A psychoeducational evaluation determines if your child has a learning disability or other issues that negatively impact his or her ability to learn. It assesses the child's cognitive (i.e. intellectual) abilities, academic achievement levels, information processing abilities, and general emotional and behavioral issues. These evaluations usually measure emotional/behavioral functioning and their impact on the child's academic success.

A psychological evaluation may or may not include a measurement of academic performance and rather the focus is on other areas, such as information processing, attentional levels, or emotional state. If there are learning difficulties, it is advisable to include a measure of academic achievement.

Dr. Avila’s evaluations are designed to answer questions such as these:

• What are your child’s strengths?

• What support would your child benefit from in school and outside of school?

• What are your child’s challenges/why is school difficult?

• What are next steps to best support your child?

• What is your child’s emotional state?