Neuropsychological Evaluations for Children Struggling in School
For families who know their child is capable—
but also know something isn’t fully adding up.
Comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations designed to provide clarity, direction, and meaningful answers.
✔ Approximately 4-week turnaround
✔ Thoughtful, individualized process
✔ Clear recommendations for school and home
Limited summer availability.
Most evaluations are completed within ~4 weeks without long waitlists.
This is usually when families reach out.
Not necessarily when grades are failing.
More often:
Homework takes hours every night
Writing feels significantly harder than it should
A bright child is becoming anxious or discouraged
Teachers say “everything looks average”
Getting reading support but still can’t read
You sense your child is working much harder than peers just to keep up
Many of the students we evaluate are highly intelligent children whose struggles are not immediately obvious in traditional school settings.
And that is often why concerns are missed.
No more guessing. No more “wait and see.”
Dr. Duhning looks beyond scores alone.
A neuropsychological evaluation helps identify:
how your child learns
where breakdowns are occurring
why those difficulties are happening
what support will actually help
We evaluate areas including:
Attention & executive functioning
Reading, writing, and math
Learning and memory
Processing speed
Language functioning
Emotional functioning
Learning differences are not always obvious.
Many children compensate well enough to appear:
average
compliant
“fine”
while privately struggling with:
reading fluency
written expression
processing efficiency
organization
cognitive fatigue
This is especially common in children with:
Dyslexia
Dysgraphia
Dyscalculia
ADHD and executive functioning difficulties
Learn more about Learning Disabilities
What Questions Can a Neuropsychological Evaluation Answer?
Evaluations may be helpful for concerns related to:
Dyslexia and reading difficulties
Executive functioning weaknesses
Processing speed and working memory concerns
Pragmatics, expressive, and receptive language
Academic underachievement
Anxiety affecting school performance
Memory, organization, and problem-solving difficulties
Giftedness and twice-exceptionality
Complex or unclear school concerns
School evaluations can be helpful but they are designed to determine eligibility, not to fully understand your child.
School-based evaluations can be valuable, but they are often designed primarily to determine eligibility for services.
A comprehensive private evaluation allows for:
more in-depth assessment
greater clinical integration
individualized interpretation
clearer recommendations
Most importantly, it provides a more complete understanding of your child—not simply a determination of qualification.
You’re not just getting a report—you’re finally getting answers.
A clear diagnosis (if applicable)
A detailed, easy-to-understand report
Specific school accommodations (IEP/504 guidance)
Targeted recommendations for learning supports
Practical strategies for home
A feedback session to walk through results step-by-step
This is designed to give you clarity, direction, and leverage when working with schools.
Using Your Out-of-Network Benefits: We make this process simple. Many families receive partial reimbursement through their insurance. We provide detailed superbills, guidance on your benefits, and optional support with submitting claims on your behalf.
The goal is not just testing. It’s saving time, reducing frustration, and getting the right help sooner.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
𝟏. Consultation Call
Discuss your concerns
𝟐. In-Person Testing
2–3 sessions depending on your child’s age, needs, and attention stamina.
𝟑. Clear Report
Clear understanding of strengths and challenges
𝟒. Feedback
Review report and recommendations for school, home, and next steps. Includes guidance for IEP/504 meetings
Why families choose Duhning Psychological Services
Specialized child neuropsychological evaluations on Long Island
Focus on attention, hyperactivity, anxiety, and executive functioning
Expertise in dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia
Thorough, individualized assessment process
Clear explanations of strengths and weaknesses — not confusing reports
Practical recommendations for real-life use
Collaborative, parent-centered approach
The goal is not just testing — it’s helping you understand your child and what they need to succeed.
About Dr. Courtney Duhning
Dr. Courtney Duhning is a pediatric neuropsychologist and nationally certified school psychologist specializing in the evaluation of learning differences, attention/executive functioning concerns, and complex academic profiles in children and adolescents.
Her approach is thoughtful, individualized, and focused on helping families gain meaningful clarity—not simply test scores alone.
Fast Neuropsychological Testing Appointments (Long Island and Queens)
We offer private-pay neuropsychological evaluations with flexible scheduling, including:
Appointments available within weeks
Weekend testing options
4 week turn around time
If you’re looking for neuropsychological testing on Long Island this spring or early summer, we recommend reaching out soon.
Ready to get answers?
The first step is a consultation to understand your concerns and determine if this evaluation is the right fit.
Contact us today to schedule your intake and secure an upcoming appointment.
Client Reviews
“We finally understood why ‘our child’ was struggling and what to do next. This was more helpful than any school evaluation we’ve had.”
“We were able to get in quickly, and the entire process—from testing to feedback—was prompt and efficient. We didn’t have to wait months for answers.”
“Dr. Duhning’s knowledge of the school system made a huge difference. She helped us understand how to advocate effectively. We felt prepared and confident going into IEP meetings.”
FAQs
Child and Teen Neuropsychological Evaluations on Long Island
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These evaluations can sound similar, but they answer different questions.
Psychological Evaluation
Focuses on emotional and behavioral functioning, such as anxiety, mood, or behavior concerns.
Psychoeducational Evaluation
Focuses on academic skills and cognitive ability (IQ), often to determine eligibility for school services like an IEP or 504 plan.
Neuropsychological Evaluation
More comprehensive. Looks at how your child thinks, learns, and processes information to understand why they are struggling — not just what it looks like.
Which one does my child need?
If you are looking for a clear explanation of what is driving your child’s difficulties — especially when things feel complex or don’t fully add up — a neuropsychological evaluation is often the most helpful.
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Yes. Evaluations are offered on a private-pay basis. Because the evaluation process is not dictated by insurance requirements, it allows for a more individualized and clinically thoughtful approach based on your child’s unique needs and referral questions.
However, many families are able to use their out-of-network (OON) benefits for partial reimbursement.
We provide:
detailed receipts (superbills)
the necessary documentation for insurance submission
Families are encouraged to contact their insurance provider to understand their out-of-network benefits.
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School evaluations are designed to determine eligibility for services.
This evaluation is designed to fully understand your child.Many families come in after school testing has been completed but still feel like key questions remain unanswered.
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This is very common.
Standard scores don’t always reflect how a child is functioning day-to-day.
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You will leave with:
A clear understanding of why your child is struggling
A detailed explanation of strengths and challenges
Specific, actionable recommendations for school and home
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Most evaluations are completed within approximately 4 weeks from intake to feedback, depending on scheduling and your child’s needs.
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Typically 2–3 sessions, depending on your child’s age, attention, and areas being assessed.
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Yes.
The evaluation includes clear recommendations and guidance that can be used to support school accommodations and planning.
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Yes, evaluations are private pay. However, many families receive partial reimbursement through out-of-network benefits.
Support is provided to help you understand and use your benefits. -
The first step is typically a consultation to discuss your concerns, determine whether a neuropsychological evaluation is likely to be helpful, and review next steps. From there, a structured intake process begins followed by 2-3 testing sessions and then a feedback session.
Still have questions?
You can also visit the full FAQ page or schedule a consultation to discuss your concerns.