Psychological and psychoeducational assessment
Comprehensive evaluations for children, adolescents and adults that clarify diagnosis and provide specific recommendations for treatment, school and work.
- Autism spectrum
- ADHD and attention difficulties
- Dyslexia
- Dysgraphia
- Dyscalculia
- Developmental delays
- Emotional and behavioral concerns
How an assessment works
Assessments are conducted in person at our office. The timeline depends on the questions being evaluated.
- Intake interview
A meeting to review history, current concerns and the questions the evaluation should answer. For children and adolescents, parents attend.
- Testing sessions
Standardized measures of cognitive, academic, attention and emotional functioning, along with rating scales and, when helpful, input from teachers.
- Feedback and written report
A feedback session to review results, followed by a written report with diagnostic conclusions and recommendations that can be shared with schools and providers.
School evaluations in Georgia
Families often ask how a private evaluation differs from one provided through a public school. Our article walks through both paths and how to decide which is right for your child.
Read: Understanding public and private school evaluations in Georgia
Our evaluators
Craig Kerley, Psy.D.Languages: EnglishView profileOver 30 years of experience in psychological and psychoeducational assessment, with particular specialization in neurodevelopmental profiles.
Cynthia Ramirez, Ph.D.Languages: English and SpanishView profilePsychoeducational evaluations for adolescents and young adults, informed by years of clinical and academic work at Emory University, with close attention to how mood, anxiety and emotional difficulties affect learning.
Alireza Ehteshami, Ph.D.Languages: English and Persian (Farsi)View profilePsychoeducational evaluations for children, adolescents and adults, including attention and learning concerns. His research on how mental health conditions are identified and classified informs careful, thorough diagnosis.
Considering an evaluation?
Start with a free phone consultation to discuss your questions and whether an assessment is the right next step.