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Neuropsychological evaluations can help clarify concerns related to attention, learning differences, autism, ADHD, giftedness and twice-exceptionality, emotional regulation, anxiety, mood, and complex or overlapping presentations. Evaluations are individualized based on the referral question and the needs of the child, adolescent, or adult.

The evaluation process is thoughtful and supportive. It typically includes an initial intake to discuss developmental history and concerns, testing sessions using standardized and interactive tasks, careful scoring and interpretation of results, a feedback session to review findings, and a comprehensive written report. The focus is always on understanding your child’s unique profile rather than labeling behavior.

The timeline varies depending on the referral question and age of the individual being evaluated. Most evaluations take place over multiple appointments and are completed over several weeks. You will receive a clear outline of the expected timeline during the intake process.

Yes. Testing is conducted in a calm, supportive environment and is tailored to your child’s age, attention span, and comfort level. Breaks are encouraged, and tasks are designed to feel more like puzzles or activities than exams. The goal is to obtain accurate information while supporting your child’s well-being.

The evaluation process begins with an intake appointment with Dr. Elise Pilchak, Psy.D., LP, conducted either virtually or in person. During this session, you will discuss your child’s developmental history, current concerns, and goals for testing. This conversation guides the selection of assessment measures and ensures that the evaluation targets areas such as attention, learning, memory, language, processing speed, executive functioning, social communication, and emotional regulation, as appropriate.

Once the evaluation is complete, you will meet with Dr. Pilchak for a feedback session to review the findings in clear, compassionate, and accessible language. Diagnoses are discussed when appropriate, and time is spent reviewing individualized recommendations so you leave the meeting with a strong understanding of the results and how to use them moving forward.

Yes. You will receive a comprehensive written report that summarizes findings and serves as a practical roadmap for next steps. Reports include tailored recommendations for home, school, and therapeutic supports and are written in a way that is accessible to parents, educators, and healthcare providers.

ADHD and autism can present differently in girls than in boys, which often leads to underdiagnosis or delayed identification. Girls may show more subtle attentional difficulties, internalized symptoms, social masking, or emotional exhaustion rather than overt hyperactivity or disruptive behaviors. At Action Potential Neuropsychological Services, evaluations are intentionally designed to identify these subtler presentations so girls receive accurate understanding, validation, and support.

Receiving a diagnosis can bring both clarity and uncertainty. After the evaluation, families are guided in using the results as a roadmap for growth. This includes reviewing recommendations, sharing results with schools and care providers, connecting with evidence-based supports such as executive-function coaching, Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT), or social-skills groups, and scheduling follow-up consultations as needed to support implementation over time.