Our Approach
CAAT provides comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for clients and offers a unique level of personalization for individuals seeking a deeper, more complete understanding of themselves, their strengths, and the specific challenges they face in day-to-day life. Our clinical team of licensed professionals specialize in evaluating children, adolescents, and adults. We provide in-depth analysis to identify and explain, diagnostically and functionally, individual strengths and challenges – knowledge we use to develop a realistic plan to address any problems.
CAAT is committed to helping clients develop skills to help reach their full potential. We offer continuity of care across the lifespan, partnering with parents and professionals to support our clients and their families throughout their journey.
Types of Assessment
Each individual is unique, as is their evaluation. Neuropsychological evaluation is appropriate for children age four and older, adolescents, and adults. Our Developmental Clinic offers assessment services tailored to our youngest clients, age four and under.
CAAT offers the following types of assessment.
Common Concerns
CAAT bases any recommendations and plans for intervention on the unique neuropsychological profile gleaned by individual assessment. Treatment goals are personalized, tailored to meet specific needs. A neuropsychological evaluation can help us address any number of concerns, including:
- Social Challenges
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Learning Challenges and Disorders
- Attention/Executive Functioning
- Anxiety/Emotional Regulation
- Medical/Neurological
What can a neuropsychological assessment help identify?
A neuropsychological assessment helps explain why a child, teen, or adult may be struggling at school, work, home, or in relationships. At CAAT, assessments look at several areas of functioning, including learning, attention, executive functioning, emotional regulation, social skills, and medical or neurological concerns.
These evaluations can help identify learning disorders, ADHD, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, autism/social communication challenges, executive functioning difficulties, and the effects of medical or neurological conditions such as premature birth, seizures, genetic disorders, or brain injury.
Just as importantly, a neuropsychological assessment also identifies strengths. This helps families and individuals understand not only what is hard, but also what tools, environments, and supports may help the person succeed.
After the evaluation, CAAT provides a clear report with personalized recommendations. These may include therapy goals, school accommodations, treatment planning, executive functioning strategies, daily routines, or referrals for additional support. The goal is to turn assessment results into a practical plan for growth, confidence, and long-term success.
Why get a neuropsychological assessment?
A neuropsychological assessment provides specific, clinical information about individual development, social cognition, psychological functioning, and behavioral characteristics. When there is a question or concern about an individual’s development, social skills, or ability to tolerate stress and effectively adapt to life circumstances, an assessment can provide accurate, insightful information and inform appropriate planning and prioritization for intervention and support.
How do I start an assessment at CAAT?
To start an assessment at CAAT, call our office to speak with an administrator. They will gather basic information and schedule a free intake call with CAAT’s client services liaison. This intake call usually lasts about 20 minutes. During the call, we learn more about your needs, explain our services and fees, and help connect you with the right clinician.
The assessment process usually includes several appointments. First, we complete a clinical interview with the client, parents, or other close contacts. Then, the client comes to our office for in-person testing using specific test protocols and diagnostic measures. We may also gather input from parents, teachers, or other providers. Finally, we hold a feedback session to review results, discuss clinical findings or diagnoses, and recommend treatment options. A written report with findings, diagnoses, and a treatment plan is typically sent within six weeks of the feedback appointment.
Evaluation appointments usually begin six to ten weeks after the intake call. Developmental assessments for children under the age of four may begin within three to six weeks.
Assessment fees vary based on the services and testing needed. CAAT is an out-of-network provider and does not accept payment from insurance companies. After payment, CAAT provides a superbill that clients may submit for eligible reimbursement. For pre-authorization, CAAT can provide procedure codes, though insurers often ask the referring provider to submit the request.