Requesting Services
After completing the CES Intake Form, you will receive an email from ces@csumb.edu to set up a time for a phone call with one of our faculty mentors. Contact Darlene Moitoso (dmoitoso@csumb.edu) for more information.
Step 1: Explore Our Services
Review Available Services: Visit our Services page to understand the various psychoeducational and speech-language services we offer for children and youth.
Determine Eligibility: Make sure the services align with your child’s needs and age group (3-18 years for most services).
Step 2: Submit an Online Intake Form
Complete the Form: Fill out all required fields on the Intake Form with accurate information about your child’s needs and history.
Submit the Application: After completing the form, submit it online. You will receive a confirmation email once your application has been received.
Step 3: Initial Contact
Wait for a Call or Email: A CES staff member will contact you to discuss your application, gather additional information if needed, and explain the next steps.
Schedule an Appointment: We will help you schedule an initial interview or consultation at a time that works for you.
Step 4: Attend Your Appointment
Prepare for the Appointment: Gather any relevant documents (e.g., previous assessments, school reports) to bring to your appointment.
Meet Our Team: During your visit, your child will be assessed by graduate students under the supervision of licensed professionals. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss any concerns.
Step 5: Receive Recommendations and Services
Review the Results: After the assessment, our team will provide you with a detailed report of the findings and recommendations tailored to your child’s needs.
Begin Services: If ongoing services are recommended, we will work with you to schedule regular sessions. If needed, referrals to outside specialists or resources will be provided.
Step 6: Follow-Up and Ongoing Support
Stay in Touch: Our team will check in periodically to monitor your child’s progress and make adjustments to the service plan as needed.
Access Additional Resources: If new challenges arise, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to support your child’s educational journey every step of the way.
Contact Us! If you have any questions or need assistance with the process, please call us at (831) 582-3622. We’re here to help!
Cognitive Testing
Cognitive testing is an essential part of understanding strengths and weaknesses in language, attention, memory, visual-spatial skills, abstract reasoning and cognitive proficiency. We assess both overall cognitive abilities and specific abilities shown to be connected to certain disorders, such as auditory memory, processing speed and fluid reasoning.
Academic Testing
Academic testing includes an in-depth look at a range of reading factors (e.g., accuracy, fluency, and phonological awareness), math factors (e.g., calculation and math problem solving), and writing factors (e.g., sentence construction and writing organization). We also assess other academic factors (e.g., listening comprehension, reading fluency, and math problem-solving).
Behavior and Executive Functioning
A comprehensive evaluation requires a complete picture of all factors that might be impacting a person’s attention and learning. Our clinic uses evidence-based attention and behavior rating scales to take a closer look at how a person is functioning in a range of areas, from attention to anxiety.
Socio-Emotional Assessment
Socio-emotional assessment assists in understanding an individual's emotional and social functioning, including how they perceive and manage their emotions, interact with others, and respond to social situations. This assessment explores areas such as emotional regulation, social skills, empathy, mood, and interpersonal relationships. It provides insights into the emotional factors that may influence cognitive and academic performance, as well as overall well-being. This assessment helps identify any social-emotional challenges that may need to be addressed to support the individual's growth and development.