If your child is having difficulty with reading, writing, mathematics, attention, or completing schoolwork, a psychoeducational or psychological assessment can help identify the underlying reasons. An assessment provides a clear picture of your child's learning profile, strengths, and areas of need, and leads to practical recommendations for school support, accommodations, and educational planning.

ADHD and learning disabilities can look similar and often occur together. A comprehensive psychological assessment is the most reliable way to distinguish between them and understand how they may be affecting your child's learning and daily functioning. An assessment also helps rule out other factors that may be contributing to the difficulties you are observing.

Yes. Adults who have struggled with attention, organization, memory, or learning throughout their lives may benefit significantly from a psychological assessment. A diagnosis in adulthood can bring clarity, access to workplace accommodations, and a better understanding of lifelong patterns.

A psychoeducational assessment focuses primarily on learning, academic functioning, and cognitive abilities, and is often used to support school accommodations or educational planning. A psychological assessment is broader and may also include evaluation of emotional, behavioural, and developmental functioning. In many cases the two overlap, and the appropriate scope is determined during an initial consultation based on your specific concerns.

Yes. Psychological assessments of parents are conducted in the context of custody and access matters, either through a court order or by direct referral. A parenting evaluation provides an objective, evidence-based assessment of a parent's psychological functioning and parenting capacity. If you are involved in family law proceedings and are considering this option, the first step is to contact the office to arrange a consultation to discuss your situation and determine the most appropriate pathway.

A parenting capacity assessment is a psychological evaluation that examines a parent's ability to meet the emotional, developmental, and practical needs of their child. These assessments are commonly requested by courts, lawyers, or child welfare professionals in the context of custody disputes or child protection matters. They may be court-ordered under Section 30 of the Children's Law Reform Act, or arranged directly through legal counsel or the parties involved.

Referrals from legal counsel, physicians, educators, and other professionals are welcomed. Please contact the office by phone or email to discuss the nature of the referral and the most appropriate evaluation pathway. A consultation will be arranged to clarify the scope and process before assessment proceeds.