Assessments
Assessments Offered:
Child and Adult Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assessments
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This comprehensive assessment is used to evaluate social communication, behavioural patterns, sensory processing, and developmental functioning.
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Assessments for Children and Adults
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This assessment is designed to evaluate attention, impulsivity, hyperactivity, executive functioning, and emotional regulation.
Psychoeducational Assessments for Children, Adolescents, and Adults in School
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This comprehensive assessment examines cognitive abilities, academic achievement, learning strengths, and areas of difficulty. This assessment can help to identify learning disabilities, giftedness, processing challenges, and educational support needs.
Social-Emotional & Behavioural Assessments
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This assessment is focused on emotional well-being, behavioural functioning, social skills, and mental health concerns. These evaluations help identify challenges such as anxiety, depression, emotional regulation difficulties, behavioural concerns, and social functioning issues.
Adult Psychological Assessments
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This comprehensive assessment assesses emotional, cognitive, personality, and behavioural functioning in adults. These assessments may assist with diagnostic clarification, treatment planning, workplace accommodations, and personal insight.
Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) Assessments
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This specialized assessment is designed for veterans and is completed for Veterans Affairs Canada to evaluate psychological functioning, trauma-related concerns, mental health conditions, and the impact of military service on daily functioning and quality of life.
Forensic Assessments
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This assessment is designed for independent psychological evaluations completed for legal, court, or occupational purposes. This assessment may address matters related to mental health, capacity, risk, parenting, trauma, or psychological functioning within legal contexts.
Neuropsychological Assessments
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This assessment is designed for in-depth evaluations that assess brain-based functioning, including memory, attention, executive functioning, language, processing speed, and problem-solving abilities. This assessment helps to identify cognitive changes related to neurological, developmental, medical, or psychological conditions.
What is the purpose of an assessment?
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Understand how an individual learns, thinks, and processes information
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Identify cognitive, academic, emotional, or behavioural challenges
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Assess attention, memory, and executive functioning
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Support diagnosis and treatment planning
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Provide recommendations for school, work, or daily functioning
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Identify strengths and areas needing support
Why Seek an Assessment for a Child?
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Identify learning disabilities or academic challenges
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Explore emotional or behavioural concerns
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Understand cognitive strengths and weaknesses
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Determine school supports and accommodations
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Support overall development and well-being
Why Seek an Assessment as an Adult?
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Identify cognitive or attention-related challenges
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Explore learning difficulties or mental health concerns
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Improve self-awareness and coping strategies
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Support work, school, and daily functioning
What Does the Assessment Process Involve?
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Free 15-minute consultation
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Clinical interview and background review
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Standardized testing and assessment
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Scoring, interpretation, and report writing
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Final feedback and recommendations meeting
Who can be assessed?
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Children, adolescents, and adults experiencing challenges related to learning, attention, emotions, behaviour, work, school, or daily functioning.
What is the cost of an assessment?
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Assessment costs vary depending on the type and number of tools required.
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A cost estimate will be discussed during the free consultation. Insurance or extended health benefits may provide partial or full coverage.
Meet the Assessment Team
To book an assessment or learn more, please call 780-570-1230 or email us at assessments@howardpsychological.com