Psychological Testing
Psychoeducational and Learning Disability Evaluations for Kids on Long Island
Your child is bright, but homework is a nightly battle. Reading or math isn't clicking, or the teacher says your child "isn't living up to potential." A psychoeducational evaluation helps you understand how your child learns, where the trouble is coming from, and what will help.
Who it's for
Children and their parents on Long Island and in New York City. Families usually come to us when a child is struggling in school, when a learning disability or ADHD is suspected, or when they need an evaluation to support an IEP, a 504 plan, or extended test time.
What we test
We look at thinking and reasoning skills, academic skills like reading, writing, and math, attention, executive functioning, and memory. We also look at emotions and behavior, because anxiety and frustration can get in the way of learning too.
How it works and how long it takes
First comes a consultation with you, the parents, about your child's history and your concerns. We'll let you know what records to bring. Testing happens at our Great Neck office, and we'll explain how many sessions to expect and help you find times that work.
Your report
You'll get a detailed written report (we'll tell you the expected timeline at the consultation) and a meeting where we walk you through the results in plain language. The report includes specific recommendations for school and home, and you can share it with your child's school when you ask for supports like an IEP or 504 plan. The school makes the final decision about what it provides.
Who does the testing
All assessments are conducted by licensed clinical psychologists. Our testing psychologists are also therapists. Dr. Danielle Virgadamo, our Director of Psychological Assessment, has a doctorate in clinical psychology with a concentration in child and school psychology, and she developed and launched a psychological assessment clinic at Kennedy Krieger Institute.
Cost, insurance, and superbills
Cognitive Behavioral Associates is an out-of-network provider. We don't take insurance directly. We'll go over fees during your free phone consultation. After you pay, we give you a paid statement (often called a superbill) to submit to your insurance company. Reimbursement depends on your plan, so ask your insurer about out-of-network coverage for psychological testing. You can also check your benefits with Reimbursify.
Our Testing Team
Talk with Dr. Virgadamo
Not sure if your child needs testing? Call us to talk with Dr. Danielle Virgadamo, our Director of Psychological Assessment, at (516) 858-4328, or reach us through our contact page.
See all of our testing services on our Psychological Testing page.