As a parent it can be difficult to watch your child struggle without knowing how to help. We are here to support you in identifying and meeting your child’s specific needs.
Neuropsychological evaluations provide detailed information about a child’s thinking, learning, attention, and social, emotional, and behavioral functioning. This information allows us to direct you to the supports and resources that will allow your child to thrive.
Our goal is to give your child their best chance of achieving happiness and success at home, at school, and in the community.
Who may benefit from a neuropsychological evaluation?
Neuropsychological evaluations can be appropriate for children with a variety of backgrounds and presenting concerns. The most common populations our pediatric neuropsychologists see include children with the following:
- Prenatal exposure to alcohol
(Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders; FASDs) - Prenatal exposure to illegal substances
- Premature birth
- Birth complications
- Chromosomal/genetic differences
- Traumatic Brain Injury (Concussion)
- Seizure
- Stroke
- Brain tumor
- History of chemotherapy and/or radiation
- Language disorders
- Intellectual disabilities
- Learning disabilities (Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia)
- Attention problems (ADHD)
- Social difficulties (Autism Spectrum Disorder, Social/Pragmatic Communication Disorder, Nonverbal Learning Disorder)
- Emotional problems (Anxiety, Depression)
- Behavioral difficulties (Anger, Outbursts)
- Trauma, abuse, and other adverse childhood experiences
- Foster care & adoption
What is the evaluation process?
STEP 1 – Contact Us
Contact us by phone (952-236-1267) or via the contact form. We will do a brief screening to ensure that we can meet your child’s needs and help you move to the next step, if appropriate.
STEP 2 – Complete Paperwork
Complete the intake paperwork via the patient portal or by mail. This allows us to prepare for your appointment in advance.
STEP 3 – Schedule Appointment
Schedule your appointment via the patient portal or by phone. Most school-aged children require one appointment the length of a school day.
STEP 4 – Attend Appointment
Attend your appointment. A legal guardian must be present with the child for the appointment. During the appointment we will conduct interviews, administer tests, and communicate the results to caregivers verbally.
STEP 5 – Written Report
Obtain the written report. We will send you a detailed neuropsychological evaluation report approximately 2-4 weeks after your appointment. This report can also be sent to other providers at your request.
STEP 6 – Implement Treatment
Implement treatment recommendations and watch your child gain the support and confidence they need to grow!
STEP 7 – Schedule Follow-Up Evaluations
We will contact you to schedule follow-up evaluations as recommended by your provider to ensure your child continues to thrive. You can also contact us for re-evaluation prior to major life transitions, when growth plateaus, or when new obstacles emerge. We will be happy to help!
The Goldfinch Difference
At Goldfinch Neurobehavioral Services our pediatric neuropsychologists pride themselves on being thorough, compassionate, and accessible. We understand that families come to us in need of guidance in the face of overwhelming obstacles. Our neuropsychologists are dedicated to gathering extensive information about each child’s history and their caregivers’ concerns for them. We strive to view our test data in the context of that information, and to present our findings in a digestible manner that provides concrete direction for moving forward.