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We provide psychological evaluations for children, teens, and adults.\u00a0 What kinds?\u00a0 Testing for ADD\/ADHD<\/a>, Autism<\/a>, Learning Disabilities (such as dyslexia<\/a>, dysgraphia<\/a>, and dyscalculia<\/a>), and more. So, if you or your child is struggling, we can help understand why and help chart a roadmap to success. Additionally, we regularly work with parents and school districts to complete Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs).<\/p>\n We have office locations in Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, and Richmond, VA.<\/p>\n Have questions or want more info? Contact us<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#dddddd” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Psychological testing is simply this: figuring out why a student is struggling in school and\/or at home. That\u2019s it. Yes, this typically involves a lot of detective work like interviewing parents to gain a thorough developmental history, getting feedback from teachers, considering social and emotional functioning, direct testing with a student, sometimes an observation, and it might involve a formal diagnosis of some kind. But in the end, it simply answers the question, \u201cWhy is a student struggling?\u201d<\/p>\n Now, how is this different than a psycho-educational evaluation or neuropsychological evaluation? There is a lot of jargon here, so let me try to make this as painless as possible. A psycho-educational evaluation focuses primarily on school performance; however, in my opinion it\u2019s really not that different than a psychological evaluation. After all, both should answer the question about why school or life is hard.\u00a0 And a neuropsychological evaluation seeks to answer this same question, but it goes a bit further and links a student\u2019s struggles to specific brain functioning.<\/p>\n So, what do we offer? In our practice, we offer psychological testing or psycho-educational testing. We don\u2019t really care which one you call it. What we care about is answering why you or your child is struggling. But, even more than this, our job is to answer it thoroughly, answer it in a way that makes sense to the people that matter, and answer it in a way that sets the stage for growth. Honestly though, our job is more than just this. Ultimately, we value this process and making the testing experience personal for both parents and students. After all, testing shouldn\u2019t be a transaction, it should be a relationship. And relationships should never be rushed–from the first phone call to the interview, from testing sessions to reviewing results. Want to get in touch or have questions?\u00a0 Contact us here.<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/wesleyshelley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ADHD.jpg” alt=”psychological evaluation charlottesville” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n Each of our staff have plenty of experience in schools and collaborating with teachers, parents, and students.\u00a0 We know how schools work, the supports that are available, and can help parents navigate these.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Personalized attention” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”||divi||400″ icon_color=”#9be0f2″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ header_text_align=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n We are in private practice so that we can take our time to truly understand each student, their strengths and needs, and provide exceptional service. \u00a0No packed schedules, no rushing out the door, only personalized attention. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Tailored supports” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”||divi||400″ icon_color=”#9be0f2″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ header_text_align=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n There are no shortcuts to success. \u00a0There are no magic bullets. \u00a0Why? \u00a0Because most often there are multiple and nuanced factors impacting a student\u2019s achievement. \u00a0What we do is collaborate with parents and teachers to pave a path to success.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Check out the different types of evaluations<\/a> we offer, info about payment and fees<\/a>, or get in touch with us here<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Psychological testing in Virginia We provide psychological evaluations for children, teens, and adults.\u00a0 What kinds?\u00a0 Testing for ADD\/ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities (such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia), and more. 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