Avoid mentioning that they are attending a Gifted Assessment instead say: “We are going to do a study to help us figure out ways to make school more interesting for you” Explain the process in a simple manner they understand. Our Team will provide material to help you navigate this. The day before scheduled testing […]
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At the end of the Gifted Assessment process a Diagnosis may or may not be given. Each child is unique, and not every client will meet criteria for a Gifted Diagnosis. We strive to offer the necessary support and interventions to help each child reach their full potential, regardless of a formal diagnosis.
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This program is for kids and adolescents between the ages of 7 to 17 years old.
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Yes, Parents or Guardians are involved in the Gifted Assessment Process. One Parent or Guardian is required to be present during the Clinical Interview and Feedback Appointment. Your Child is not required to be present during these Appointments. Your child’s direct testing session will be completed one-on-one with a member of our Assessment Team. During
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The typical turnaround time for a Gifted Assessment can vary depending on several factors, including the complexity of the Assessment, availability to complete live testing, the number of Tests Administered, and the Completion of Parent and Teacher Questionnaires. In general, the Turnaround Time can be around 4 weeks.
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Yes, our team consists of licensed and registered mental health professionals who have undergone specialized training to work with children and adolescents, ensuring that the treatment approach is tailored to your child’s specific developmental stage and needs. Our treatment modalities are rooted in evidence-based goal-oriented practices, ensuring effective treatment approaches for your child. We strive
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Biological Parents: both Parents are required to provide written consent regardless of marital/relationship status. Exception includes if one parent is able to provide legal documentation indicating sole decision-making authority regarding education and health decisions for the child. Primary Caregivers who are not Biological Parents: CAS, Foster, Adoptive Parents, Grandparents, or any other Family Member(s) who
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