Neuropsychological Evaluations for Children & Teens in NY
When school isn’t giving you the full picture, a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation can uncover “why” your child is struggling and what will actually help
Dr. Courtney Duhning, Psy.D., ABNSP
Board-Certified Pediatric Neuropsychologist
Serving families across Long Island
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.
Good grades do not always mean everything is okay.
Does This Sound Familiar?
“I know my child is smart, but school shouldn’t be this hard”
“Homework takes forever and ends in meltdowns.”
“They understand it when we talk about it, but can’t show it on paper.”
“I’m tired of being told to just wait and see.”
“I don’t know if this is ADHD, anxiety, or a learning disability.”
“They get AIS reading but not making progress.”
If this feels familiar, you are not overreacting.
There may be a reason things feel harder than they should.
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, ADHD, anxiety, executive functioning, or processing weaknesses are misunderstood, even well-intentioned support can not be the most effective.
“Wait and see” is not always a neutral plan.
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.
What an Evaluation Can Clarify
I frequently work with children and adolescents who are experiencing concerns related to:
• 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.
Families searching for neuropsychological evaluations on Long Island for ADHD, processing, memory, dyslexia, or learning disabilities are welcome to schedule a free phone consultation.
Why Families Choose Duhning Psychological Services
1. A deeper understanding — not just scores
Your child is more than a list of test results. A comprehensive evaluation helps explain how they learn, where they are getting stuck, and why things may feel harder than they should.
2. Clarity when things still do not add up
When a child seems bright but is still struggling, families are often left with more questions than answers. The goal is to provide clear, meaningful diagnostic understanding — not more confusion.
3. Recommendations that actually help
You leave with specific next steps for home, school, and intervention planning — so you know what to do next, not just what the scores say.
4. A thoughtful, individualized experience
This is not a rushed or one-size-fits-all process. Every evaluation is tailored to your child, with care taken to understand the full picture.
What Parents Walk Away With After The Evaluation
A clear explanation of why their child is struggling
Language to advocate confidently with teachers and school teams
Specific next steps instead of late-night Googling
Thoughtful recommendations for school supports (IEP or 504 when appropriate)
You leave with understanding, not uncertainty.
You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out.
A consultation can help you:
talk through your concerns
ask questions about the process
determine whether a neuropsychological evaluation would be helpful for your child
decide whether this feels like the right fit
Not Sure If This Is the Right Next Step?
There is no pressure to commit before you feel ready.
Specialized Therapy Services
In addition to neuropsychological evaluations, Dr. Duhning also provides specialized, evidence-based therapy for:
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