Question 1

Do you diagnose?

Accepted Answer

We do diagnose; however, we enter our diagnostic process with the intention of better understanding how your child thinks, learns, and interacts with the world. If your child meets the criteria for a diagnosable condition, then we will most definitely render a fitting diagnosis.

Question 2

How much does a diagnostic evaluation cost?

Accepted Answer

Diagnostic evaluation and assessment services involves administration, scoring, and interpretation of results, as well as clinical interviews; it also requires the clinician to prepare a written report and meet with parents to review the findings. The cost for the full assessment is determined by the total number of hours required by the clinician to complete full evaluation process (clinical interview, testing time with your child, scoring, interpretation, completing the written report, and providing feedback to parents and/or teachers). Call for 469.640.0846 more information.

Question 3

Do you offer a payment plan?

Accepted Answer

Regarding payment for diagnostic testing, 50% of the total fee for evaluation is due at the Diagnostic Parent Interview. The remaining balance (50%) is due the day of testing before testing begins. Payment must be received in full before your child can participate in the evaluation.

Question 4

How do I explain the evaluation process to my child?

Accepted Answer

Preparing your child for testing can help to minimize their stress/anxiety. Before the testing time, it is helpful to explain to the child what they day will be like. Make sure to avoid using the word ‘testing’ as this word can often make children anxious. You could say something along the lines of: “On Friday you will be meeting with a doctor. You will be doing a lot of different things with the doctor, like answering a variety of questions, puzzles, drawings, and stories as well as some school-like tasks like reading and math. Every child learns in different ways and the things you’ll be doing with the doctor will help us and your teachers understand how you learn best.”

Question 5

How long will my child need to be out of school for the day(s) of testing?

Accepted Answer

The length of the evaluation process is unique to each child and depends on referral questions, specific diagnostic needs, and your child’s capacity on each assessment. Make plans for your child to be out of school for the day on the day of testing. We will provide you with an excuse for your child’s absence at school.

Question 6

Will my child be given breaks during the testing day?

Accepted Answer

Yes, your child will be given breaks as needed throughout the testing day. We take a lunch break around the time your child typically eats lunch at school and will take additional breaks throughout the day if your child needs a mental break and/or a chance to stretch and grab a snack. We will provide healthy snacks and drinks for your child on the testing day. If possible, we recommend you and your child going off-site for the lunch break to provide some distance from the testing process.

Question 7

Can I leave my child with you to run errands while he/she is being evaluated?

Accepted Answer

Whether or not you can leave to run errands while your child is testing largely depends on your child and his/her needs. For those who become anxious when separated from you and/or experience emotional struggles we request that parents remain on-site for support. If your child does not experience struggles related to separation anxiety and/or other intense emotional struggles, then you are free to run errands during testing. However, we ask that you keep your cell phone accessible for questions or updates throughout the day and that you return to the office for your child’s lunch break.

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