, I ask teachers to complete questionnaires. I am also available to speak with school teams as needed so I can develop a comprehensive understanding of clients' classroom presentation. I often share results in school team meetings, and consult with school-based professionals.
Do you accept insurance for evaluations?
I accept Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Many PPO plans with other insurance companies provide members with out of network benefits and clients can obtain reimbursement for out of pocket costs. I will supply clients with an itemized receipt to facilitate the reimbursement process. I do not directly submit billing materials to insurance companies other than Blue Cross Blue Shield.