Psychoeducational Assessment
Psychoeducational assessments are comprehensive evaluations that focus on an individual’s cognitive functioning, academic skills, and learning processes. These assessments help clarify strengths, identify areas of challenge, and provide practical recommendations for support and accommodations in school, post-secondary, and work settings.
Psychoeducational assessments are commonly used to identify learning disabilities (e.g., reading, writing, math), giftedness, and learning profiles that may be impacting performance, confidence, and day-to-day functioning.
Who This Is For
Psychoeducational assessments may be helpful for children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing persistent academic or learning-related challenges, uneven performance, or difficulty meeting the demands of school or post-secondary programs.
These assessments are also helpful for individuals who require clear documentation and recommendations to support academic accommodations or learning supports.
Learning Disability and Giftedness
This page covers psychoeducational assessment, including focused pathways for learning disability assessment and giftedness assessment. If you are unsure which pathway best fits your needs, we can clarify this during the initial apppointment.
Looking for ADHD or Autism Assessment?
If your primary question is ADHD or autism, we offer dedicated assessment pathways with adult and child/adolescent options.
If your main concern involves learning, academic achievement, school performance, or accommodations, a psychoeducational assessment is often the best fit.
Our Process
The psychoeducational assessment process is collaborative and structured. In child and adolescent assessments, parent involvement is important, and school input may be included when helpful and available.
The goal is to provide clarity, reduce uncertainty, and deliver a set of practical recommendations that can be implemented in real life.
During a psychoeducational assessment, you will be guided through standardized testing and evidence-based measures that assess different areas of learning and cognitive functioning. Some questions are answered in a yes/no format, while others require more detailed responses.
The clinician will support you throughout the process and will ensure you understand what is being assessed and why.
Following the completion of the assessment, a report will be written based on the information gathered throughout the process (and, when applicable, from collateral sources such as parent/teacher input). Once the report is complete, you will be invited to a feedback session, where you will have an opportunity to review the report and share any additional information or ask any questions you feel may be relevant.
In order to complete a psychoeducational assessment, you may be self-referred or referred by a physician or other healthcare professional.
What to Expect
Learning Disability Assessment
A learning disability assessment is appropriate when there are persistent difficulties in reading, writing, or math that are not explained by effort alone. These challenges often show up as slow or effortful learning, inconsistent performance, avoidance of schoolwork, or increasing anxiety and low confidence around academics.
The goal is to identify the specific learning profile, clarify why challenges are happening, and provide clear recommendations for effective supports and accommodations.
Giftedness Assessment
Giftedness assessments can help identify advanced cognitive abilities and clarify learning needs, especially when a child or adolescent is not thriving in a typical classroom environment despite strong potential.
In some cases, an assessment can also help clarify “twice-exceptional” profiles (giftedness alongside learning or attention challenges), which can present as uneven performance, frustration, perfectionism, or inconsistent academic output.
Pricing
$250/hour
The total cost for these assessments varies depending on the type and time involved. This fee includes both the assessment time, time required to write the report, and the feedback session.
Inclusive and Accessible Care
We understand the importance of inclusive and accessible care. Our diverse and inclusive staff can provide services for those who speak different languages, have varying abilities, and who come from many cultural backgrounds. Our assessment services are covered by most insurance plans, and we are committed to ensuring that our services are accessible to everyone who needs them.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
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Psychoeducational assessments are evaluations that focus on understanding an individual’s learning profile. They combine psychological and educational testing to identify areas of strength and challenge, which can inform strategies for academic and personal development.
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These assessments are recommended for individuals who may be experiencing difficulties in learning, attention, or behaviour that impact their educational or occupational performance. They are also useful for those seeking accommodations or support services in educational or occupational settings.
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The assessment typically includes cognitive and achievement tests, as well as measures of processing skills, memory, attention, and emotional functioning. Interviews and questionnaires may also be part of the process.
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The duration of the assessment varies depending on the individual’s needs but generally involves several hours of testing, which may be spread over multiple appointments.
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Yes, this type of assessment can be completed virtually via our telehealth application.
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Coverage varies by insurance provider and plan. We recommend checking with your insurance company to understand your benefits before scheduling an appointment.
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Yes, all results and recommendations from the assessment are confidential and shared only with the individual or their guardians, unless consent is given to share with other parties, such as schools or professionals.
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The results provide valuable insights into learning styles and needs, which can guide educational planning, interventions, and accommodations to support optimal learning outcomes.
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Absolutely. A detailed report will be provided, which includes the assessment results, interpretations, and recommendations for support and intervention.
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Following the assessment, we will discuss the results with you and provide recommendations for educational strategies, interventions, and potential referrals to other professionals if needed.
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Based on the results of the evaluation, medication prescription may be part of the intervention recommendations. You can meet with our nurse practitioner, who is able to prescribe medication based on your needs.
