Following on from an initial consultation meeting, we may jointly agree that further assessment or testing is needed. The purpose and nature of any assessment and testing will be discussed at the initial consultation meeting.
A wide range of psychological assessment tools, tests and techniques can be used to investigate learning needs (such as dyslexia and dyscalculia), and social, emotional and behavioural concerns (such as ADHD and ASD). This may include observation and questionnaires as well as testing. Here are some examples of further assessment and testing that can be carried out:
Screening tests for dyslexia or ADHD.
A formal Cognitive and Educational Evaluation, which would provide detailed information on learning strengths and difficulties, and can be used as evidence to request special assessment arrangements in examinations.
A formal Psycho-Educational assessment, which is a more comprehensive assessment to investigate not only cognition and learning, but also social, emotional, behavioural and mental health needs.
I would generally carry out testing on children from the age of 6 (and sometimes from the age of 4), and can assess persons up to the age of 25. Testing generally needs to be carried out in-person, although there are some tests that can be carried out remotely.
Assessment and testing costs can vary greatly depending upon the purpose and nature of the assessment. All formal assessments include a detailed report and meeting to go through the results with you.