We know that being referred for an assessment or trying to learn more about your child or adolescent can be daunting. To help, we have outlined our services and answered commonly asked questions about our assessment process below. You may also schedule a free, 15-minute phone consultation with our assessor, Dr. Bono, to determine if an assessment with Bloomfield Psychotherapy is right for your child or adolescent.
Our Assessment Services
At Bloomfield Psychotherapy, we strive to deliver assessments that are evidence-based, strengths-focused, collaborative, and tailored to your referral questions and needs.
We specialize in child/adolescent (ages 6-16) assessments for:
Common referral questions include (but are not limited to):
Why are Evaluations Useful?
Evaluations can reveal information that may be difficult or impossible to gain through other avenues. This can help to:
What Does the Testing Process Look Like?
While every assessment is tailored for your child and referral questions, our process often includes the following:
Clinical Interview. Caregivers meet with the assessor, Dr. Bono, to refine referral questions and provide information about their child.
Collateral Information. Other adults (e.g., teachers, therapists, extended family) complete interviews and/or questionnaires to examine the child’s functioning across settings.
Test Day(s). The child completes a customized test battery over one to two test days. This may involve a clinical interview, questionnaires, drawing activities, and tests that resemble brain-games or school exams. Caregivers also complete questionnaires to capture their perception of the child’s functioning.
Results & Feedback.
*Child therapeutic stories/letters and feedback sessions are included in Comprehensive Evaluations, and not available in Targeted Evaluations
What Kinds of Recommendations Might Be Made for My Child?
Ultimately, a psychological assessment offers information that we then use to answer referral questions and develop evidence-based recommendations tailored to your child. Examples of commonly provided recommendations include the following:
What Does an Assessment Cost?
We offer two assessment packages designed to meet your needs and referral questions.
Comprehensive Evaluation: $3,500**
Use: For referral questions that require a comprehensive test battery to gain a multi-faceted understanding of the child’s cognitive, behavioral, and emotional functioning, such as:
Targeted Evaluation: $2,500**
Use: For referral questions that may be addressed via a focused test battery, including testing for:
**Listed fees reflect standard evaluations. Prices may increase if a client requests more extensive testing and/or additional services. If applicable, fee adjustments will be discussed with and agreed upon by the client in advance. Please call (720) 336-3465 to discuss pricing options based on specific clinical questions and needs.
Our Assessment Services
At Bloomfield Psychotherapy, we strive to deliver assessments that are evidence-based, strengths-focused, collaborative, and tailored to your referral questions and needs.
We specialize in child/adolescent (ages 6-16) assessments for:
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Learning disorder in reading, written language, and math
- Intelligence/IQ, including giftedness
- Academic achievement
Common referral questions include (but are not limited to):
- What are my child’s intellectual strengths and challenges?
- Is my child behind classmates in reading, writing, or math?
- Why can’t my child sit still, pay attention, or follow rules in school?
- My child is bright, so why does she struggle with test anxiety and schoolwork?
- Does my child qualify for academic accommodations?
Why are Evaluations Useful?
Evaluations can reveal information that may be difficult or impossible to gain through other avenues. This can help to:
- Clarify diagnoses
- Reveal the “why” behind academic and behavioral difficulties in order to identify ideal treatment interventions
- Assess co-occurring social-emotional issues, such as anxiety, emotional outbursts, poor self-esteem, and conflict with adults and peers
- Develop evidence-based recommendations tailored to your child
What Does the Testing Process Look Like?
While every assessment is tailored for your child and referral questions, our process often includes the following:
Clinical Interview. Caregivers meet with the assessor, Dr. Bono, to refine referral questions and provide information about their child.
Collateral Information. Other adults (e.g., teachers, therapists, extended family) complete interviews and/or questionnaires to examine the child’s functioning across settings.
Test Day(s). The child completes a customized test battery over one to two test days. This may involve a clinical interview, questionnaires, drawing activities, and tests that resemble brain-games or school exams. Caregivers also complete questionnaires to capture their perception of the child’s functioning.
Results & Feedback.
- Formal Assessment Report: The written report includes test results and interpretation, diagnostic impressions, and tailored, evidence-based recommendations. Caregivers may provide this to schools or treatment providers.
- Caregiver Feedback Session: Dr. Bono meets with caregivers to review test results and diagnosis, explain recommendations, and answer remaining questions.
- Child Therapeutic Story/Letter*: The assessor writes a custom story/letter for the child with an age-appropriate, empowering summary of results and recommendations.
- Child Feedback Session*: The assessor meets with the child to read aloud their letter/story, answer questions, and explain results and recommendations.
*Child therapeutic stories/letters and feedback sessions are included in Comprehensive Evaluations, and not available in Targeted Evaluations
What Kinds of Recommendations Might Be Made for My Child?
Ultimately, a psychological assessment offers information that we then use to answer referral questions and develop evidence-based recommendations tailored to your child. Examples of commonly provided recommendations include the following:
- Academic recommendations include strategies and accommodations to support learning and emotional needs in school-related situations. Caregivers may provide the completed report to their child’s school to potentially inform IEPs, 504 Plans, and informal support.
- Treatment recommendations provide intervention referrals and recommendations based on needs identified during testing. For instance, referrals for psychiatry, psychotherapy, speech therapy, or medical testing. These also include techniques that other treatment providers may use to optimize interventions and your child’s progress.
- Caregiver recommendations with strategies to support your child at home. For example, techniques to help your child manage their feelings and behavior, build self-esteem, or complete household responsibilities.
- Extracurricular recommendations use your child’s interests, hobbies, and talents to suggest activities for strengthening social skills, self-esteem, and peer relationships.
What Does an Assessment Cost?
We offer two assessment packages designed to meet your needs and referral questions.
Comprehensive Evaluation: $3,500**
Use: For referral questions that require a comprehensive test battery to gain a multi-faceted understanding of the child’s cognitive, behavioral, and emotional functioning, such as:
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Learning disorder(s) in reading, written language, or math
- Common co-morbid conditions to the above (e.g., anxiety, depression, etc.)
Targeted Evaluation: $2,500**
Use: For referral questions that may be addressed via a focused test battery, including testing for:
- Intelligence/IQ, including giftedness
- Academic achievement
**Listed fees reflect standard evaluations. Prices may increase if a client requests more extensive testing and/or additional services. If applicable, fee adjustments will be discussed with and agreed upon by the client in advance. Please call (720) 336-3465 to discuss pricing options based on specific clinical questions and needs.