Psychoeducational evaluations and neuropsychological evaluations often use many of the same evidence-based assessment tools and share the goal of understanding a child’s strengths, challenges, and learning needs. At Threadline, evaluations include comprehensive assessment of cognitive abilities, academic achievement, attention, executive functioning, memory, processing skills, and social-emotional functioning, using the same gold-standard assessment batteries commonly utilized in school psychology and neuropsychological practice.

The primary difference is the focus of the evaluation. Psychoeducational evaluations are designed to answer school-related questions about learning, attention, academic performance, and educational planning. They help families and schools better understand how a student learns and identify appropriate supports, accommodations, interventions, and educational services.

Neuropsychological evaluations are often broader in medical or neurological scope and may be recommended when there are complex developmental, neurological, genetic, or medical concerns that require specialized assessment. When that level of assessment is indicated, clients may be referred to a licensed neuropsychologist. 

When appropriate, evaluations may include DSM-5 diagnostic impressions and discussion of how findings relate to Massachusetts special education disability categories. Families may choose to share the evaluation with their child’s school to support discussions regarding interventions, 504 Plans, or special education eligibility. Final eligibility decisions are made by the school team.

Yes. Many families pursue a psychoeducational evaluation so they can better understand their child’s learning profile and share clear, organized information with the school team. 

Families may choose to share the evaluation with their child’s school to support discussions regarding interventions, 504 Plans, or special education eligibility. Final eligibility decisions are made by the school team.

Threadline's Social-Emotional Enrichment Programs are designed for children who are ready to participate in a collaborative small-group experience focused on building confidence, friendships, emotional awareness, and resilience. While every child has unique strengths and needs, these groups are intended as enrichment experiences and are not a substitute for individualized therapeutic, behavioral, or specialized educational services.

Groups are thoughtfully formed based on age, developmental readiness, and each child's social-emotional goals. Because the focus is on shared learning and peer interaction, it's important that each child is able to participate safely and independently in a small-group setting. If additional supports are needed, I'll gladly help families determine whether a Threadline group is the right fit or discuss other appropriate resources.

No, for psychoeducational evaluations, a 50% non-refundable deposit is due when we meet for our 60-minute parent consultation. The remaining 50% is due on the date of the evaluation. I accept only cash or check for psychoeducational evaluations.

For SEL groups and consultation services, I accept Venmo (preferred) or credit card.