We specialize in cognitive, learning, and ADHD evaluations,

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​At this time, BCBH does not provide evaluations for Autism Spectrum Disorders, or primary psychiatric diagnostic evaluations. 

 

Testing (also known as psychological, psycho-educational, neuropsychological, and developmental assessment) is a way to evaluate an individual’s strengths and weaknesses with regard to their cognitive abilities (e.g., information progressing, problem-solving), social abilities, and adaptive abilities (e.g., degree of age-appropriate independence).  The goals of testing are to develop personally tailored strategies for improving success across home and school/work environments.

 

*Note that all testing services are conducted in person in our office. Feedback sessions may be provided via telehealth upon request. ​

 

Developmental Testing (Dr. Craig only) assesses a child’s development relative to their broader peer group.  It can provide an estimate of whether a child is on target with expected milestones in the areas of language, motor skills, social/emotional functioning, and adaptive behaviors including everyday life skills and behaviors such as toileting and self-care.  Developmental testing is typically appropriate for children ranging in age from infancy through age 5, although older children who are experiencing delays or plateaus in their development may also benefit. 

 

Neuropsychological Testing utilizes tasks that have been designed to measure specific aspects of cognition and behavior, including examining the effects of any brain injury or medical illness that a person may have experienced.  Aspects of cognitive functioning that may be assessed include (but are not limited to): learning, reasoning, memory, intelligence, language, visual spatial abilities, executive functioning, processing speed, and attention.

 

Psycho-Educational Testing provides an assessment of an individual’s innate ability to learn, alongside an assessment of their specific learning and performance in an educational setting (i.e., school).  It is a means to better understand an individual’s ability to acquire academically based knowledge, and may provide information about specific learning deficits or barriers to academic achievement in the school setting.  This testing typically includes assessment of an individual’s intelligence/learning potential and their educational achievement.  Additional testing exploring memory, auditory processing, visual perceptual skills, processing speed/fluency, and attention, as well as parent and educator surveys to evaluate emotional and behavioral functioning may be included.

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Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Evaluations assess for the presence of ADHD symptoms. If ADHD is a primary concern, we can provide abbreviated testing that is targeted specifically to evaluate the symptoms of ADHD. If other concerns are identified through this testing, additional neuropsychological or psycho-educational testing may be recommended. 

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