When your child is bright, but something isn’t adding up at school.
Dr. Courtney Duhning specializes in neuropsychological assessments for children and adolescents using a comprehensive, individualized approach to tailor each assessment to your child’s unique strengths and challenges. Beyond diagnosis, we offer clear guidance and recommendations to help children with learning differences grow, build confidence, and thrive.
Dr. Courtney Duhning, Psy.D., ABSNP, NCSP
Board-Certified Pediatric Neuropsychologist
Serving families across Long Island & Queens
We’ll help you determine if this is the right next step—no pressure.
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 and attention difficulties
Dyslexia and reading challenges
Writing or math learning disabilities
Executive functioning weaknesses
Social-emotional concerns 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 supports are likely to be most effective.
Helping families on Long Island (Manhasset, Roslyn, Syosset, Oyster Bay, RVC, Mineola, Smithtown, Commack, and surrounding areas) and Queens
At this point, most families are not looking for more opinions.
They’re looking for clear answers.
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.
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.
“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.
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
1. 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. 4 week turn around time.
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