A Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP) is a mental health and educational professional trained to assess learning, behavior, attention, development, and social-emotional functioning. LEPs provide evaluations, consultation, counseling, and recommendations to help individuals better understand their strengths and needs.

I can work with learners who are beginning their journey in preschool to adults who may be looking to go back to school.

I also provide consultation services for families, schools, and organizations.

I believe that everyone deserves to be a lifelong learner!

An evaluation may be helpful when there are questions about:

• ADHD and attention difficulties
• Autism spectrum disorder
• Dyslexia, dysgraphia, or dyscalculia
• Executive functioning skills
• Learning and academic performance
• Giftedness and twice-exceptionality
• Social-emotional functioning
• Educational accommodations and support needs
• College, vocational, or career planning

The goal of an evaluation is not simply to determine whether a diagnosis is present, but to develop a deeper understanding of how an individual learns, thinks, and functions so that meaningful recommendations can be made.

An evaluation may be helpful if there are concerns regarding:

• Attention and focus

• Academic performance

• Reading, writing, or math skills

• Executive functioning

• Learning differences

• School-related anxiety or frustration

• Educational planning or accommodations

A consultation can help determine whether an evaluation would be beneficial.

Every evaluation begins with a consultation to discuss concerns, background information, and the questions you hope to answer through the assessment process. Depending on the referral concerns, information may be gathered through interviews, review of learning history, rating scales, and standardized testing. Results are then carefully analyzed and integrated into a comprehensive written report. A feedback meeting is scheduled to review findings, answer questions, and discuss individualized recommendations and next steps. The evaluation process is collaborative, personalized, and designed to provide meaningful insight into the individual's strengths, challenges, and support needs.

The timeline varies depending on the scope of the evaluation. Most comprehensive evaluations are completed over several sessions and include time for scoring, interpretation, report writing, and a feedback meeting.

Many schools, colleges, and testing agencies accept private evaluations. However, acceptance of recommendations, accommodations, eligibility determinations, or services is ultimately determined by the receiving institution.

School districts can provide evaluations at no cost to families when there is a suspected disability that may impact a student's access to education. These evaluations are conducted to help determine eligibility for special education services and to inform educational planning within the school setting.

Private evaluations may offer a broader assessment of learning, development, attention, social-emotional functioning, and other areas of concern. Families often seek private evaluations when they would like an independent perspective, a more comprehensive understanding of their child, diagnostic clarification, or recommendations that extend beyond the school environment.

Both school-based and private evaluations can provide valuable information. The most appropriate option depends on the individual's needs, goals, and referral questions.

If you are unsure whether a school evaluation, private evaluation, or Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) is the best fit for your situation, I would be happy to discuss your options during a complimentary consultation.

Yes. Counseling services may address educational, behavioral, social-emotional, and vocational concerns while supporting personal growth, self-advocacy, and skill development.

Not at this time. Services are provided on a private-pay basis. Upon request, documentation may be available for clients who wish to explore possible out-of-network reimbursement through their insurance provider.

Services are individualized to meet each person's unique needs. Most evaluations range from $2,500 to $5,000 depending on the scope of assessment, referral questions, and areas being evaluated. Fees may include consultation, records review, interviews, standardized testing, analysis and integration of findings, a comprehensive written report, and a feedback meeting.

Consultation and educationally related counseling services are available at a rate of $100 per hour.

A personalized fee estimate will be provided during the complimentary 30-minute consultation before any services begin.

I recognize that financial circumstances vary from family to family. In an effort to support access to services, limited sliding scale options may be available based on individual need. If cost is a concern, I encourage you to reach out to discuss available options.

Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) fees vary depending on the referral questions, areas of assessment, and district requirements. Please contact me directly to discuss your specific needs and obtain a personalized fee estimate.

Some consultation and counseling services may be available virtually. Evaluation services may require in-person assessment depending on the referral concerns and assessment instruments used.

No. Consultation services can be provided independently of a formal evaluation. Some individuals seek consultation to discuss concerns, review existing records or evaluations, better understand recommendations, or determine whether additional assessment may be helpful.