Assessments
At Flourish, we are committed to identifying areas where your child may need support, using a strengths-based approach. Our assessments begin with a detailed developmental history and evaluate cognitive functioning, academic skills, and social skills through interviews with parents, children, and teachers, as well as observations and standardized testing.
Your family’s well-being is our top priority. Our expertise lies in diagnosing and addressing concerns related to intellectual, emotional, and social functioning. We understand this can be an uncertain time, and we are here to support you and your family throughout the process.
As parents ourselves, we recognize the challenges of seeking support for your child. Our goal is to help you understand how your child learns and functions best. After a comprehensive assessment, we provide a detailed report that highlights areas where your child may need additional support. Together, we’ll determine the best way to address these needs, and we’ll guide you every step of the way — from intake to assessment, feedback, and next steps.
A psychological assessment is a comprehensive evaluation aimed at understanding your child’s cognitive abilities, processing skills, and academic performance, while also considering social-emotional factors, personality, and behavior. Our assessments are conducted by highly trained clinicians who use the latest research and evidence-based practices. These evaluations help identify a child's strengths and challenges, detect any learning or developmental difficulties, and guide appropriate interventions and support. Our team of experienced clinicians work with children of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers, providing a safe and supportive environment for both children and their families. We strive to understand how each individual thinks, feels, and behaves to help them achieve full optimal functioning.
Psychological Assessments
A psychoeducational assessment formally evaluates your child’s intelligence and academic achievement. Our experienced clinicians use a range of standardized tests and observations to assess cognitive abilities, academic performance, and emotional and behavioural functioning. These evaluations help identify learning difficulties or challenges that may affect academic success. By understanding your child’s unique learning style, we can recommend suitable interventions, support strategies, and classroom accommodations. Our goal is to help children excel academically and personally, reaching their full potential.
Psychoeducational Assessments
A developmental assessment for children under age three evaluates key areas of functioning, such as cognition, communication, behaviour, social interaction, motor skills, sensory abilities, and adaptive skills. Our experienced clinicians use standardized tests and observations to assess developmental milestones and identify any areas needing additional support. We aim to give parents and educators a clear understanding of the child’s strengths and challenges, facilitating early intervention and appropriate school placement.
Developmental Assessments
We specialize in assessing children for giftedness. Gifted assessments evaluate cognitive abilities, including verbal, mathematical, and spatial skills, to understand a child’s strengths and challenges. These assessments provide recommendations for educational programs and learning opportunities tailored to the child’s needs. Our comprehensive approach ensures that we account for each child’s unique abilities, helping them reach their full potential both academically and personally. In line with school board standards, we use the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, Fifth Edition (WISC-V) to assess intellectual abilities.
Gifted Assessments
Autism Assessments
We provide autism assessments for children suspected of having Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Our experienced clinicians use standardized tests and observations to assess communication skills, social interaction, and behavior patterns, diagnosing ASD if present. Our goal is to deliver a thorough evaluation that considers the child’s unique strengths and challenges, helping parents and educators better understand their needs and implement appropriate interventions. We recognize that an autism diagnosis can be overwhelming for families, and we offer a compassionate, supportive environment throughout the assessment process.
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Marie Hooper, M.A., Ph.D. Candidate (She/Her)
DIRECTOR & FOUNDER
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Dr. Kyla McDonald, C.Psych. (She/Her)
PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES
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Dr. Justine Ledochowski, C.Psych. (She/Her)
PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES
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Angela Ribout, M.Ed., C.Psych. (She/Her)
PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES