When your child is bright, but something isn’t adding up at school.
You’ve tried to get answers.
But things still don’t fully make sense.
Comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, memory, and learning challenges on Long Island so you can finally understand what’s going on and what to do next.
Dr. Courtney Duhning, Psy.D., ABSNP, NCSP
Board-Certified Pediatric Neuropsychologist
Serving families across Long Island & Queens
From intake to report, most evaluations are completed within approximately 4 weeks.
Good grades do not always mean everything is okay.
This is one of the most common reasons families reach out.
Many children who need support are not failing.
They are Coping. Compensating. Overworking.
Holding it together at school and falling apart at home.
A child can “look fine” on paper, while still significantly struggling beneath the surface.
A Comprehensive Neuropsychological Evaluation Provides Answers
ADHD Evaluations
Comprehensive assessment of attention, focus, impulsivity, working memory, and self-regulation to determine whether ADHD or executive functioning difficulties are present.
Helping families on Long Island (Manhasset, Roslyn, Syosset, Oyster Bay, RVC, Mineola, Smithtown, Commack, and surrounding areas) and Queens
Language/Communication Evaluations
Evaluation of expressive/receptive language, comprehension, and higher-order communication skills that impact academic learning and social interaction.
Learning Disability Evaluations
We evaluate for:
Social-Emotional & Behavioral Evaluations
Assessment of anxiety, mood, emotional regulation, behavior, and social functioning to better understand how psychological factors impact daily life and school performance.
Diagnostic Clarity
Many children and adolescents present with complex profiles that do not fit neatly into a single diagnosis.
This provides integrated diagnostic understanding when prior evaluations have been inconclusive.
Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs)
Comprehensive, school-focused neuropsychological assessments conducted for educational planning, eligibility determination, and to inform IEP or 504 services. Learn more about the IEE process
The right intervention starts with the right understanding.
Too often, children receive support before anyone has clearly identified what type of support they actually need.
A child can receive tutoring, accommodations, or intervention and still continue to struggle if the underlying issue has not been fully understood.
When concerns like dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ADHD, anxiety, executive functioning, or processing weaknesses are misunderstood, even well-intentioned support can not be the most effective.
At this point, most families are not looking for more opinions.
They’re looking for clear answers.
“Wait and see” is not always a good idea
When a child is already struggling, prolonged uncertainty can affect far more than academics.
It can impact: confidence, motivation, anxiety, school performance, social life, family stress, and how a child begins to see themselves
The earlier the underlying issue is understood, the sooner the right support can begin.
Why Families Choose Duhning Psychological Services
PRIVATE PAY | CLEAR ANSWERS | BETTER OUTCOMES
A private evaluation gives your child and family what insurance and school testing can’t.
“Why Is My Child Struggling When They’re Clearly Capable?”
“We Did School Testing… But Why Don’t We Have Clear Answers Yet?”
“We Need a More Comprehensive Evaluation Before Next School Year.”
“What Do We Actually Do Next?”
PRIVATE PAY MEANS MORE THAN CONVENIENCE
It allows for more time, more comprehensive testing, and faster answers — without the delays or limitations often associated with insurance — so you’re not left waiting months trying to understand what’s going on or what to do next.
INVEST IN CLARITY. INVEST IN YOUR CHILD.
Dr. Duhning takes a deeper look at how your child thinks, learns, and processes information to understand:
ADHD and attention difficulties
Dyslexia and reading challenges
Writing or math learning disabilities
Executive functioning weaknesses
Anxiety interfering with academic performance
Gifted students whose abilities are not reflected in grades
A comprehensive evaluation can help explain why your child is struggling and what support is likely to be most effective.
What Changes After an Evaluation
You finally understand why your child is struggling.
Clear understanding strengths and weaknesses
A diagnosis (if applicable)
Specific, actionable steps for school and home
You feel confident in advocating for services
Guidance for school support (i.e., IEP and 504 plans)
What to Expect
Free consultation to understand your concerns
2. Comprehensive testing sessions tailored to your child
3. Detailed report and feedback session with clear next steps
A More Complete Picture
School-based evaluations are often focused on eligibility for services.
A comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation goes further:
Identifying why your child is struggling
Understanding how different factors interact
Providing a roadmap you can actually use
Dr. Courtney Duhning
In addition to being a licensed psychologist and board-certified pediatric neuropsychologist, I am a nationally certified school psychologist. I have extensive experience working within the school system including participating in and leading CSE and 504 meetings.
This means your child’s results are not just accurate; they are translated into recommendations that schools understand and are more likely to implement.
Families often come in after feeling dismissed or told to “wait and see.” This evaluation is designed to provide clear answers and a plan you can actually use.
Timely scheduling and efficient turnaround because families shouldn’t have to wait months for answers.
Specialized Therapy Services
In addition to neuropsychological evaluations, Dr. Duhning also provides specialized, evidence-based therapy for OCD and Emetophobia
OCD Treatment (ERP)
Evidence-based therapy to reduce compulsions and decrease anxiety about irrational thoughts
Emetophobia Treatment
Specialized exposure-based therapy for fear of vomiting