AGES 5+
Diagnostic
Evaluations
Online and in person for
Texas
Clarity is the first step toward meaningful change.
When you’ve been struggling with focus, emotions, relationships, learning, or patterns that never seem to fully shift, it can be exhausting trying to understand what’s actually going on underneath it all.
My evaluations go beyond surface-level checklists or quick labels. Using a trauma-informed and whole-person approach, the goal is to better understand the full picture including mental health, neurodevelopment, nervous system patterns, learning differences, and the experiences that may be shaping how you function, cope, and move through the world.
I specialize in identifying and understanding:
MY APPROACH
A Whole-Person, Trauma-Informed Approach
Unlike brief screenings or “one-size-fits-all” evaluations, my assessments are comprehensive, relational, and context-aware. This means I consider:
Your personal, cultural, and family background
Education and work history
Medical and mental health history
Impact of trauma, moral injury, burnout, or chronic stress
Environmental and systemic factors that may contribute to challenges
Our Evaluation Process
Your evaluation is a collaborative journey, and may include:
01. Clinical Interview(s)
In-depth conversations to hear your experiences, symptoms, and concerns in your own words.
02. Standardized Assessments
Evidence-based tools for accurate and reliable results.
03. Behavioral & Emotional Questionnaires
Self-report measures and, when helpful, collateral input from family or colleagues.
04. Records Review
School transcripts, medical history, prior testing, or legal/occupational documents.
05. Collateral Interviews (optional)
With permission, conversations with family members, educators, or healthcare providers to gain additional perspectives.
06. Receive Your Comprehensive Report
Every evaluation results in a detailed, plain-language written report that is clear, strengths-based, actionable and applicable.
Findings and diagnostic impressions explained without jargon
Highlighting capabilities and protective factors alongside challenges
Specific recommendations tailored to your needs, environment, and goals
Can be used to inform therapy, coordinate medical care, request school or workplace accommodations (IEP/504), assist in legal proceedings, or guide personal development
Why an Evaluation Matters
A diagnosis isn’t a life sentence, it’s a map. Understanding why you experience certain challenges can open doors to the right resources, strategies, and supports. For many, a comprehensive evaluation brings relief, validation, and a sense of being truly seen for the first time.
I don’t just hand you a report and send you on your way. If you choose, we can also:
Review your results together in detail, ensuring you feel confident in understanding them
Discuss next steps for therapy, coaching, or medical care
Provide referrals to trusted professionals and services
Offer follow-up consultations as you integrate new supports into your life
Whether you’re seeking clarity for yourself, your child, or as part of legal, educational, or occupational needs, my goal is to make the process respectful, thorough, and empowering.
You deserve answers and a path forward that reflects your strengths, values, and story.
“Diagnosis should be the beginning of the conversation, not the end." — Thomas Insel, M.D.
In my work, a diagnosis is a roadmap not a definition of who you are.