Pediatric Neuropsychological Assessment in Ann Arbor

A pediatric neuropsychological assessment helps you understand why a child is struggling, and exactly what will help. AAPT provides pediatric neuropsychological assessment for children and teens across Ann Arbor and Southeast Michigan, with no waitlist. When learning, attention, memory, or development is not tracking the way it should, this evaluation replaces the argument about effort with a clear picture of how your child actually thinks.

When a child needs a neuropsychological evaluation

Families come to us when something is not adding up. Difficulty with reading, writing, or math that is not improving with support. Trouble with attention, focus, or organization. A known or suspected developmental condition. A concussion or traumatic brain injury. Epilepsy or another neurological condition. A history of prematurity or early medical complications. A genetic or medical condition that can affect the brain. Or a puzzling gap between how bright a child clearly is and how they are doing in school.

What the evaluation measures

We use child-normed, standardized, performance-based testing across intelligence, academic skills, memory, attention, language, visuospatial skills, processing speed, and executive functioning, and we gather history and input from parents and, where it helps, teachers. Fletcher and Grigorenko (2017), writing on the neuropsychology of learning disabilities, argue that the most useful assessment is targeted and performance-based, tied directly to academic skills and to what will actually change a child's path. That is how we build it, so the findings lead somewhere.

What you walk away with. You get a written report a school can act on. It names what is going on, rules out what is not, identifies your child's strengths, and lays out concrete recommendations, including how the findings support IEP or 504 eligibility and specific classroom accommodations. Depending on the picture, we may point you toward our psychoeducational assessment, learning disorder testing, or ADHD testing services. We cannot guarantee a diagnosis, and no ethical provider would, but either answer moves your child forward.

Testing that works for kids

Children are not small adults, and the testing reflects that. Sessions are paced for a child's attention and stamina, broken across visits when that helps, and framed so the experience feels manageable rather than scary. We explain to parents what each part measures and why, so you are never in the dark about what is happening with your child.

How it fits with school testing. A school evaluation is valuable, but it is limited to what the school needs for eligibility. An independent pediatric neuropsychological evaluation is broader and more detailed, and it can inform or strengthen an IEP or 504 plan. If you are not sure which evaluation your child needs, start on our neuropsychological assessment overview and we will help you sort it out.

No waitlist, real turnaround

There is no waitlist. The interview and the testing are usually completed on two separate days within the same week, and can often be done on the same day. You get your written report within four weeks of testing, and for a neuropsychological evaluation it is often sooner. If you need it faster, reach out and we will try to accommodate an expedited timeline. You can check current availability whenever you are ready.

Serving Ann Arbor and Southeast Michigan

We are based in Ann Arbor and see children and teens from across Southeast Michigan, including Ypsilanti, Saline, Dexter, Chelsea, and the surrounding Washtenaw County communities. For pediatricians, school psychologists, and academic advisors in the region, we are a fast and rigorous referral when a family needs answers without a long wait.

FAQ

What is the difference between this and school testing?

School testing is focused on whether a child qualifies for services and is limited in scope. A neuropsychological evaluation is broader and more detailed, looking at how your child thinks across many areas, and it can inform or complement what the school does.

What ages do you evaluate?

We evaluate children and teens using age-appropriate, standardized measures. If you are unsure whether testing is right for your child's age or situation, reach out and we will talk it through.

Will this get my child an IEP or a 504 plan?

It can support eligibility. Our evaluation produces the current, standardized documentation schools rely on, and it spells out recommended accommodations. The final decision rests with the school team, and we build the report to the standard they apply.

Do we need a referral?

No. You can contact us directly. If your pediatrician or your child's school referred you, bring any records or prior testing, because they add useful history.

How long does it take?

It depends on the questions we are answering. Testing is usually spread across sessions and paced for a child, and you get a written report within four weeks of testing, often sooner.

Want a clear picture of how your child learns and thinks? Check availability or call 734-333-7016. Pediatric neuropsychological assessment in Ann Arbor. No waitlist, and real answers.

References

Fletcher, J. M., & Grigorenko, E. L. (2017). Neuropsychology of learning disabilities: The past and the future. Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society, 23(9-10), 930-940. https://doi.org/10.1017/S1355617717001084

This page is educational and is not a substitute for a medical or psychological evaluation. A neuropsychological assessment is an honest read of the evidence and cannot guarantee a diagnosis or a specific outcome.