Frequently Asked Questions
Psychoeducational Testing
Q: What is psychoeducational testing?
A: Psychoeducational testing is an in-depth evaluation that assesses cognitive, academic, emotional, and behavioral functioning. It helps identify learning disabilities, ADHD, giftedness, and other challenges affecting academic performance.
Q: Who can benefit from psychoeducational testing?
A: Children, adolescents, and young adults who are struggling with learning, attention, memory, problem-solving, or emotional regulation may benefit from testing.
Q: What does the psychoeducational testing process involve?
A: The process includes: an initial consultation to discuss concerns and goals, testing sessions (typically 4-8 hours, spread over multiple days), comprehensive report summarizing results and recommendations, and a feedback session to review findings and next steps.
Q: What will the final report include?
A: A summary of test findings, diagnoses (if applicable), strengths and challenges, and recommendations for home and school.
Q: How much does psychoeducational testing cost?
A: The cost varies based on the scope of the evaluation. We provide a detailed pricing breakdown during the initial consultation.
Counseling & Social Skills
Q: What is social skills counseling?
A: Social skills counseling helps individuals improve their ability to communicate, interact, and build relationships. It focuses on skills like conversation, emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and understanding social cues.
Q: Who can benefit from social skills counseling?
A: Children, teens, and adults who struggle with social interactions, making friends, maintaining relationships, or managing social anxiety can benefit. It’s especially helpful for individuals with ADHD, autism, anxiety, or social difficulties.
Q: Do you offer group or individual sessions for social skills?
A: We offer both! Individual sessions provide personalized strategies, while group therapy allows individuals to practice social interactions in a supportive setting.
Q: What types of therapy do you use for children?
A: We use evidence-based approaches, including play therapy (for younger children), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Social skills training and parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT).
Q: My child is nervous about therapy. How do I prepare them?
A: Reassure them that therapy is a safe space to talk and grow. Explain that their therapist is there to help, just like a teacher or doctor.
Q: Is child/teen counseling confidential?
A: Yes, but with some limits. We maintain confidentiality unless there is a safety concern, such as self-harm or harm to others. We also encourage open communication with parents while respecting a teen’s privacy.
Q: Do you offer therapy for LGBTQ+ teens?
A: Yes, we provide affirming therapy for LGBTQ+ teens, helping them explore identity, relationships, and emotional well-being in a supportive environment.
Insurance & Payment Options
Q: Do you accept insurance?
A: No, we do not accept insurance. However, we offer flexible payment plans to make our services more accessible.
Q: Can I get reimbursed by my insurance company?
A: Possibly! We can provide a detailed receipt of services that you can submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement. We recommend checking with your provider to see if they offer this option.
Q: How do payment plans work?
A: We offer flexible payment options, including installment plans (spreading the cost over time), sliding scale fees (based on financial need, if available) and HSA/FSA payments (we accept Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts)
Q: What forms of payment do you accept?
A: We accept credit/debit cards, HSA/FSA cards, Venmo, PayPal, or Zelle (if applicable), Cash or check (for in-person sessions).
Q: How much does a session cost?
A: Pricing varies depending on the type of service. Please contact us for details about session fees and available payment options.