Uptown Psychology

Comprehensive Child Evaluations in Florida

When your child is struggling and you don’t know why, a comprehensive evaluation provides answers, direction, and a path forward.

The Benefits

Advantages of an
Evaluation

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A complete
picture

See how your child thinks, learns, processes information, regulates emotions, and functions socially across settings. We identify patterns, strengths, and underlying needs.

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Clear
recommendations

Receive specific, practical guidance for school supports, home strategies, and therapeutic services.

Assessment of kids mental development

Documentation
that matters

Our evaluations can inform IEPs, 504 plans, gifted eligibility, and insurance-based treatment.

The Stakes

When a Child’s Struggles Go Unexplained

When the underlying cause of a child’s struggles is unclear, challenges tend to repeat. Frustration builds at home. School becomes harder than it needs to be. Behavior may be misunderstood. Capable students can begin to internalize that something is “wrong” with them.

Over time, uncertainty affects more than academics. It impacts confidence, relationships, and emotional well-being.

An evaluation changes that trajectory. It identifies what is happening, explains why it is happening, and outlines meaningful next steps.

THE SERVICE

What Is an Evaluation?

An evaluation of your child or adolescent is a structured, in-depth assessment designed to understand how a child thinks, learns, processes information, regulates emotions, and functions socially.
Depending on your concerns, an evaluation may include:
All evaluations at Uptown Psychology are individualized based on age, concerns, and goals.

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What Can Evaluations Help With?

Families often seek testing for:

Sometimes the question is simple: Is this a temporary struggle, or is there something deeper at play? An evaluation provides an informed answer.

THE EVALUATIONS

Types of Child & Adolescent
Evaluations We Offer

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These evaluations look at cognitive ability and academic skills, along with learning and attention factors.

Learn more about psychoeducational evaluations in Miami & Coral Gables →

Testing to determine high intellectual ability and advanced academic achievement.

Learn more about gifted testing in Miami & Coral Gables →

A diagnostic assessment focused on Autism Spectrum Disorder using standardized tools, developmental history, and clinical observation.

Learn more about autism evaluations in Miami & Coral Gables →

An assessment used to establish or confirm diagnoses and document medical necessity so insurance can approve appropriate treatment and services.

Learn more about CDEs for Florida’s FES-UA scholarship →

EVALUATIONS IN FLORIDA

Why Work with Uptown Psychology

Our evaluations are not limited by school district eligibility criteria. We are not simply determining qualification for services. We are working to understand your child as a whole person.

We know this process can feel overwhelming for families, which is why we prioritize clear communication, timely turnaround, and helping parents feel supported and understood throughout the evaluation.

Families value that we:
We are not here to label. We are here to understand your child and help you move forward with a thoughtful plan.

Our Approach

The Child Evaluation Process

Parent Intake Meeting

We begin with a detailed conversation to understand your concerns, your child’s strengths, and their developmental history.

Testing Sessions

Your child participates in structured assessment sessions in a supportive environment.

Results and Feedback

You receive a comprehensive written report and attend a feedback meeting where we review findings and outline specific next steps.
You do not have to keep wondering what is going on.
You can have answers and a plan.

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Questions About Child & Adolescent Evaluations

Schools determine eligibility using their own criteria. Our evaluations provide comprehensive documentation that schools review when considering services and accommodations.
You do not need to decide alone. During the intake, we determine which evaluation will best answer your concerns.
We work with children and adolescents. Specific age ranges may vary depending on the type of evaluation needed.

No we do not accept insurance. You may contact your insurance provider regarding potential out-of-network reimbursement. We provide documentation to support that process.

You receive a detailed report with clear recommendations. When appropriate, we can collaborate with your child’s school or other providers to support implementation. We are also available to help you navigate the IEP/504 process.

Contact Us

Request a free consultation or contact us
with questions.

646-580-4430

info@uptownpsychologyny.com

17 E 67th Street, Suite 1D, New York, New York 10065

3081 Salzedo St Suite 202, Coral Gables, FL 33134

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Uptown Psychology is Now in Florida!

Offering therapy & child evaluations at our Coral Gables location.