Mental Health Assessments
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Developmental Assessment
ASD Diagnostic Assessment
Psycho-Educational Assessment
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What is a Mental Health Assessment?
For children ages 2-12
This assessment is for children with mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, or disruptive behaviours that may be masking a mental health concern. The assessment will consider complex relationships of development, mental health, challenges to forming attachment, the role of physical health (such as sleep), in addition to cognitive and adaptive skills.
Caregivers may request an assessment due to concern for how a child is coping socially, emotionally, behaviourally, or following a stressful event.
The structure of the assessment will be discussed with the caregiver, based on the age and needs of the child.
How does the Assessment work?
Each of the in-clinic portions last 2-3 hours at the office. We recommend you bring a small snack and water bottle for your child.
This also includes a standardized online questionnaire and a virtual meeting with the Psychologist.
Following this, a report and recommendations will be shared with the legal guardian/client. Copies of the report can be shared with third parties with consent, as requested.
What to do in order to prepare for the Assessment:
It is recommended to talk to your child in order to help them understand and prepare for the assessment.
Here is one way to go about explaining the assessment:
“This is a time to better understand how you learn, how you best interact with others, and how to work on feelings and behaviours that sometimes get in the way of being our best selves. Your job is just to do your best with [Psychologist’s Name], and if something is tricky, let [Psychologist’s Name] know so you can work together to figure out why!”
By using your child’s language (“we want to help you so listening/math/karate isn’t so boring”; “we want to work to help you with your big emotions”) you affirm for them that their problem is important and we want to help them with it.
Not quite sure what assessment is appropriate for your child or you have multiple concerns for your child? We can schedule you a Consultation with our Psychologist to discuss the current concerns and look at appropriate assessments and resources for your child.
Other Psychology Services
Developmental Assessment
ASD Diagnostic Assessment
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How it Works
Our process ensures that our team follows best practices for each child and their families, every single time. Although we follow a standard process, the help and care that your child receives will be as unique as they are.
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Process
Step 1 - Intake
Step 2 - In-clinic Assessment
Step 3 - Virtual Meeting
Step 4 - Next Steps/Therapy
Fee Schedule for Psychology
Please review the fees for the selected services. Prices are subject to change. For the most up-to-date pricing information, visit this page or see our online booking page.
Autism Assessment (ASD) - Preschooler
Autism Assessment (ASD) - School Aged
Developmental Assessment - Developmental Delays and Adaptive Behaviour Concerns
Mental Health Assessment - including Cognitive, Social, Emotional and Behavioural Health
Psycho-Educational Assessment - Ages 8+
Consultation, 1 Hour (Virtual) - Plus Accompanying Report
Consultation for Children (Under 8) with Education Concerns, 1 Hour (Virtual)
New Clients / Questions
To book an initial assessment or ask a question, fill out the form below, and we’ll get back to you within 24-48 business hours.
If you’re an existing client with a question, please reach out via email or call the office.
