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Specializing in pediatric neuropsychological & autism evaluations
Learning Disabilities ADHD Trauma/Attachment Giftedness Twice Exceptional + More
Autism evaluations including ‘subtle but significant’ autistic traits, high masking, and autistic girls
Why Developmental Discoveries?
A focus on building strengths, understanding, and connection
Licensed psychologists conduct your child’s testing
The flexibility to complete real-world observations at school or home
Child-friendly feedback, in their language, with a personalized book
User-friendly reports, provided in a timely manner
30+ combined years in the autistic community
Special interest & experience in niche areas of child development
A space for parental grief & frustration without judgment
Our Vision
Providing knowledge, improving understanding, and increasing compassion.
A child who is better understood is better supported. Our tailored evaluation process discovers how your child is thinking, learning, and processing their world. With knowledge of your child’s unique strengths and challenges, we create a plan to support their development & help them thrive.
Our Process
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Gather Background Information
Interview caregivers
Collect relevant medical, educational, and therapy records
Consult with child’s other providers
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Complete Testing Appointments
Greet child in a welcoming environment
Use evidence-based measures
Observe the child’s process
Observe young children in their natural setting
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Provide Feedback
Discuss findings with caregivers in a conversational style
Share what we are discovering about your child’s development & needs
Map out a plan for the next steps to support your child & family
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Provide a Report
Reader-friendly & written in plain English. Here is an example template.
Conveys results in a humanized manner
Includes background information, evaluation findings, child observations, and recommendations
"This was extraordinarily comprehensive and I really admire and am grateful for the astute observations you were able to make of [our child] in the time you had together." - Parent
"This was extraordinarily comprehensive and I really admire and am grateful for the astute observations you were able to make of [our child] in the time you had together." - Parent
"I feel so hopeful about a positive path forward for us thanks to your guidance." - Parent
"I feel so hopeful about a positive path forward for us thanks to your guidance." - Parent
“The report was extremely helpful! It feels like 100 pounds has been lifted off my shoulders” - Parent
“The report was extremely helpful! It feels like 100 pounds has been lifted off my shoulders” - Parent
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