I strive to provide the same high level of personalized care I would want for my own children. My neuropsychological assessments are individually tailored, and families work exclusively with me—I don’t use trainees or support staff. I intentionally limit the number of students I see each month (typically about three) to ensure that every individual receives my full attention and to offer greater flexibility in scheduling. My patient-centered approach allows me to tailor each assessment to your specific concerns and provide timely reports to help secure necessary services. I take great care in crafting reports that are clear, useful, and accessible to parents, school staff, physicians, therapists, and other professionals.

Yes. I actively sought out training environments that emphasized evidence-based assessment and exposure to diverse patient populations with complex presentations. I completed my pediatric neuropsychology training at the University of Chicago, which included an externship, pre-doctoral internship, and a two-year postdoctoral fellowship. Working within an academic medical center affiliated with a K–12 school and university, I gained extensive experience assessing children, adolescents, and young adults from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. This foundation enables me to evaluate a wide range of neurodevelopmental, learning, psychiatric, and medical concerns, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of each individual’s cognitive, academic, and socioemotional profile.

My strengths-based assessment model is shaped by my advanced training in pediatric neuropsychology and my collaboration with the learning disability specialists at the Evaluation Center for Learning for nearly a decade. I recognize that every individual has unique strengths and challenges, which is why my assessments provide a comprehensive understanding of cognitive, academic, social-emotional, and behavioral functioning. My evaluations allow for accurate diagnoses and individualized recommendations that support healthy development and long-term well-being.

A pediatric neuropsychological assessment may be beneficial for children, adolescents, or young adults who have or are suspected of having:

• Learning disabilities (reading, writing, and/or math)

• ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)

• Developmental delays

• Language disorders

• Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

• Emotional or behavioral challenges

• Concussions, brain injuries, or other medical conditions that affect cognitive function

• Difficulties despite school-based interventions and accommodations

Parents often seek an evaluation to understand why their child is struggling in school, having difficulty focusing, or experiencing academic or emotional challenges. Some common questions include:

• Why is my child having trouble learning?

• Does my child have a dyslexia, dyscalculia, or another learning disorder?

• What are my child’s learning strengths and challenges?

• Is my child gifted?

• Why does my child have trouble paying attention or remembering information?

• Why does my child struggle with organization, planning, or time management?

• Has my child’s illness, medical condition, or concussion affected their thinking or learning?

• What strategies can help improve my child’s academic success?

The results of a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation can provide invaluable insights, including:​

• Identify cognitive strengths and weaknesses

• Determining the root cause of academic, behavioral, and/or emotional challenges

• Clarifying diagnoses and guiding treatment decisions, including whether medication or therapy is needed

• Establishing eligibility for school accommodations and special education services (IEPs and 504 Plans)

• Providing recommendations for academic, social-emotional, and behavioral interventions

• Monitoring changes in functioning or the impact of treatment over time

I conduct all assessments personally. Students and their parents work exclusively with me throughout the entire process. This approach ensures a personalized experience and high-quality, thorough evaluations.

No special preparation is needed. The best way to help your child is to ensure they get a good night's sleep before the assessment.

Your child should bring any necessary medications, glasses, or hearing aids (if applicable). They are also welcome to bring a snack and a drink. If they have a favorite comfort item, they may bring it along; however, if it becomes a distraction, we may need to set it aside to "watch" during testing.

Comprehensive Neuropsychological Assessment

The cost of a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation varies based on the complexity and time, with three set fee levels. The assessment includes:

• Intake interview

• Student interview and testing

• Questionnaires

• Feedback session

• Comprehensive written report

Additional services, such as record review, student feedback session, and school observations, are provided as needed at no extra charge. Attendance at school meetings (e.g., 504 or IEP meetings) is not included in the assessment fee but can be arranged separately.

IQ Testing, Abbreviated Evaluations, and Consultations

• IQ testing is available for a fixed fee and includes a written report.

• Abbreviated evaluations (e.g., for progress monitoring in a specific academic area) are billed at an hourly rate.

• Consultations and other services are also charged at an hourly rate.

A detailed fee schedule and Good Faith Estimate are available upon request. Please contact me with any questions.

The Evaluation Center for Learning is a private-pay practice, which allows me to focus solely on providing personalized, high-quality assessments without the restrictions imposed by insurance companies. This approach ensures:

• One-on-one care: Families work exclusively with me throughout the entire process- I do not use trainees or other support staff.

• Comprehensive evaluations: Assessments are tailored to each individual's unique needs rather than limited by insurance company guidelines.

• Flexible and timely scheduling: No long wait times, with prompt responses to correspondence.

• Detailed, high-quality reports: Completed efficiently to help families secure services quickly.​​

Many insurers offer partial coverage, but families are encouraged to verify their specific coverage with their insurance provider. To assist with this process, I provide a superbill at the end of the evaluation, which includes information needed to process insurance claims.

While I strive to keep my services affordable, I recognize that the cost of a comprehensive assessment can be significant for many families. To make services more accessible, I offer payment plans. If you’re interested in discussing payment options, please let me know when scheduling.

Because I limit the number of individuals I see each month to provide individualized care, last-minute cancellations leave appointment slots unfilled. Cancellations made with less than 3 days' notice will incur a charge of 50% of the assessment fee. Exceptions may be made for extenuating circumstances, such as illness or emergencies.

While school-based psychoeducational evaluations are useful in determining eligibility for special education services and accommodations (i.e., IEPs and 504 Plans), they are often limited in scope and designed primarily to meet educational requirements. In contrast, my neuropsychological evaluations are typically more comprehensive than what schools offer by:

• Providing a deeper level of assessment: As a pediatric neuropsychologist, I have extensive doctoral and postdoctoral training in brain-behavior relationships, learning differences, neurodevelopmental disorders, and psychopathology- beyond the training required for most school psychologists.

• Evaluating neurocognitive, academic, emotional, and behavioral functioning: School evaluations primarily focus on determining whether a child qualifies for special education services, whereas a neuropsychological assessment examines how underlying cognitive processes (such as attention, memory, and executive functioning) affect learning and other aspects of functioning in daily life.

• Diagnosing clinical conditions: Unlike most school-based evaluations, a private neuropsychological assessment can formally diagnose conditions such as ADHD, dyslexia and other learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and other neurodevelopmental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.

• Providing recommendations for beyond the classroom: My assessments provide individualized recommendations for school, home, and other areas of life to support long-term success.

I value the expertise of school psychologists, teachers, and other school personnel and welcomes the opportunity to work collaboratively with them to support the best outcomes for students.

A pediatric neuropsychologist is a licensed clinical psychologist with specialized training in brain-behavior relationships and how brain development affects learning, behavior, and emotions. Pediatric neuropsychologists complete extensive doctoral and postdoctoral training in child development, clinical psychology, and neuroscience. As such, neuropsychologists are uniquely qualified to identify patterns of strengths and weaknesses, clarify diagnoses, and guide treatment plans across multiple settings. ​​ School Psychologists: Focus primarily on determining eligibility for special education services and school-based accommodations rather than providing a formal diagnosis. Their assessments are typically less comprehensive than a neuropsychological evaluation. Child Clinical and Counseling Psychologists: Provide therapy and occasionally conduct assessments, but their training is generally broader and less specialized in neurocognitive aspects of learning, development, and social, emotional, and behavioral functioning. Pediatric Psychiatrists: Physicians who diagnose and treat emotional and behavioral disorders, primarily through medication management. Pediatric neurologists: Physicians who diagnose and treat neurological conditions (e.g., seizures, migraines, and concussions) in children but do not conduct in-depth evaluations of cognitive, academic, social, emotional, and behavioral functioning. Developmental Pediatricians. Physicians who assess and treat children with developmental concerns, but their evaluations typically do not include the range of standardized cognitive and academic tests used by pediatric neuropsychologists.