Neuropsychological Evaluations for Children & Teens
Get clear answers when your child is struggling—even if school testing says everything is “average.”
✔ Private-pay comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations
✔ Clear answers in ~4 weeks
✔ Designed for high-functioning students who are still struggling
Dr. Courtney Duhning, Psy.D., ABSNP, NCSP
Board-Certified Pediatric Neuropsychologist
Serving families across Long Island & Queens
Limited summer availability.
This is usually when families call
Not when things are failing— but when something feels off.
Your child is bright, but writing is unusually hard
Homework takes hours, even though they understand the material
Teachers say “they’re doing fine,” but you know they’re working twice as hard
You’re hearing different things from school, tutors, and your own instincts
You need clarity before middle school, high school, or testing accommodations
This is where most families start.
School testing can be helpful but it often:
Focuses on eligibility rather than understanding
Misses subtle learning differences
Doesn’t explain why things are difficult
Private evaluation allows for:
A more detailed, individualized understanding
Clear, actionable recommendations
A faster, more responsive process
See the difference:
School Testing vs. Private Neuropsychological Evaluation
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.
What We Will Actually Figure Out
Not just what your child is doing—
but why it’s happening
We look closely at:
Attention and executive functioning
Cognitive efficiency (how hard your child is working to keep up)
Emotional factors that may be masking or compounding difficulties
Learn more about the evaluation process
Learning Differences That Are Often Missed
Many of the children I work with:
Read well enough, but struggle with deeper comprehension
Write far below their verbal ability
Perform inconsistently across subjects
Appear “average” in school, but are working significantly harder than peers
These patterns often reflect:
Explore learning differences in more detail
At this point, most families are not looking for more opinions.
They’re looking for clear answers.
We move at a pace that allows for accuracy—not shortcuts.
Consultation
We clarify your concerns and determine fit
Testing
Structured, one-on-one sessions
Analysis
Careful integration of all data
Feedback
Clear explanation and next steps
You leave with clarity—not just a report.
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)
Location
Dr. Duhning specializes in neuropsychological evaluations for kids and teens across Long Island, including the North Shore, as well as select families from Queens.
Timely scheduling and efficient turnaround because families shouldn’t have to wait months for answers. Dr. Duhning offers a 4 week turn around time.
Dr. Courtney Duhning, a pediatric neuropsychologist specializing in helping families understand complex learning and attention profiles in children who don’t always fit neatly into standard categories.
My work focuses on clarity, precision, and practical recommendations that can actually be used.
Planning Ahead for the School Year
Summer allows time to complete an evaluation thoughtfully and begin the next school year with a clear plan in place.
Availability is limited.