Level Up Wellness Group

Psychoeducational Assessments (Children and Teens)

Empowering Families Through Understanding (Children and Teens)

Identify Strengths, Address Challenges: Psychoeducational Assessments for Children

At Level Up Wellness Group, we understand that every child’s learning journey is unique. Psychoeducational assessments are a powerful tool that helps us identify the strengths and challenges your child may face in their educational environment. Our goal is to provide families with a clear understanding of their child’s cognitive, academic, and emotional needs, enabling tailored support that fosters success both in and out of the classroom. Our team consists of individuals who have been previous members of the teaching profession and can also support you with individualized program planning (IPP). 

Who Benefits from a Psychoeducational Assessment?

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Children struggling academically

If your child is having difficulty keeping up with their peers in reading, writing, or math, a psychoeducational assessment can uncover underlying issues such as learning disabilities or cognitive delays. We can identify strengths and weaknesses in cognitive and academic areas, helping to develop targeted interventions.

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Parents seeking answers

For families noticing signs of ADHD, dyslexia, or other learning differences, an assessment provides crucial insights and a pathway to appropriate interventions.

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Students requiring accommodations

Whether your child is in elementary school or preparing for college, psychoeducational assessments can document the need for accommodations such as extended test time or specialized instruction, ensuring they have the support they need to thrive.

Additional Signs That a Psychoeducational Assessment Is Needed

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Inconsistent Academic Performance

If your child exhibits strong abilities in some areas but struggles significantly in others, this could indicate a specific learning disability or other cognitive issues that a psychoeducational assessment can help identify.

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Behavioral Issues at School

Persistent behavior problems, such as frequent disruptions, refusal to complete tasks, or withdrawal from social interactions, can sometimes be linked to underlying learning challenges or emotional difficulties.

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Difficulty Following Instructions or Staying Organized

Children who have trouble understanding or remembering multi-step instructions, or who struggle with organization and time management, may benefit from an assessment to determine if ADHD or executive functioning deficits are present.

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Emotional Distress Related to School

If your child expresses anxiety, frustration, or sadness related to schoolwork or social interactions at school, it may be a sign that they are struggling with an undiagnosed learning issue.

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Regression or Plateau in Academic Skills

A sudden drop in academic performance or a noticeable lack of progress over time could indicate a learning difficulty that a psychoeducational assessment can help uncover.

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Speech and Language Delays

Delays in speech and language development can impact reading, writing, and overall communication skills, making an assessment crucial for identifying the best interventions.

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Difficulty with Motor Skills

Challenges with fine or gross motor skills, such as handwriting difficulties or clumsiness, may suggest developmental coordination disorder or other issues that a psychoeducational assessment can address.

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Identifying Giftedness and the Need for an Enriched Environment

1. Advanced Cognitive Abilities

If your child demonstrates an exceptional ability to learn quickly, solve complex problems, or think critically beyond their age level, a psychoeducational assessment can help determine if they are gifted.

2. Early Reading and Language Skills

Children who learn to read independently at an early age or show a strong command of language, including a rich vocabulary and complex sentence structure, may benefit from an assessment to confirm giftedness.

3. Unusual Curiosity and Intensity

A high level of curiosity, intense focus on specific interests, or a need for mental stimulation can be signs of giftedness. An assessment can help determine if your child requires more challenging and enriched educational experiences.

4. Creative Problem-Solving

If your child consistently comes up with unique solutions to problems, demonstrates out-of-the-box thinking, or excels in creative tasks like art or writing, they may be gifted and need an environment that nurtures their creativity.

5. Emotional Sensitivity and Awareness

Gifted children often display heightened emotional sensitivity, empathy, or moral reasoning beyond their years. Identifying this through an assessment can help ensure they receive appropriate social and emotional support.

6. Asynchronous Development

Gifted children may develop cognitively at a much faster pace than they do socially or emotionally. This mismatch, known as asynchronous development, can cause challenges that an assessment can help address by identifying the need for differentiated instruction.

7. Need for Challenge and Stimulation

If your child frequently expresses boredom in school, finishes tasks quickly, or seeks out complex topics on their own, a psychoeducational assessment can confirm if they would benefit from an enriched learning environment or advanced educational placement.

What Does a Psychoeducational Assessment Involve?

Our comprehensive assessments are designed to provide a holistic view of your child’s learning profile:

  • Cognitive Testing: We evaluate your child’s thinking and problem-solving abilities using standardized tests like the WISC-V, which help us understand their intellectual strengths and areas for growth.
  • Academic Achievement Testing: Tools like the WIAT-4 measure your child’s skills in reading, writing, math, and oral language, comparing their performance to peers at the same grade level.
  • Behavioral and Emotional Assessments: Understanding your child’s emotional wellbeing is crucial. We use parent and teacher questionnaires, along with observations, to assess behavioral patterns and social-emotional development.
  • Personalized Feedback: After the assessment, we provide a detailed report and meet with you to discuss the results. We explain what the findings mean for your child’s educational journey and recommend strategies and interventions tailored to their needs.
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When Should You Consider a Psychoeducational Assessment?

  • Early Signs of Struggle: The earlier we identify learning challenges, the sooner we can intervene. If your child is in elementary school and you notice ongoing difficulties in keeping up with classmates, it’s time to explore an assessment.
  • Transition Points: Significant transitions, such as moving from elementary to middle school, or preparing for college, can be challenging for students with learning differences. An assessment before these transitions can ensure that your child has the necessary support.
  • Requesting Accommodations: If your child requires accommodations for standardized tests like the SAT, ACT, or professional licensing exams, a psychoeducational assessment provides the documentation needed to secure these supports.

Affordable, Flexible, and Professional Options at Level Up Wellness Group

Starting January 2025

At Level Up Wellness Group, we are committed to providing high-quality, accessible psychoeducational assessments to help you or your child succeed. Starting in January 2025, we are excited to offer four service options designed to meet your needs, budget, and level of care required.

Our New Assessment Options

  • Student/Intern-Led Assessments Starting at $1,500.00

    Who provides this service? Assessments are conducted by non-registered clinicians or Canadian Certified Counsellors (CCC) under the close supervision of Dr. Melody Morin, Registered Psychologist .
    Best for: Individuals seeking an affordable entry-level assessment option.
    Insurance: Not eligible for insurance claims.

  • Provisional Psychologist-Led Assessments Starting at $2,000.00

    Who provides this service? Provisional Psychologists who are refining their skills, supervised by Dr. Melody Morin to ensure quality.
    Best for: Clients seeking a mid-tier option with insurance claim possibilities.
    Insurance: May be claimable under your extended healthcare plan.

  • Registered Psychologist-Led Assessments Starting at $3,000.00

    Who provides this service? Licensed Registered Psychologists with specialized training in psychoeducational assessments.
    Best for: Clients needing reliable, professional assessments for education or mental health planning.
    Insurance: Eligible for most insurance plans.

  • Ph.D.-Level Psychologist-Led Assessments Starting at $4,000.00

    Who provides this service? Ph.D.-level Psychologists with advanced doctoral degrees and expertise in complex evaluations.
    Best for: Individuals requiring highly specialized or complex assessments.
    Insurance: Eligible for most insurance plans.

Are payment plans available?
Yes! We offer third-party financing to make psychoeducational assessments affordable and accessible for all.

Why Choose Level Up Wellness Group?

  • Customized Service Levels: Choose the option that suits your needs and budget.
  • Practical Recommendations: Receive a detailed, easy-to-understand report with actionable next steps.
  • Flexible Financing: Third-party financing options are available to help make assessments more accessible.
  • Expertise and Compassion: Our team of experienced psychologists and specialists are dedicated to understanding your child’s unique needs. We approach each assessment with the compassion and care that every family deserves.
  • Ongoing Collaboration: At Level Up Wellness Group, we believe in building long-term partnerships with families. We offer follow-up consultations, resources, and ongoing support to help your child succeed at every stage of their educational journey.
  • Comprehensive Assessments: We want to leave no stone un-turned and we want to identify the root of the cause to support you and your child. Our assessments are time-consuming and involve information from parents, teachers, possible school or daycare observation and other clinical data. Our team wants to ensure that we understand the cause or causes of your child’s struggles. 

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