FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on various topics:

A gifted assessment can usually be completed in two to two-and-a half hours with your child.
In most cases, Dr. Hoffman can score the test and show you the results before you leave, with a written report that will follow within the next week.
The school district will accept outside testing, however, only the gifted department can make a determination about eligibility.
Initial Intake appointment, 1 hour: $300
Therapy session, 50 min: $250

The cost of testing will depend on the type of testing required.  At the intake appointment, we will discuss the type of testing recommended and the fees.  Some times testing will rule out one condition and require additional testing to investigate other areas.  The approximate fees are listed below but are subject to the needs of the child.

 

Initial Intake appointment, 1 hour: $300
Gifted testing; $500
Psychoeducational Evaluation: $2,750
Autism Evaluation ages 0-6 years: $1,000
Autism Evaluation ages 6-18 years: $2,250
Autism Evaluation + Psychoeducational Evaluation: $3,350

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapeutic approach designed to help children, teens and adults process traumatic memories and reduce emotional distress. During EMDR sessions, clients engage in bilateral stimulation while recalling challenging experiences, allowing them to reprocess these memories in a safe environment. This evidence-based therapy helps individuals build resilience, develop coping strategies, and regain control over their emotions. By addressing the root of trauma, EMDR fosters healing and promotes healthier emotional development.

Theraplay is a child-centered, play therapy approach that enhances the parent-child relationship and promotes emotional connection in children. Through playful interactions, structured activities, and sensory experiences, Theraplay fosters attachment, communication, and emotional regulation. This engaging method helps young individuals express themselves in a safe environment while building trust and confidence in their relationships. By focusing on the parent-child bond, Theraplay nurtures healthy emotional development and equips children with essential skills for navigating their feelings.