Comprehensive Psychological & Neuropsychological Testing
We offer specialized, evidence -based evaluations tailored to your child’s specific needs.
Our Testing Services
Helping Children and Young Adults Thrive Through Expert and Comprehensive Assessments
At the Private Practice of Asal Houshiarnejad, PsyD, we specialize in comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations to help children, young adults, and their families better understand their unique strengths and challenges. Our goal is to provide clarity, support, and a plan to help each child thrive in their unique way.
Comprehensive Neuropsychological Evaluations
A neuropsychological evaluation is designed to comprehensively understand brain functions, cognition, learning, behavior, and social-emotional development. This evaluation is ideal for families seeking a deeper understanding of their child’s development to ensure they receive the appropriate interventions and support. By identifying the underlying factors contributing to a child’s challenges, neuropsychological testing provides a clear diagnosis and targeted recommendations for cognitive, academic, emotional, social, and behavioral support. The results help parents, educators, and healthcare providers develop individualized plans to improve learning strategies, emotional regulation, and overall well-being across home, social, and school settings. These evaluations are essential for children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing neurodevelopmental disorders, medical conditions, brain injuries, or learning difficulties.
A neuropsychological evaluation is particularly beneficial for identifying the following concerns:
Learning Disabilities (Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia)
ADHD & Executive Functioning Challenges
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) & Concussions
Memory, Processing Speed & Problem-Solving Issues
Social & Emotional Functioning (Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Trauma, PTSD)
Personality Functioning & Emotional Regulation
Psycho-diagnostic Evaluations
This evaluation is ideal for parents seeking to comprehensively understand their child’s emotional and behavioral challenges, ensuring they receive the right support and interventions. A psycho-diagnostic evaluation helps parents, educators, and mental health professionals create a targeted plan to support the child’s emotional growth, coping skills, and overall mental health. However, it does not assess cognitive, learning, or academic challenges, which can sometimes contribute to emotional and behavioral difficulties. If concerns about learning or cognitive functioning exist, a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation is strongly recommended.
A psycho-diagnostic evaluation is particularly beneficial for identifying the following concerns:
Anxiety, Depression & Mood Disorders
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) & Conduct Issues
Trauma & PTSD
Social & Emotional Struggles
Why Are Comprehensive Evaluations Needed?
Comprehensive evaluation services are essential for:
Diagnostic Clarity – Understanding the root cause of challenges
Treatment Planning – Developing a customized intervention approach
Educational Accommodations – Supporting IEPs and 504 Plans
Academic Progress Monitoring – Tracking learning development over time
Standardized Test Accommodations – Qualifying for extra time and special testing conditions
Common developmental disorders and medical conditions we assess include:
Learning Disabilities
ADHD
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Communication Disorders
Psychosis
Epilepsy
Concussion/TBI
Genetic Syndromes
Chronic Medical Conditions
Mood Disorders (i.e., Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, etc)
Why Choose Asal Houshiarnejad, PsyD?
Expert Clinicians – Highly trained neuropsychologists specializing in pediatric neuropsychological assessments
Comprehensive Reports – Clear, detailed recommendations for parents, schools, and therapists
Parent Support – Guidance on school accommodations, therapy, and next steps
Compassionate Care – A warm, child-friendly approach to testing