Who do you help?

Do you offer in-person or online appointments?

We offer both in-person and online appointments for treatment to promote access to services.
While testing/evaluation intake and feedback appointments are online, direct student testing (e.g., IQ testing, academic achievement testing) requires an in-person appointment.

How do I prepare for the first testing or counseling appointment?

Fill out all online paperwork at least 24 hours before the appointment.
Gather and bring (or send electronically) all available records (e.g., past evaluation reports, report cards/transcripts).
Students are advised to take medication(s) as usual and bring anything else needed (e.g., fidgets, water) to participate.

Do you accept insurance?

We accept Aetna and Optum (UnitedHealthcare) for treatment sessions with our licensed psychologist.
We do not accept Medicaid, Medicare, state, community health, or secondary insurance plans.
We accept the Step Up Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities. We have approved providers for counseling and ABA therapy.

Do you prescribe medication?

Since we are psychologists and not psychiatrists (medical doctors), we do not prescribe medication. However, we can help you find a medication provider and collaborate with them, as needed, for student care.

Why get an evaluation?

You want a comprehensive picture of your/your student’s skills including strengths and challenges.
You are curious about whether you/your student has a diagnosis.
You need guidance about what will help you/your student be more successful.
You are required to have evaluation documentation for access to accommodations, services, and/or school programs.

What do you test or evaluate for?

What is the testing/evaluation process like?

Complete the online paperwork (including consent for evaluation and release of information permission) and schedule the initial intake appointment.
Attend the initial intake appointment (1 hour long) online. Parent(s) (if the student is under age 18) attend the first testing appointment without the student unless the parent(s) wants the student included. This appointment includes a discussion of history and concerns, a review of available records, the development of an individualized testing/evaluation plan, and scheduling the testing appointment.
Attend the in-person testing appointment (usually around 2-4 hours long). This appointment includes student interview, questionnaires, observations, and/or standardized tests (e.g., IQ, academic achievement). Additional testing appointments may be scheduled, as needed.
Complete questionnaires about student skills. These are delivered to parents and/or teachers.
The practitioner scores, analyzes, and interprets all information. An evaluation report is written including testing/evaluation results, impressions, and recommendations.
Schedule and attend the online feedback appointment (with or without the student, depending on the student’s age). This includes a discussion of student strengths, challenges, diagnosis (if applicable), and recommendations for support. A copy of the written evaluation report is provided.

Note: Gifted testing/evaluation includes one in-person testing appointment and a brief written summary of the results only.

How much does an evaluation cost?

All evaluations are an out-of-pocket investment (no insurance accepted).
Pricing depends on the time and materials needed (which is determined by individual student needs/concerns).
The cost covers the intake appointment, testing appointment(s), feedback appointment, price of evaluation materials, time for communication with parents and teachers, time for data analysis and report writing, and the written evaluation report document.
Testing and evaluations range from $500-$2000.

What treatment services do you offer to help students?

What individuals do you work with in treatment?

Students (preschool through college) with ADHD, anxiety, and academic/behavior challenges
Parents and teachers who need guidance in supporting their students with ADHD, anxiety, and academic/behavior challenges

Why get counseling, coaching, or therapy?

You want yourself/your student to learn and use essential skills for managing emotions, behavior, and attention.
You want yourself/your student to feel confident, capable, courageous, and calm.
You/your student need accountability and encouragement to reach academic goals.
You seek personal growth and mental wellness for yourself/your student.
You want a trusted professional to give guidance about advocating for yourself/your student in school.
You need help managing your student’s behavior at home.

What is the treatment process like?

Complete the online paperwork (including consent for evaluation and release of information permission) and schedule the initial intake appointment.
Attend the initial intake appointment (1 hour long). The parent (if the student is under age 18) and student attend the first counseling appointment together. This appointment includes a discussion of history and concerns, a review of available records, the development of an individualized treatment plan, and scheduling ongoing treatment appointments.
Attend ongoing treatment appointments. Weekly treatment appointments are 45 minutes long and may include the student alone, parent and student together, or a combination depending on the treatment plan.

How long does treatment last?

The average length of treatment is 12-20 sessions.
The total number of sessions and how often they are scheduled is determined by treatment goals and progress.

How much does treatment cost?

We accept Aetna and Optum (UnitedHealthcare) for individual student counseling, behavior therapy, and parent training with our licensed psychologist.
We accept the Step Up Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities for counseling and ABA therapy.
Treatment sessions range from $105-$225.

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