Gifted Evaluation for Children and Teens
If your child seems ahead academically or learns quickly compared to peers, you may be wondering how to best support their abilities.
A gifted evaluation helps you better understand your child’s cognitive strengths and how to support their learning and development.
When Parents
Start Asking Questions
Many parents reach out when they notice their child is thinking, learning, or engaging with material differently.
You may be noticing:
- advanced vocabulary or early reading skills
- strong problem-solving or reasoning abilities
- boredom or lack of engagement in school
- intense curiosity or deep interest in specific topics
- frustration when work feels too easy or repetitive
Sometimes schools recommend testing. Other times, parents simply want a better understanding of how their child learns.
An evaluation helps clarify your child’s abilities and how to support them appropriately.
What this
Evaluation Looks At
Giftedness is related to how a child thinks, reasons, and processes information.
This evaluation looks at:
- cognitive abilities and reasoning skills
- problem-solving and abstract thinking
- processing speed and working memory
- academic strengths and patterns
- overall learning profile
We use standardized cognitive assessments to understand how your child approaches learning and where their strengths are most pronounced.
What You Get
From the Evaluation
The goal of this process is to provide clarity and direction so your child’s strengths can be supported.
After the evaluation, you’ll have:
- a clear understanding of your child’s cognitive profile
- insight into strengths, learning style, and areas of growth
- guidance for school placement or enrichment opportunities
- documentation for gifted program eligibility if applicable
- recommendations for supporting your child at home and in school
You’ll leave with a better understanding of how your child learns and how to help them stay engaged and challenged.
What the Process Looks Like
We keep the process structured, clear, and supportive so you always know what to expect.
01
Initial Consultation
We begin by understanding your goals, your child’s academic experience, and what prompted the evaluation.
02
Assessment
Your child completes standardized cognitive assessments designed to measure reasoning and intellectual abilities.
03
Clinical Review
We analyze results to understand your child’s strengths and overall learning profile.
04
Feedback Session
We explain the results in clear, practical terms and answer your questions.
05
Written Report
You receive a detailed report with findings, recommendations, and next steps.
Clinicians Who Conduct Gifted Evaluations
Our evaluation team includes experienced clinicians and school psychologists who specialize in cognitive assessment and understanding how children learn.
Kristi Hernandez
PsyS, NCSP
Works with children and adolescents to understand cognitive strengths and learning patterns, with a focus on clear and meaningful insights.
Nicole Padilla,
Ed. S
Focuses on cognitive assessment and helping families understand how their child learns and processes information.
Amanda Odum
Ed.S.
Helps families better understand learning profiles through structured cognitive and academic evaluations.
Lindsay Crump
Psy. S
Provides evaluations focused on cognitive functioning, reasoning, and academic strengths.
Stephney Brown
Psy.S, NCSP
Supports families through the evaluation process with clear recommendations for enrichment and academic support.
Haley Cote,
Ed.S.
Specializes in evaluation services, helping families better understand cognitive abilities and learning differences.
Dr. Kristen Fabrizi,
Psy.D.
Provides in-depth evaluations focused on understanding complex cognitive profiles and supporting appropriate placement.
Start with Clarity
You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out.
If you’re wondering whether a gifted evaluation is the right step, we’ll help you understand what makes sense for your child.