Assessment
Why might my child need an assessment?
There are many reasons for seeking a psychological assessment for your child. Some young people struggle in school due to a learning disability. Others require more challenging work. Some have medical conditions that affect their ability to learn in a typical school environment. Still others have underlying mental health conditions, like anxiety and depression, that affect their ability to learn. Sometimes, a combination of many different factors interferes with learning and academic performance.
No matter your reason for seeking an assessment, the results can help you and your child's teachers and medical providers create the best plan for intervention. A good assessment can help youth receive appropriate services that help them be more successful academically, which has benefits for learning and for self-esteem.
We offer different types of assessments, depending on your child's needs.
Gifted Assessment: This assessment is for students who are achieving above their grade level and who may be eligible for services through a gifted program. This assessment includes an interview, an IQ test acceptable to the public school system, questionnaires, written report and feedback session.
ADHD Assessment: This assessment is for those suspected of having Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The purpose of this evaluation is to determine whether a young person has ADHD and/or a mental health diagnosis, like anxiety or depression, that may mimic symptoms of ADHD. This assessment includes an interview, IQ test, test of executive functioning, questionnaires, written report and feedback session.
Psychoeducational Assessment: This assessment is for young people with a potential learning disability. This is best when a child is having difficulty across academic subjects, as it will evaluate all domains of academic functioning. This assessment includes an interview, IQ test, academic achievement test, questionnaires, written report and feedback session.
Comprehensive Assessment: This assessment is for those who are struggling in numerous areas, including academics (particularly reading), attention/executive functioning, memory and emotional/behavioral difficulties. This assessment includes an interview, IQ test, academic achievement test, test of executive functioning, reading tests, questionnaires, written report and feedback session.
How do I request an assessment?
The assessment process can be overwhelming. We want to make the process of requesting an assessment as easy as possible. If you think an assessment may be helpful for your child, the most efficient way to request services is to complete a New Client Submission Form by clicking here. Alternatively, you can call 904-432-3321 and leave a detailed message on our secure voicemail system, including your name, phone number, and email address. Please be sure to note whether your concerns are of an urgent nature in your message.
Once an intake appointment becomes available, we will reach out to schedule a phone consultation during which we will gather additional information and ensure that we are a good fit for you and your family. If you decide that Nautilus Behavioral Health is a good match for you, you will then be asked to complete new patient paperwork . These forms must be completed prior to your first appointment. This will help us better understand the reason for the assessment, your preferences for communication, and verify your insurance benefits (if applicable). We will also request that you provide documentation of services or accommodations through school or other agencies (e.g., IEP or 504 plan) and provide us with copies of reports from any previous assessments. These documents, which can be brought to the intake appointment, will provide us with detailed information about your child's learning and development and will allow for a more focused assessment.
At Nautilus Behavioral Health, we will do our best to make the assessment process simple, efficient and stress-free.