Comprehensive Psychological Assessment Services

Cole Psychological Services, PLLC provides comprehensive, evidence-based psychological evaluations designed to answer important questions, identify strengths and challenges, and offer clear, actionable recommendations. Each assessment is customized to the individual's needs and may include a clinical interview, psychological testing, record review, collateral information, and a detailed written report.

At this time, the practice primarily specializes in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations, ADHD evaluations, and Giftedness assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. These evaluations are designed to provide diagnostic clarity, support educational and workplace planning, and foster a deeper understanding of each individual's unique abilities and needs.

As the practice continues to grow, additional psychological assessment services will be available. If you are seeking an evaluation for a concern not listed on our website, we encourage you to contact us to discuss your specific needs and determine whether we may be able to assist.

Our goal is to provide objective, accurate, and meaningful assessment services that help individuals, families, educators, and professionals make informed decisions with confidence.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Evaluations

Understanding Autism Across the Lifespan

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how individuals experience social communication, relationships, sensory information, flexibility, and daily functioning. Autism presents differently from person to person, which is why a comprehensive evaluation is essential for understanding an individual's unique strengths, challenges, and support needs.

Many individuals seek an autism evaluation after years of feeling different from their peers, experiencing difficulties in social situations, struggling with sensory sensitivities, or noticing patterns that may be consistent with ASD. Others may be referred for assessment by healthcare providers, educators, therapists, or family members who recognize characteristics associated with autism.

A comprehensive autism evaluation provides clarity regarding whether Autism Spectrum Disorder may be present and offers recommendations that can support success at home, school, work, and in relationships.

Signs That an Autism Evaluation May Be Helpful

Children

Parents may consider an evaluation if their child:

  • Has difficulty understanding social cues

  • Struggles to develop or maintain friendships

  • Demonstrates repetitive behaviors or routines

  • Has intense or highly focused interests

  • Experiences sensory sensitivities

  • Shows delayed social communication skills

  • Has difficulty with transitions or changes in routine

  • Appears different from same-age peers socially or emotionally

Pricing For ASD Evaluations- $1,995

Includes

  • Complimentary 15-minute consultation

  • Comprehensive clinical interview

  • Developmental history review

  • Parent/caregiver interview (when applicable)

  • Autism-specific assessment measures

  • Psychological testing

  • Review of relevant records

  • Diagnostic clarification

  • Comprehensive written report

  • Individualized recommendations

  • 30-minute feedback session

Evaluation Timeline: Most autism evaluation reports are completed within 3-4 weeks following the final testing appointment.

Expedited Report (10 Business Days): +$300‍ ‍

Scheduling & Payment

A $1,000 non-refundable retainer is required to reserve your evaluation appointment. The remaining balance is due on or before the testing date. The retainer covers scheduling, record review, test preparation, and administrative services completed prior to the evaluation.

Adults

Many adults pursue evaluation after recognizing lifelong patterns that may be consistent with autism. Common concerns include:

  • Social communication difficulties

  • Challenges developing or maintaining relationships

  • Feeling overwhelmed in social environments

  • Sensory sensitivities

  • Difficulty with unexpected changes

  • Chronic masking or camouflaging of symptoms

  • Executive functioning struggles

  • Anxiety, burnout, or emotional exhaustion

Adolescents

Common concerns may include:

  • Difficulty navigating peer relationships

  • Social anxiety or social exhaustion

  • Challenges interpreting social situations

  • Difficulty adapting to change

  • Emotional regulation difficulties

  • Executive functioning challenges

  • Increased awareness of feeling different from peers

ADHD Evaluations

Understanding Attention, Focus, and Executive Functioning

Many people occasionally struggle with attention, organization, time management, or follow-through. However, when these challenges become persistent and begin affecting school, work, relationships, or daily life, it may be appropriate to consider whether Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is contributing to those difficulties.

A comprehensive ADHD evaluation is designed to determine whether ADHD may be present while also identifying other factors that could be affecting attention, concentration, memory, organization, motivation, or productivity. Because symptoms of ADHD often overlap with anxiety, depression, stress, learning differences, sleep difficulties, and other conditions, a thorough assessment is essential for obtaining an accurate diagnosis and appropriate recommendations

ADHD can present in different ways, including:

Inattentive Symptoms

Individuals may experience difficulty with:

  • Sustaining attention

  • Following through on instructions

  • Organization and planning

  • Time management

  • Completing tasks

  • Forgetfulness

  • Losing important items

  • Avoiding lengthy or mentally demanding tasks

Hyperactive/Impulsive Symptoms

Individuals may experience:

  • Restlessness

  • Excessive talking

  • Difficulty remaining seated

  • Interrupting others

  • Acting without considering consequences

  • Difficulty waiting their turn

Combined Presentation

Many individuals experience symptoms from both categories.

Pricing for ADHD Evaluation-$1,295

Includes

  • Complimentary 15-minute consultation

  • Comprehensive clinical interview

  • Review of relevant records

  • ADHD-specific rating scales

  • Cognitive and executive functioning assessment

  • Psychological testing as clinically indicated

  • Diagnostic clarification

  • Comprehensive written report

  • Individualized recommendations

  • 30-minute feedback session

Evaluation Timeline: Most ADHD evaluation reports are completed within 2-3 weeks following the final testing appointment. Once the report is finalized, a feedback session will be scheduled to review findings, answer questions, and discuss recommendations.

Expedited Report (7 Business Days): +$250‍ ‍

Scheduling & Payment

A $650 non-refundable retainer is required to reserve your evaluation appointment. The remaining balance is due on or before the testing date. The retainer covers scheduling, record review, test preparation, and administrative services completed prior to the evaluation.

Giftedness Evaluations

Understanding Your Child's Unique Potential

Giftedness is more than simply earning good grades or learning quickly. Gifted children often demonstrate advanced reasoning abilities, exceptional problem-solving skills, heightened curiosity, creativity, and an intense desire to learn. However, giftedness can sometimes go unrecognized, especially when a child's strengths are uneven, masked by anxiety, ADHD, learning differences, or social-emotional challenges.

A comprehensive giftedness evaluation helps identify a child's intellectual strengths, learning profile, and educational needs. The evaluation provides objective data that can support educational planning, placement decisions, gifted program eligibility, and a deeper understanding of how your child learns and processes information.

Why Seek a Giftedness Evaluation?

Parents often pursue a giftedness evaluation when they notice their child:

  • Learns new concepts quickly

  • Possesses an exceptional vocabulary for their age

  • Demonstrates advanced reasoning or critical thinking skills

  • Shows intense curiosity and asks complex questions

  • Becomes easily bored with grade-level work

  • Appears underchallenged in school

  • Exhibits strong creativity or problem-solving abilities

  • Performs academically above age expectations

  • Has been recommended for gifted testing by a teacher or school

  • Needs documentation for gifted or advanced academic programs

A giftedness evaluation can help distinguish between high achievement and gifted intellectual functioning while identifying areas where additional support or enrichment may be beneficial.

Pricing for Giftedness Evaluation-$995

What You’ll Receive

  • Parent consultation and intake interview

  • Review of educational records, report cards, and standardized testing (when available)

  • Cognitive assessment (WISC-V or WAIS-5, as appropriate)

  • Evaluation of intellectual strengths and learning profile

  • Clinical observations

  • Comprehensive written report

  • Individualized educational recommendations

  • 30-minute feedback session

Evaluation Timeline: Most giftedness evaluation reports are completed within 10-14 business days following the testing appointment. After the report is finalized, a feedback session will be scheduled to review the results, answer questions, and discuss recommendations.

Expedited Report (5 Business Days): +$200

Scheduling & Payment

A $500 non-refundable retainer is required to reserve your evaluation appointment. The remaining balance is due on or before the testing date. The retainer covers scheduling, record review, test preparation, and administrative services completed prior to the evaluation.

Schedule a Complimentary Consultation

If you are seeking answers, clarity, or a comprehensive psychological evaluation, Cole Psychological Services is here to help.

Contact us today to schedule your free 15-minute consultation and learn how a psychological assessment can provide meaningful insight and a clear path forward.