FAQs

I work with children, adolescents, and adults. My assessments are individualized and appropriate for:

• Students struggling with attention, learning, or emotional issues

• Gifted or twice-exceptional learners (2e)

• Adults wondering if ADHD, autism, or learning challenges were missed earlier in life

• Anyone seeking insight and support to better understand themselves or their child

You may consider requesting an assessment when you or someone else is experiencing difficulties that affect daily life, learning, behavior, or emotional well-being. Common situations include:

Children and Adolescents

• Struggling in school (e.g., reading, math, attention problems)

• Behavioral issues (e.g., aggression, defiance, hyperactivity)

• Social or emotional concerns (e.g., anxiety, depression, withdrawal)

• Suspected learning disabilities, ADHD, or autism

Adults

• Difficulty with focus, memory, or decision-making

• Mood or anxiety symptoms interfering with work or relationships

• Personality or emotional concerns

• Need for diagnosis (e.g., ADHD, depression, PTSD) to access treatment or accommodations

• You have treatments, like medication and therapy, on board, but they do not seem to be having the impact you expect.

• A family member was diagnosed, and you see similar patterns in yourself

An ADHD assessment helps uncover how a person’s brain focuses, organizes, and manages tasks — not to define limitations, but to understand how they experience the world.

An autism assessment is a collaborative process designed to understand how a person thinks, communicates, and connects — not to label or limit, but to honor individual differences and help identify supports that fit.

A learning disabilities assessment helps identify how a person processes information and where they may need support. It is about understanding how someone learns best, and why certain tasks feel harder than expected, even with effort or intelligence.

A psychological assessment helps uncover the emotional and behavioral patterns that may be impacting daily life, learning, relationships, or mental health.

They overlap, but a neuropsychological evaluation is often more in-depth. In addition to academic and cognitive skills, it also looks closely at executive functioning, attention, emotional regulation, sensory processing, and other brain-based functions. Neuropsychological evaluations are especially helpful when concerns are more complex, or when you are trying to understand the whole picture — not just how someone is performing in school, but why they are struggling.

Yes, a thorough evaluation can support eligibility for accommodations such as extra time, quiet testing environments, or specialized learning plans (like an IEP or 504 Plan). I regularly work with schools and testing boards to provide the documentation they require.

Assessments are individually-tailored; therefore, fees vary depending on the type and extent of the assessment conducted. Each evaluation is offered as flat fee.

My office:

• Offers on-line payment options

• Processes credit cards and FSA/HSA cards

• Is an out-of-network provider and does not bill insurance directly. A superbill (an itemized receipt) can be provided and used for you to submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement.

• Can arrange telehealth appointments

• Is accepting new clients

​Additional consultations, school observations, and attendance at IEP meetings are also offered and billed at an hourly rate.

I understand life is busy!

I meet with clients Monday through Friday and offer flexible appointment times to help fit your schedule. If you are interested in booking a session or just want to learn more about the services offered, feel free to reach out—I am happy to work with you to find a time that works best.

You can contact me at 650.619.7677 or drsenochs@gmail.com.