Consultations
Diagnostic Consultation
Many parents and individuals who suspect or have received a diagnosis of ASD, ADHD, or another developmental/mental health disorder are left feeling unprepared and unsure about how to proceed. Furthermore, contradicting information from physicians, educators, family members, and other professionals often contribute to doubts about diagnostic accuracy. Our clinicians are highly skilled in assisting clients and families who feel "stuck" or uncertain. Diagnostic evaluation at ASPIRE Center involves a 60-minute meeting with one of our warm and knowledgable clinicians to:
Treatment Planning Consultation
Have you, or someone in your family, been struggling at home, school, or work? Have you noticed that your child is unable to connect with peers or communicate effectively? Are overwhelmed or at a loss in finding the guidance or support that you are looking for?
Parents and individuals with ASD and other social, developmental, or mental health difficulties find the process of navigating services to be extremely difficult. The clinicians at ASPIRE Center are knowledgeable, resourceful, and eager to guide you to the most comfortable and effective services to meet your needs. A consultation meeting is frequently the initial step for establishing ongoing treatment at ASPIRE Center, as well as identifying community, educational, and psychiatric supports. Whether you are seeking intervention due to symptoms of pre-existing diagnosis or have observed social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties that you do not know how to address, the staff at ASPIRE will point you in a clear direction. Treatment planning consultation is structured to, first, make sense out of existing information, and then collaborate to identify the most beneficial "next steps" towards individualized goals. If you are interested in beginning individual or family therapy at ASPIRE Center, or if you simply need help but cannot seem to find the "right" place, contact us today to schedule a treatment planning session.
Consultation for IEP Meetings
Navigating the special education system (CSE), along with establishing and maintaining your child's individualized education plan (IEP), can be extremely challenging. The clinicians at ASPIRE work with families every day on issues related to their children's educational planning. Many families have shared with us that they feel overwhelmed and unprepared when meeting with the team at a child's school. For this reason, we have developed a specializedIEP Preparation Consultation. This 60-90 minute consultation session involves meeting with an experienced clinician to:
The best IEP meetings are the ones during which you feel prepared, knowledgeable, confident, and clear about how best to advocate for your child!
Many parents and individuals who suspect or have received a diagnosis of ASD, ADHD, or another developmental/mental health disorder are left feeling unprepared and unsure about how to proceed. Furthermore, contradicting information from physicians, educators, family members, and other professionals often contribute to doubts about diagnostic accuracy. Our clinicians are highly skilled in assisting clients and families who feel "stuck" or uncertain. Diagnostic evaluation at ASPIRE Center involves a 60-minute meeting with one of our warm and knowledgable clinicians to:
- Review previous records and evaluations
- Provide an overview of your concerns
- Obtain clarification and explanation of psychological, educational, and developmental evaluation
- Ask questions about social, emotional, and behavioral concerns
- Learn about the different approaches to diagnostic assessment, including psychoeducational, psychological, psychiatric, and neuropsychological evaluation
- Determine whether you or your child would benefit from a formal evaluation and, if so, what type would best suit your needs
- Ask questions about diagnosis, treatment, and related services
Treatment Planning Consultation
Have you, or someone in your family, been struggling at home, school, or work? Have you noticed that your child is unable to connect with peers or communicate effectively? Are overwhelmed or at a loss in finding the guidance or support that you are looking for?
Parents and individuals with ASD and other social, developmental, or mental health difficulties find the process of navigating services to be extremely difficult. The clinicians at ASPIRE Center are knowledgeable, resourceful, and eager to guide you to the most comfortable and effective services to meet your needs. A consultation meeting is frequently the initial step for establishing ongoing treatment at ASPIRE Center, as well as identifying community, educational, and psychiatric supports. Whether you are seeking intervention due to symptoms of pre-existing diagnosis or have observed social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties that you do not know how to address, the staff at ASPIRE will point you in a clear direction. Treatment planning consultation is structured to, first, make sense out of existing information, and then collaborate to identify the most beneficial "next steps" towards individualized goals. If you are interested in beginning individual or family therapy at ASPIRE Center, or if you simply need help but cannot seem to find the "right" place, contact us today to schedule a treatment planning session.
Consultation for IEP Meetings
Navigating the special education system (CSE), along with establishing and maintaining your child's individualized education plan (IEP), can be extremely challenging. The clinicians at ASPIRE work with families every day on issues related to their children's educational planning. Many families have shared with us that they feel overwhelmed and unprepared when meeting with the team at a child's school. For this reason, we have developed a specializedIEP Preparation Consultation. This 60-90 minute consultation session involves meeting with an experienced clinician to:
- Discuss any concerns you may have regarding your child's experience at school
- Review your child's current IEP
- Review the most recent assessments your child has received
- Discuss progress made during the current school year
- Discuss any gaps that may not be addressed by current educational services
- Discuss individualized goals for your child's education
- Consider the appropriateness of your child's participation in his/her IEP meeting
- Establish ways to coordinate services across school and community
- Organize materials and prepare for the meeting itself
The best IEP meetings are the ones during which you feel prepared, knowledgeable, confident, and clear about how best to advocate for your child!