A Higher Standard of Neuropsychological Care

At Hope+Wellness, we provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation for children, teens, and adults of all ages experiencing a wide range of learning, attention, social, or emotional needs. Our approach is highly personalized and tailored for you, with a focus that is kind, compassionate, strengths-based, and neurodiversity affirming. We understand firsthand how difficult it can be to find a strong, thorough assessment, but also where you feel truly seen and understood. That’s why we have designed our testing program to be a resource just like that for you.

The process of testing at Hope+Wellness is more than just diagnostic—it is designed to be a healing experience, one that helps you feel seen, validated, and empowered to move forward with a clearer sense of your strengths, needs, and identity.

neurodiversity-affirming assessments

Neurodiversity-affirming assessements recognize neuropsychological differences as natural variations rather than deficits. It emphasizes accepting and celebrating these differences rather than as something to fix. Our assessments are written to help empower people and help them connect more deeply to their strengths. We believe this makes a critical difference in how you see yourself and the confidence you can bring to your life and well being.

gold standard, evidence-based, and comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations tailored just for you

We’re deeply passionate about offering assessment services that reflect the highest standard of care and clinical excellence. Our mission is to help each client uncover their strengths and overcome challenges, so they can thrive—in school, in work, in relationships, and in life. What we provide is not a routine evaluation you might find elsewhere in the community. Our training roots are in the most rigorous neuropsychology programs in the country, including those at UCLA and USC, and we bring that depth of expertise into every assessment we conduct.

Our evaluations are multidimensional, giving us a comprehensive, 360-degree view of you or your child’s strengths and challenges across every important area, including intellectual, academic, executive functioning, attention, mood, and personality. We’re here to help you understand how your brain works and uncover the patterns behind your thinking, learning, emotions, relationships, and behavior to help you learn more about yourself and discover important insight—for life.

Our batteries are also exceptionally designed using only gold-standard, evidence based tools. We will not only answer the questions you have, but also ask questions that you may not have yet thought to ask. We’re here to partner with you and to help you better learn and understand yourself. We will leave no stone unturned to help uncover the “why” behind how you learn, think, and act to help identify your unique strengths and needs.

Expert diagnostics with clear, actionable recommendations and tools

All testing is conducted by a doctoral-level psychologist specializing in neuropsychological or psychoeducational assessments, utilizing gold-standard, evidence-based methods.

Many clients seek our services because they have:

• Been misdiagnosed in prior evaluations.

• Received unclear or incomplete results.

• Lacked a treatment plan tailored to their needs.

• Struggled to secure appropriate school accommodations

Our comprehensive, science-backed evaluations provide accurate diagnoses and meaningful, actionable recommendations to empower you with clarity and direction. Our evaluations go beyond diagnosis, providing clear and comprehensive answers, as well as a personalized, actionable roadmap with practical tools, resources, and next steps designed to help you or your child thrive with confidence and clarity.

kind, compassionate Care from Clinicians Who Truly Understand

As a team of clinicians who are also women and moms, we know firsthand how challenging it can be to navigate school systems and mental health care while advocating for yourself or your child. We understand the frustration, overwhelm, and uncertainty you may feel. That’s why we provide the same level of care we would expect for ourselves or our own children or family members.

Honest, Efficient, and Accurate

We offer a range of fees for our evaluations, based on your goals and needs. We do not charge a flat fee for evaluations. Instead, our pricing is based on the actual time spent on your assessment, ensuring that you only pay for what you need. This flexible approach allows us to tailor evaluations to your specific requirements:

• If your needs are more extensive, we conduct a thorough evaluation without cutting corners.

• If your needs are less complex, you’ll be charged accordingly, avoiding unnecessary costs.

Before beginning, clients are provided with an estimated testing price range depending on your needs, to help provide you with transparency and peace of mind throughout the process.

Comprehensive neuropsychological and psychoeducational assessments for children and adults across the lifespan

We assess individuals across a range of concerns, including but not limited to:

Neurodevelopmental and Learning Concerns

• ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

• Learning Disabilities:

• Dyslexia (Reading)

• Dyscalculia (Math)

• Dysgraphia (Writing, Spelling)

• Broad Developmental Delays

• Giftedness and Psychoeducational Testing

• Admissions Testing (Gifted Programs, SAT/ACT, GRE/LSAT Accommodations)

• Academic Performance:

  • Difficulty with reading, writing, or math

  • Challenges with organization, time management, and work completion

  • Struggles succeeding in school or demonstrating mastery of the curriculum

Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Challenges

• Anxiety and Depression

• Phobias

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Trauma and PTSD

• Behavior Problems at Home or School

• Social Skills and Interaction

• Self-Esteem Issues

• Child and Family Relationships

• Emotional Regulation

Cognitive and Memory Issues

• Attention and Concentration Difficulties

• Cognitive or Memory Problems

• Short- and Long-Term Memory Concerns

• Understanding or Producing Spoken Language

• Normal Aging-Related Cognitive Changes

• Neurodegenerative Conditions (e.g., Dementia, Stroke)

• Medical Conditions Impacting Cognition:

  • Cancer, Chronic Pain, Genetic Disorders, Sleep Disorders, COVID-19

Brain and Neurological Conditions

• Traumatic Brain Injury (Concussion to Severe TBI)

• Seizure Disorders (Epilepsy)

• Neurodegenerative Diseases (e.g., Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s)

• Genetic or Brain Disorders

• Sleep Disorders

Specialized Areas of Focus

Beyond the concerns mentioned above, we are extremely proud to work with individuals seeking specialized evaluations for the following specific and often hard-to-find areas of care.

twice-exceptional, giftedness, complexity

• We specialize in evaluating neurodivergence in its many forms, including giftedness and twice-exceptionality—profiles that are often complex and may co-occur with conditions such as ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities.

Standardized Test Accommodations (SAT/ACT, GRE/LSAT)

• We have extensive experience conducting testing as required by testing boards such as the SAT, ACT, GRE, and LSAT to support formal requests for accommodations.

Young Adults struggling to launch

• We specialize in working with young adults who are struggling to launch—those who may feel stuck, uncertain, or overlooked. Many come to us without a clear diagnosis, unsure of what’s getting in the way. Our goal is to help uncover what’s beneath the surface, provide accurate diagnoses when needed, and connect them with the services and support that can foster confidence, independence, and a deeper understanding of their unique strengths.

Complex and Long-Standing Concerns which may have been masked or overshadowed by high abilities

• We specialize in comprehensive evaluations for individuals grappling with complex and long-standing concerns—especially those whose high abilities may have masked their struggles for years. Often, these clients come to us with a deep sense that something has felt “off” or unnamed for much of their lives, despite prior evaluations or attempts to seek help that led to inconclusive answers. For many, their challenges were overshadowed by giftedness, perfectionism, or the ability to compensate in ways that kept underlying symptoms hidden from view. Our approach is designed to bring clarity, direction, and relief.

child Autism Testing

• We specialize in comprehensive evaluations for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children, with a deep understanding that every child presents differently. Some may show early signs that are easily recognizable, while others—especially those who are highly verbal, gifted, or sensitive—may have more subtle profiles that are often misunderstood or overlooked. Our assessments are thorough, developmentally informed, and grounded in the latest research, combining clinical expertise with a heartfelt respect for each child’s uniqueness. We take great care in listening to parents’ concerns, observing the child in context, and using evidence-based tools to arrive at a diagnosis when appropriate. More than just identifying challenges, our goal is to help families understand their child’s strengths and needs, access supportive services, and build a path forward that feels hopeful, clear, and empowering.

Adult autism testing

• We specialize in assessing adults for autism spectrum disorder and are one of the few practices in the Washington DC region dedicated to this important work. Many of our clients come to us after years of feeling unseen or misunderstood. They’ve often developed masking or coping strategies that hide their symptoms, yet the pain of disconnection or confusion remains.

• Our comprehensive testing process can help you find the answers you’ve been searching for—bringing clarity, validation, and relief. Understanding yourself better is the first step toward living a life that is more connected and authentic.

Neurodivergent Girls, Teens, Women, and Those with Similar Experiences

• We specialize in evaluating individuals whose neurodivergent experiences—such as ADHD, autism, or other neurodevelopmental differences—may not fit traditional diagnostic frameworks. This is especially true for girls, teens, women, and those who have been socialized under similar gendered expectations, where masking, overcompensating, or internalizing struggles can lead to delayed or missed diagnoses. Many of the people we work with describe feeling as though something has been “off” for years, yet previous evaluations were inconclusive or failed to capture the full picture. Often, their challenges have been minimized, misinterpreted, or overshadowed by strengths like high achievement or sensitivity to others’ needs. We are here to help you uncover the deeper patterns beneath the surface and provide clarity, language, and relief to those who’ve spent too long feeling unseen.

ADHD and executive functioning in girls, women, and those with similar experiences

• ADHD and executive functioning difficulties often show up differently in girls, women, and individuals socialized to be attentive, agreeable, or high-achieving—traits that can mask the core symptoms for years. Rather than the classic hyperactivity often associated with ADHD, many experience chronic overwhelm, internal restlessness, emotional sensitivity, forgetfulness, or difficulties with time management and organization that are quietly distressing but rarely recognized. These struggles are frequently misattributed to character flaws—being “too sensitive,” “lazy,” or “scattered”—rather than understood as neurodevelopmental in origin. Over time, this can lead to anxiety, shame, burnout, and a sense of falling short despite tremendous effort.

• We specialize in identifying these subtler presentations of ADHD, helping you finally name what you’ve been experiencing, and offering clear, compassionate insight into how your brain works. Our evaluations provide not only answers, but a starting point for healing, self-understanding, and real-world strategies that support confidence and ease.

Culturally Affirming evaluations

• We are also mindful of how factors such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and other intersecting identities influence the way neurodiverse traits are perceived and understood.

• Our goal is to help you move from feeling misunderstood or overlooked to finding answers and actionable steps toward your well-being. You’re not alone, and we are here to support you.

Types of Evaluations

We’ve designed our evaluation program around a few core types—such as comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for adults, and comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents. These serve as the foundation, but the true customization begins during your intake appointment with one of our neuropsychologists. That initial conversation allows us to understand your specific concerns and goals, while also identifying additional areas that may need to be explored—questions you may not have thought to ask, but that are essential to getting a full picture.

This comprehensive approach is intentional. Many conditions overlap or mimic one another, and focusing on just one area often leads to missed pieces. By looking at the whole person comprehensively, we’re able to rule in and rule out diagnoses thoughtfully, ensuring the results are accurate, meaningful, and truly supportive of the next steps in your journey.

Comprehensive
Neuropsychological or Psychoeducational Testing
for Children and Teens

A neuropsychological or psychoeducational evaluation is recommended when:

• your child is experiencing difficulties with academics, learning, school, attention, and emotions or behaviors.

• you are looking to have your child or teen evaluated for ADHD ASD, or learning disabilities.

• you are looking to have your child or teen evaluated for emotional testing and mood concerns, including depression, anxiety, bipolar, oppositionality, and irritability.

These evaluations are critical to the future of a child. The results from an evaluation can positively impact their academic life in the short term, and also help ensure they live up to their full potential as they grow into adulthood.

Assessment in children is complex with many overlapping symptoms. Therefore comprehensive neuropsychological or psychoeducational testing is needed in order to tease apart potential factors contributing to symptoms and to make clear, definitive diagnoses for your child.

This evaluation will provide you with clear, accurate diagnoses and meaningful recommendations to clarify your child’s needs and a path forward ahead. You will gain an understanding of your child’s strengths as well as their areas for continued growth.

A neuropsychological or psychoeducational evaluation with us will provide you with the following detailed information about your child:

• Intellectual Ability/IQ

• Academic functioning

• Memory and learning

• Language

• Visual-motor and visual-spatial functioning

• Brief and sustained attention and concentration

• Executive functioning

• Socioemotional functioning

• Adaptive Functioning

Information is also gathered and synthesized with data collected from parents and teachers of the child to obtain an in-depth understanding of your child’s difficulties in different contexts. Specific, individualized recommendations will be provided to address each child’s individualized needs, with a feedback session and comprehensive, written report. This report and the resulting recommendations is critical to obtaining formal accommodations in school.

Comprehensive Neuropsychological Testing for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
in Children and Teens

We provide top, gold standard evaluations for ASD in children and teens. This type of testing is extremely comprehensive in nature in order to rule in and rule out other potential, differential diagnoses. This evaluation comprehensively assesses for all diagnoses, so that you will not only learn about ASD but any co-occurring diagnoses such as ADHD.

This evaluation is the neuropsychological evaluation conducted with children and teens, but includes the additional component of evaluating for ASD.

• Intellectual Ability/IQ

• Academic functioning

• Memory and learning

• Language

• Visuo-Spatial functioning

• Brief and sustained attention and concentration

• Executive functioning

• Emotional and behavioral functioning

• Social Cognition

• Autism Spectrum*

Comprehensive Neuropsychological/Psychoeducational Testing for Young Adults and Adults

A comprehensive evaluation is usually conducted when this is your first experience with testing, or if you need documentation to apply for academic accommodations in public and private schools, colleges, and on standardized tests.

A neuropsychological evaluation provides detailed information about a broad range of functions including:

• Intellectual Ability/IQ

• Academic functioning

• Memory and learning

• Language

• Visuo-Spatial functioning

• Brief and sustained attention and concentration

• Executive functioning

• Emotional and behavioral functioning

These evaluations are designed to help you clarify diagnosis and treatment planning to help provide an understanding of how you and your medical providers, and academic, work and family support systems can best help you. They can also help you obtain a profile of your strengths and weaknesses to critically guide rehabilitation or educational services, understand how best to return to work or school.

Adult Emotional/Personality Testing

The Adult Emotional/Personality Evaluation is brief and focused, including domain specific evaluation for emotional or behavioral concerns.

This type of evaluation is for adults only and will help you gain a deeper understanding of your mood and specific psychiatric symptoms you may be experiencing.

This type of testing helps clarify diagnoses, and provides recommendations for future therapy/treatment planning purposes. It is often requested by health care providers so that they can obtain diagnoses and recommendations to best inform treatment.

Adult Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Testing

It can be challenging as an adult to obtain testing for autism. Many places specialize only in autism testing for children. However, we are pleased to share that we also specialize in autism testing for adults. Many of the adults we see have experienced symptoms for much of their lives which have gone unrecognized and undiagnosed. We use gold standard measures in all of our assessments.

This type of testing is extremely comprehensive in nature in order to rule in and rule out other potential, differential diagnoses.

• Intellectual Ability/IQ

• Academic functioning

• Memory and learning

• Language

• Visuo-Spatial functioning

• Brief and sustained attention and concentration

• Executive functioning

• Emotional and behavioral functioning

• Social Cognition

• Autism Spectrum

Adult ADHD Evaluations

The Adult ADHD Evaluation is brief and focused, and includes specific, targeted assessment and recommendations. It is recommended primarily for adults who are looking for a differential diagnosis, or for working professionals who are experiencing symptoms in the workplace. Academic testing is limited or not included in the ADHD Evaluation, and the report is shorter. This evaluation is only available if deemed clinically appropriate.

This evaluation is not appropriate for children and teens seeking an evaluation for ADHD due to its brevity and lack of comprehensiveness. As evaluation in children and teens is complex with many overlapping symptoms, children and teens requiring who need an evaluation for ADHD receive comprehensive Neuropsychological or Psychoeducational Evaluations.

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