Georgia – psycho-educational transitional evaluations

detailed statement of fees will be provided for clients’ submission to insurance companies for self-filing claims. Please note that most insurance companies do not cover psycho-educational testing for developmental delays or learning issues, as they deem these services ‘educational’ rather than ‘medical’, even if the provider is ‘in-network’.

Schools will pay for Transitional Evaluations however, many parents often have to hire an attorney or school advocate in order for this to occur.

We provide services for school aged children as well as college students with learning disabilities, attention problems, and behavioral concerns.

We provide the following psych0-educational evaluation services:

Comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations that define children’s learning profile, academic strengths and weaknesses, and recommendations for effective remediation and accommodations. The evaluations assess the following areas:

Complete psycho-educational transitional evaluation – $1950

  • comprehensive intelligence testing/Cognitive Processes (e.g., processing speed, flexibility)
  • comprehensive memory testing
  • comprehensive achievement testing in all academic areas
  • computerized attention assessment
  • behavior/emotional/social assessment
  • comprehensive testing of all neuropsychological processing areas appropriate, such as processing speed, visual-motor skills, visual-perceptual skills, auditory processing skills, phonological processing skills, attention/concentration skills
  • Interest Testing
  • Manual Dexterity
  • Vocational and Work Samples
  • comprehensive transitional evaluation  report

Emotional/Behavioral Assessment

  • Call and speak to us regarding your concerns in order to obtain an estimated cost of assessment.  These are typically completed on an hourly fee basis.

Academic Assessment only

  • Achievement testing in all academic areas (basic reading, reading comprehension, math reasoning, math calculation, written expression) with a brief written report – $500

Consultation

  • Our clinicians are available to meet with you to discuss behavioral, learning, and developmental issues.  We are happy to attend meetings at your child’s school or complete observations in alternate locations.

Forensic Vocational Expert

VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment

EDUCATION AND CAREER COUNSELING
Disabilities determined by VA to be related to your military service can lead to monthly non-taxable compensation, enrollment in the
VA health care system, a 10-point hiring preference for federal employment and other important benefits. Ask your VA
representative or Veterans Service Organization representative about Disability Compensation, Pension, Health Care, Caregiver
Program, Career Services, Educational Assistance, Home Loan Guaranty, Insurance and/or Dependents and Survivors’ Benefits.
WHAT IS THE EDUCATION AND CAREER COUSELING PROGRAM?
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Education and Career Counseling program (Title 38 U.S.C. Chapter 36) offers a great opportunity for transitioning Servicemembers and Veterans to get personalized counseling and support to guide their career paths, ensure most effective use of their VA benefits, and achieve their goals.
ELIGIBILITY
• Transitioning Servicemembers within six months prior to discharge from active duty
• Veterans within one year following discharge from active duty
• Any Servicemember/Veteran eligible for a VA education benefit
• All current VA education beneficiaries
SERVICES INCLUDE ASS ISTI NG SERVICEMEMBERS/VE TERANS WITH
• Career Choice – understand the best career options based on your interests and capabilities
• Benefits Coaching – guidance on the effective use of VA benefits and/or other resources to achieve education and career goals
• Personalized Support – Academic or adjustment counseling and personalized support to help remove any barriers to success
APPLICATION PROCESS
To connect with a VA counselor and receive this personalized assistance, apply here http://www.vba.va.gov/pubs/forms/VBA-28-8832-ARE.pdf. After we receive your application, we will contact you to schedule a time to meet with one of our counselors. For additional questions or help, contact VA by calling the nationwide toll free number, 1-800-827-
1000. For hearing impaired, dial 1-800-829-4833.