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Your child is smart.You know it.

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Their teachers know it. Deep down, they know it too.

 

So why are they struggling?

 

Why does homework take so long? Why are grades lower than expected? Why do they seem capable of so much more than they're actually producing? How much should you push them? How much can you reasonably expect? What kind of help do they really need? What kind of future will they have?

 

I understand these questions personally.

 

I was accepted to Wesleyan University in 1989 but I eventually had to drop out because something was wrong. I didn’t know what. It felt so awful. People asked why I left school, and what could I say? I assumed I had some character flaw- that I was lazy or stupid or crazy. I felt guilty, embarrassed, and ashamed.

 

Years later, finally getting better answers changed my life. I didn’t know I had ADHD and an executive functioning learning disorder!

 

They also changed my relationship with my son. I want the best for him, so I pushed. And he pushed back. But when I evaluated him and got a better understanding of how his mind works, I saw someone who was genuinely trying but facing challenges that weren't obvious to us or his teachers.

 

That changed everything.

 

One of the most valuable things an evaluation can provide isn't a diagnosis. It's understanding. When you understand how someone thinks, learns, and experiences the world, you can stop guessing. You can stop blaming. You can stop wondering whether they're simply not trying hard enough. And now we get along much better!

 

I specialize in comprehensive evaluations for ADHD, learning disabilities, academic accommodations, and related concerns for high school students, college students, and adults. My assessments go beyond checking boxes and often include personality testing that can provide valuable insights into motivation, emotional functioning, and obstacles that may be affecting performance. I consider the whole person.

 

Many families come to me because they need documentation for accommodations. That's important. But what often matters even more is finally understanding what's been getting in the way and having a realistic plan for moving forward.

 

By the way, I am not interested in blaming parents. I think psychology has done too much of that already. My goal is to help families understand what's happening, answer difficult questions, and provide practical recommendations that can make a real difference for your student’s future success and wellbeing.

 

My office is located near the UConn Storrs area. I serve adolescents and adults throughout Southern New England.Comprehensive evaluations are currently $4,000. There is not much of a wait, like there is at testing centers. Sorry, but I do not accept insurance.