A school related psychological education evaluation may be requested either by a school or by parents to learn more about a child’s learning strengths and weaknesses. These types of assessments usually address matters of attention and/or hyperactivity (ADD/ADHD), memory, reading or writing, language or communication, bilingualism, behavior, academic achievement, dyslexia, learning disabilities, giftedness, problem solving, and intellectual functioning or general cognitive development, depending on the questions you have about the child.
Dr. Heto’s approach to school-based assessments is extremely thorough and focuses on a wholistic approach to a child’s strengths and challenges, as opposed to simply providing a diagnosis. School-based evaluations can often detect the underlying issues related to a child’s academic difficulties, and Dr. Heto will provide practical and relevant recommendations based on the results. You’ll find that Dr. Heto explains results and findings in a clear and understandable manner, and makes plenty of time for feedback and follow-up so that you can make the most of the information that was gained about your child.
It’s important for parents to also know that asking your child to complete testing is not traumatizing or hurtful to them, as many parents fear. In the context of Dr. Heto’s fun and relatable approach, instead of feeling judged, most students find the activities interesting, if a little tiring, and are often relieved to be understood and getting help.