Neuropsychological Testing for Children, Teens, and Young Adults in Massachusetts
When a child or teen is struggling — or when their strengths and abilities aren’t fully understood — a neuropsychological evaluation can provide clarity, direction, and a path forward.
I provide comprehensive neuropsychological testing for children, adolescents, and young adults to better understand attention, learning, emotional functioning, behavior, and cognitive strengths. Evaluations help families make sense of what they are seeing and determine how best to support their child at home, in school, and beyond.
What is a Neuropsychological Evaluation?
Many families seek testing when something feels off — school is harder than expected, emotions feel bigger, or a child’s strengths aren’t matching performance. These evaluations go beyond surface concerns to identify underlying patterns, strengths, and areas of vulnerability.
Assessments may help clarify:
ADHD and executive functioning challenges
Autism spectrum disorders
Anxiety, depression, and emotional regulation difficulties
Learning disabilities, including dyslexia
Behavioral challenges impacting school or home functioning
Social functioning and peer relationships
Cognitive strengths and intellectual ability
Giftedness and twice-exceptional (2e) profiles
My goal is not just to diagnose; it is understanding the whole child and creating a clear, individualized roadmap for support.
Who This Evaluation is For
Neuropsychological testing may be helpful if:
Your child is bright but struggling academically
School feels harder than it should despite strong effort
Attention, focus, or organization are ongoing concerns
Teachers or providers have recommended testing
Emotional or behavioral changes are affecting daily life
Anxiety, mood, or self-esteem concerns are emerging
Your child feels misunderstood or frustrated
You are seeking clarity about learning differences or school supports
You are considering an IEP or 504 accommodations
Your child may be gifted (or both gifted and struggling)
Many families seek evaluation when questions remain about their child’s learning, emotions, or behavior and they’re looking for clearer next steps.
Autism Spectrum Evaluations
Autism spectrum concerns are assessed as part of comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation, with attention to social communication, developmental history, cognitive functioning, and emotional and behavioral patterns.
Gifted and Twice-Exceptional (2e) Assessments
Some children demonstrate advanced cognitive abilities while also facing learning, attention, or emotional challenges. These twice-exceptional (2e) profiles can be easily misunderstood or overlooked. I offer specialized evaluations to identify giftedness, clarify learning profiles, and understand how strengths and vulnerabilities interact.
Gifted and 2e assessments can help:
Clarify intellectual strengths and learning style
Identify asynchronous development
Support applications for gifted or advanced academic programming
Inform school placement or enrichment decisions
Guide IEP or 504 planning
Support emotional well-being in high-ability learners
These evaluations are especially useful when a child appears capable of more than their current performance reflects, is under-challenged, or is experiencing frustration, anxiety, or disengagement in school.
Focused ADHD Evaluations
I offer focused evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults when ADHD is the primary concern. These assessments clarify attention and executive functioning profiles and provide targeted recommendations for school and treatment planning.
Why Families Seek Private Neuropsychological Evaluations
Families often pursue private evaluations when:
Concerns are complex or longstanding
Previous answers haven’t felt complete
School evaluations feel limited in scope
Long waitlists for testing make it difficult to get answers quickly
Clarity is needed for decision-making
Emotional, learning, and attention factors overlap
A child has high ability but is struggling
Parents want a comprehensive understanding — not just eligibility determination.
Private neuropsychological testing provides an in-depth, individualized perspective focused on the whole child.
What the Evaluation Process Looks Like
Each neuropsychological evaluation is tailored to the child and referral question, but typically includes:
Initial Consultation
We discuss concerns, history, and whether testing is the right next step.
Comprehensive Intake
Background information about development, learning, and functioning.
School Observation
Observing the child in school (if indicated).
Testing Sessions
Standardized assessment of cognitive, academic, social, emotional, and behavioral functioning.
Collateral Input
Information from teachers or other providers.
Feedback Session
A collaborative discussion of findings, patterns, and recommendations.
Written Report
A clear, comprehensive document outlining strengths, areas of need, diagnoses (when appropriate), and practical next steps for home, school, and treatment.
Areas Explored During Testing
Depending on referral needs, evaluations may examine:
Cognitive Functioning
Intellectual ability, reasoning, problem-solving, memory, processing speed
Academic Skills
Reading, writing, math, and learning patterns
Attention & Executive Functioning
Focus, organization, planning, self-monitoring, and task completion
Emotional and Behavioral Functioning
Anxiety, mood, self-regulation, and behavior patterns
Social Functioning
Peer relationships, communication style, and social understanding
Strengths & Learning Style
How the child learns best and where they thrive
School Collaboration and Educational Planning
With experience working within public school systems, I understand how evaluations are used to support educational decision-making. Reports are written to be clear, practical, and meaningful for schools and families alike.
Recommendations may support:
IEP or 504 planning
Classroom accommodations
Learning interventions
School placement decisions
Gifted programming
Executive functioning support
Emotional and behavioral intervention