We provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations to obtain diagnostic clarification and recommendations for treatment. All evaluations are individualized to the child and involve collaboration with parents, teachers, therapists, and other important caregivers. 

Our Mission

We aim to empower families to advocate for their children, and to empower children to advocate for themselves. Understanding one’s particular strengths and weaknesses help us do that.

COMMON PRESENTING CONCERNS

• Attention problems

• Overactivity or impulsivity

• Learning difficulties

• Emotional or behavioral dysregulation

• Executive functioning weaknesses

• Struggles interacting with peers or maintaining friendships

• Memory complaints

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Trouble adjusting to recent stressors

• History of neurologic conditions such as epilepsy, spina bifida, hydrocephalus, brain tumor, tuberous sclerosis, cerebral palsy

• Other medical conditions such as traumatic brain injury/concussion, prenatal exposure to substances, or prematurity

the process

Our comprehensive evaluations involve:

• Clinical interview with parents and/or guardians

• Review of relevant records and behavioral questionnaires

• Administration and scoring of neuropsychological tests

• Provision of preliminary test results and recommendations in a feedback session

• A concise written report

Results of testing are interpreted within the context of relevant background information, results of behavioral questionnaires completed by parents and/or teachers, qualitative behavioral observations seen on the day of testing, and standardized age-based norms.

Tests are selected based on the child’s age, the reason for referral, and their unique background characteristics. Tests assess a variety of domains, including intellectual abilities, academic achievement, language, memory, attention, executive functioning, visual-spatial/visual-perceptual skills, and motor functions. Several methods are utilized to measure social, emotional, and behavioral functioning.

Duration of testing varies; however, testing typically ranges from 2 to 4 hours in length. If testing continues into the afternoon, there will be an hour-long lunch break at noon, and the child will be offered small breaks as needed.

The full evaluation takes place over the course of a single day. Written reports are provided within 2-3 weeks of the day of testing.

Preparing for your visit

You will be emailed paperwork (via our electronic medical record system, Simple Practice) when the appointment is scheduled. Please review consent forms carefully prior to signing. Complete the background questionnaire as thoroughly as possible and in a timely manner so that it can be reviewed prior to your appointment. You may also be emailed links to behavioral questionnaires prior to your testing date, which may include rating scales for parent, teacher, and/or child to complete.

Please bring all medical records, school records (IEP, 504 plan), previous neuropsychological or psychological evaluation reports, and other important records. You may also upload these records to Simple Practice or fax them (651-925-0595).

Plan to stay for the duration of the day. Appointments begin at 9:00 am and start with a brief conversation between Dr. Reger and parents. Testing will then proceed with your child. Parents may remain in the waiting room during testing where there is comfortable seating and Wi-Fi. Your child will have breaks throughout the day and be offered snacks, water, and bathroom breaks as needed. Let us know if there are any dietary restrictions. When testing is complete, parents will be given the option to discuss test results and recommendations in-person or virtually after a break.