Psychoeducational Testing
The documentation you need to request school and college accommodations.
A comprehensive evaluation by a licensed psychologist that produces the formal, integrated report often required to request a 504 Plan, an IEP, or college disability services — for students from kindergarten through university.
What it is and who it is for
One integrated evaluation, built for formal documentation
A psychoeducational evaluation combines cognitive testing with academic testing — and relevant attention measures when needed — into a single integrated report. It describes how a student learns, where they are struggling, and what supports the findings point to. It is an assessment that informs an accommodation request, not a guarantee of any particular outcome.
This evaluation may be a good fit if:
- A student is struggling academically and you want to formally request a 504 Plan or IEP
- A college student needs current documentation to register with disability services
- You are seeking documentation to request accommodations on standardized tests (each board sets its own criteria)
- A prior evaluation is out of date and a school or college is asking for updated testing
- You want one clear report that ties cognitive ability, academic skills, and attention together
Related evaluations. If the central question is identifying a specific learning difference like dyslexia, see the learning disability & dyslexia testing. If attention is the main concern, the child ADHD testing may be the better starting point.
What the process looks like
A structured path to a usable report
- Free consult. A no-cost 20-minute call to understand the student's needs, the documentation a school or college is asking for, and your timeline.
- History & records review. Developmental and academic history is gathered along with report cards, prior testing, and teacher or instructor input.
- Cognitive testing. Standardized measures of reasoning, memory, and processing show the student's learning profile and strengths.
- Academic achievement testing. Direct testing of reading, writing, and math identifies where skills stand relative to ability and grade level.
- Attention measures, as relevant. When attention or executive function is a question, appropriate measures are added so the picture is complete.
- Integrated report & feedback. Dr. Armbrust synthesizes everything into one report with clear findings and recommendations, then reviews it with you in plain language.
Pricing & transparency
Clear self-pay pricing, with no surprises
This evaluation is offered on a self-pay basis, with your exact fee confirmed during your free consultation. Paying privately means fast scheduling without a waitlist, full privacy over your records, and a senior clinician's attention throughout — which matters when you are working toward a school or testing deadline.
Before testing begins, you will receive a written Good Faith Estimate of the full cost. This is your right under the federal No Surprises Act, and it is treated as a baseline of transparency.
Turnaround. Written reports are typically completed within 2 weeks of your final testing session. If you have a deadline, mention it on the consult.
What your report can be used for
Formal documentation you own
Your integrated report is detailed and professional, written to support accommodation requests. Families and students commonly use it to:
- Provide 504 Plan or IEP eligibility documentation to a school district
- Register with a college or university disability services office
- Support a request for academic accommodations at school and on college-board exams such as the SAT (for example, extended time, a reduced-distraction setting, or note-taking support)
An important note on eligibility. Whether accommodations are granted is decided by each school, district, university, or testing board under its own rules and criteria. A comprehensive report documents findings and supports your request — it cannot guarantee that any specific accommodation will be approved. How the documentation process typically works can be explained so you know what to expect.
Out-of-network benefits
Self-pay, with possible reimbursement
This is an out-of-network practice. Some clients with out-of-network benefits choose to seek partial reimbursement from their insurer after paying privately. Superbills are provided on request for you to submit. Reimbursement is determined solely by your plan, so checking your out-of-network coverage in advance is encouraged. Details are on the fees & insurance page.
Common questions
Psychoeducational testing FAQ
Will this evaluation guarantee my child gets a 504 Plan or IEP?
No evaluation can guarantee that. Eligibility decisions belong to the school or district based on their own criteria. What is provided is a thorough, professional report that documents the findings and supports your request through their process.
Can the report be used for standardized-test accommodations?
It can support a request for accommodations like extended time or a reduced-distraction setting. Each testing board sets its own documentation requirements and makes its own decisions, so approval is never guaranteed. Share which test you are targeting and the report can aim to address its documentation expectations.
Do you test college students and adults?
Yes. College and university disability offices frequently require recent psychoeducational testing, and older students and adults are regularly evaluated for that purpose.
How is this different from learning disability testing?
The testing overlaps heavily. Learning disability testing centers on identifying specific differences like dyslexia; psychoeducational testing is usually framed around producing formal documentation for accommodations. On your consult, the right fit is recommended.
What if attention also seems to be a problem?
Relevant attention measures can be included in the integrated evaluation. If ADHD is the primary question, the child ADHD testing may be the better place to start.
Need documentation for accommodations?
Start with a free 20-minute consult. Share what the school or college is asking for, and the right next step can be mapped out together.