Expert gifted testing in Pasadena, CA.
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Would you like to get gifted testing for your child?
Do you think your child might be advanced in their thinking, learning, or creativity? Are they showing signs of exceptional intelligence, curiosity, or problem-solving skills that set them apart from their peers? Gifted testing can help identify your child’s unique abilities and provide the guidance needed to nurture their potential.
You might be noticing that your child is excelling in school, asking deep, thought-provoking questions, or showing a strong interest in specific subjects. Perhaps they are quickly mastering new concepts, demonstrating a vivid imagination, or exhibiting a strong sense of justice and empathy. These traits can be exciting, but they can also lead to challenges if your child isn’t adequately supported.
Gifted children may face difficulties in traditional educational settings, where their needs might not be fully met. They could become bored, disengaged, or frustrated, leading to behavioral issues or social difficulties. Understanding your child’s unique strengths and challenges is the first step in providing them with the right educational environment and support.
At Huntington Psychological Services, we specialize in gifted testing to help identify and understand your child’s exceptional abilities. Our comprehensive evaluations offer valuable insights, helping you and your child’s educators tailor learning experiences that will keep them engaged, challenged, and supported.
Why gifted testing is important
Gifted testing is essential for understanding a child’s intellectual and creative abilities. Children who are gifted often require different educational approaches to thrive. Without proper identification and support, they might not reach their full potential, and they may even struggle with emotional or social difficulties.
Gifted children might find themselves out of sync with their peers, leading to feelings of isolation or frustration. They might also face challenges like perfectionism, anxiety, or difficulties in social situations. A gifted evaluation provides a clearer picture of your child’s abilities, helping to identify their strengths and any areas where they might need additional support.
If you want to ensure your child receives the appropriate educational resources and support, a gifted assessment can provide the roadmap you need.
Gifted testing can help unlock your child’s full potential
Our gifted testing process is designed to provide a detailed understanding of your child’s intellectual abilities, creativity, and learning style. These assessments are crucial for identifying giftedness, which can sometimes be overlooked in traditional educational settings.
We approach gifted testing with the same warmth, care, and professionalism that we would want for our own children. By identifying your child’s unique strengths and challenges, we can help you access the resources and opportunities that will allow them to thrive both academically and socially.
Our practice offers gifted testing for children of all ages. Whether your child is just starting school or is already navigating more advanced subjects, our tailored evaluations can provide the insights you need to support their development.
What sets us apart
At Huntington Psychological Services, our philosophy is simple: we provide diagnostic assessments with the care we would want for ourselves and our own loved ones. We put ourselves in your shoes, ensuring every evaluation is delivered with the compassion, warmth, and professional excellence you and your family deserve.
Our assessment process
Intake
We'll start with a 1 to 1.5-hour interview (online or in person). You’ll meet with your lead clinician to talk about your concerns, what you hope to get out of the evaluation, and the goals you want to set. (If it's for your child, this session is just for the parents.)
Testing
Next, you or your child will spend about 3-4 hours in our office with a testing technician. We'll complete various tests to get a clear picture of your thinking, processing, and learning styles. Most of the time, this is done in a single visit.
Feedback
In another 1 to 1.5-hour meeting (online or in person), your lead clinician will walk you through the results. We’ll discuss any diagnoses and give you a personalized action plan with concrete recommendations.
Report
About two weeks after your feedback session, we’ll send you a detailed report with all your results, diagnoses, and recommendations. You can use this to share with doctors, schools, or anyone else who is a part of your care team.
The entire evaluation process takes about six weeks, with the final report arriving two weeks after your feedback session. Our goal is to give you more than just a diagnosis—we want to provide you with a clear roadmap and helpful information you can use for clarity and support moving forward.
Commonly asked questions
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While the cost of a gifted assessment may seem high, it is a valuable investment in your child’s future. Understanding your child’s abilities can lead to better educational opportunities, which can have a lasting impact on their development and success.
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We are an out-of-network provider, which means we don't directly bill insurance. But don't worry—many health plans offer some reimbursement for out-of-network care. To simplify the process, we've teamed up with Reimbursify, an app that makes filing your claims quick and easy, helping you get your payments back faster. Please feel free to reach out to us for more information.
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Our gifted testing evaluates a range of cognitive abilities, including intellectual reasoning, creativity, problem-solving skills, and learning styles. We tailor each assessment to the individual needs of the child to ensure a comprehensive understanding of their unique talents.
A Simpler Insurance Process
While we are an out-of-network provider, we are committed to making reimbursement as simple as possible. Most practices simply provide a “superbill,” leaving you to handle the complexities of claim submission.
We do it for you.
As a complimentary service, we submit all claims directly to your insurance on your behalf, saving you time and paperwork. We're also happy to help verify your benefits beforehand.
Please note: Our services do not include evaluations for legal or child custody proceedings.
“The confidence and peace of mind this process gave us is priceless. I can't say enough good things about their work and absolutely recommend them.”
— JESSICA P, PARENT
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