• What is a comprehensive psychological evaluation?

The goal of a psychological evaluation is to gather information about you or your child in a holistic and strengths-based manner. During the process, I will work with you to understand your initial concerns or questions, hopes for the evaluation, developmental history, and current functioning.

Typically, an evaluation includes a clinical interview with you, your child, and potentially outside sources that know you or your child well. Additionally, the evaluation may include an assessment of cognitive skills, executive functioning, academic skills, social-emotional functioning, and other areas related to the initial question. In some cases, an observation in the school setting may be part of the evaluation process. Once the evaluation is complete, we will have a meeting to talk about the results and I will provide you with a written report documenting the findings.

• What are some reasons why individuals seek out a comprehensive evaluation?

  • To gain a better understanding of themselves or their child.

  • Obtain a formal diagnosis of a learning disorder, neurodevelopmental differences, or mental health disorder, and gain access to targeted supports.

  • Gain access to school-based academic supports or accommodations such as a 504-plan or an individualized education plan (IEP).

  • Clarify diagnosis/diagnoses for treatment planning.

• What ages do you work with?

  I provide comprehensive psychological evaluations for ages 4 through 28.

• Will my school accept this private evaluation?

  Schools will often use the information gathered from a private evaluation (done outside of the school) to make their determinations around special education or 504-plan eligibility. Depending on the school district, the school may need to do their own testing to confirm the findings. I am happy to consult with schools and special education teams to ensure that you or your child receive the needed accommodations and supports.

• Do you take insurance?

  I do not take insurance. However, I can create a superbill at the end of the evaluation to submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement.

• How much does a psychological evaluation cost?

  Cost will vary based on complexity and time needed to complete the evaluation. Typically, a full evaluation will cost between $1,500 and $4,000.

• Where did you receive your training?

  I earned my Doctorate from the University of Washington’s School Psychology program in 2019. I spent two and half years as a clinical psychologist at the Harborview Foster Care Clinic, providing assessment and treatment for children and families involved in the foster care system. Currently, I am an instructor in the School Psychology program at the University of Washington.

• What do you enjoy doing when not providing evaluations?

  Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, reading, hiking, being in a desert landscape, and spending time with my cat, Marlo.