I provide comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations to school districts and families seeking private testing. A typical psychoeducational evaluation may consider academic skills, cognitive functioning, attention, behavior, and social-emotional needs.

A psychoeducational evaluation provides a comprehensive picture of how a person learns best, and is focused on school-based needs. A psychoeducational evaluation can help determine if a disability exists within the school setting, recognized by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and what supports, services, and/or accommodations might help them succeed.

A neuropsychological evaluation typically looks closely at how the brain itself is working from a medical or clinical focus, with recommendations that may extend beyond school settings.

Psychoeducational evaluations are appropriate whenever there is a question about a student’s learning or behavior that is impacting a student’s progress or performance in school, or to provide an update on previously conducted evaluations to understand current needs and supports. Colleges and other postsecondary settings may request updated evaluations to support accommodations or services in their settings.

I work with students in Kindergarten through Transition (age 22). My background includes over a decade of experience evaluating students with Autism, ADHD, learning differences, twice-exceptional profiles, and behavioral and complex needs in Kindergarten through Transition settings.

Most evaluations take 2-4 weeks from intake to final report, depending on the complexity and scheduling availability. If school-based observations are necessary, the results may take slightly longer due to scheduling with the school.

Evaluations initiated by school districts can take up to 60 school days, as permitted by law. School-based evaluations must be provided free of charge if suspicion of a disability exists. Therefore, some families choose to secure private psychoeducational evaluations to reduce wait times or to provide another opinion.

Evaluations are tailored to the specific referral question(s). However, a typical evaluation could include:

• Intake meeting

• Standardized academic and/or cognitive assessments

• Functional evaluation

• Executive functioning and behavior measures

• Record Review

• Comprehensive written report with recommendations

• Feedback meeting with recommendations

• Support with implementing recommendations, including accommodations (school or college)

Yes. I complete school district-funded IEEs at rates consistent with the Chicagoland market and aligned with district guidelines. I am approved by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) to conduct IEEs.

I am a nationally-certified school psychologist (NCSP), certified through the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). This certification indicates the highest level of rigor of training, and continuing professional development. My degree is an Educational Specialist (Ed.S.)-level degree, which indicates post-master’s level training in school psychology. I am Licensed through the State of Illinois as a School Psychologist and Special Education Administrator (IL PEL 2322618). I carry Professional Liability Insurance.

Yes. Travel within 50 miles is included for school district services. Travel beyond is available by arrangement. Private pay evaluations are conducted in Hinsdale, Illinois.

Absolutely. I help families prepare documentation and understand what colleges and testing agencies typically require.

I want to help you move confidentially from high school, where you may have had a lot of support through your 504 or IEP team to advocate on your behalf, to college, where you will likely find you are the primary advocate for your own education. Depending on your needs, I can assist you to identify and apply for suitable colleges, obtain documentation for accommodations requests, develop a plan to secure necessary accommodations, and support with executive functioning or advocacy needs through your first year of college or beyond. Services include:

• Basic College-search and accommodation planning: $1000

• Comprehensive college-search, application, accommodation, and funding guidance: $3000

• Additional services available on request (e.g., executive functioning support)

School-based evaluations are conducted in-person. For private pay evaluations, intakes, feedback sessions, and college planning service meetings are held virtually. Some evaluations can be conducted virtually, however, academic or cognitive testing must be conducted in person to ensure validity and reliability.

A 50% deposit is due following the intake meeting to proceed to evaluation. The remaining balance is due following the evaluation at the feedback meeting. Insurance typically does not cover evaluations conducted by school psychologists.

For college consulting, 50% deposit is due following intake with the remainder payable following the college search process.

Schools are invoiced directly.