There are three steps to the evaluation.
1. Parent/Guardian Interview
The first step is a parent-only (or guardian-only) interview with the psychologist. A member of our diagnostic team will meet with the parent/guardian either via telehealth or in our office to go over the child’s history and your current concerns.
Depending on the family’s location, the parent/guardian interview will either occur on the same day, or approximately 1 week prior to the in-person evaluation (step 2).
2. Evaluation with the child
The second step is an in-person testing session at one of our diagnostic offices. A parent or guardian needs to be present along with the child for this session.
The session will last approximately 2 hours, and sometimes a second session is needed if the child becomes too tired or if a lot of tests are necessary to find the accurate diagnosis.
3. Feedback Session
The final step is a feedback session between the parent/guardian and a member of our diagnostic team. Our team will provide support in deciding whether the child needs to be present for this session, which usually depends on the child’s age.
The feedback session is held via telehealth or in-person. During this appointment, our team will review the results of the testing, any diagnosis that is made, and the recommendations for the child.
If the child is recommended to begin Applied Behavior Therapy (ABA) therapy, our team will discuss recommendations for home, clinic, school, and community services.
Behavioral Framework is committed to upholding the highest standards and delivering exceptional quality ABA and diagnostic services to every client served.
