Assessments

BRINGING THE CHILD IN FOR TESTING

1. Tell your child in simple language why they are here, eg,'It has to do with the trouble you have had with reading, we want to make reading easier for you'
2. After the first family consultation the child is seen individually. Do not press the child for details about this interview, except to ask, 'Was that okay?'
3. Feedback is given to parents alone if problems have been found, to preserve the child's self-esteem.
4. If the child needs any therapy, they are told, 'Here are some exercises that really help children, let's try it and see how you like it' or 'Playing here will really help you with your reading'
5. Therapy is always presented to children in such a way that they enjoy it, therefore children usually really value their visits to the therapist

ASSESSMENTS

1) EMOTIONAL HEALTH

An assessment of the child's emotional development is made on the basis of the family interview, the developmental history, projective tests and observation of the child's play.
TIME -2 HOURS

2) FAMILY AND PARENTING SKILLS

Parents are interviewed to assess how they are managing the child's difficulties. They are advised on suitable communication skills and positive behaviour management skills. TIME -1 HOUR

3) EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENTS

Tests used :
WISC (till 16 years) TIME -3 HOURS
WAIS (adults) TIME -3 HOURS

Used for: Evaluating intelligence: memory, comprehension and reasoning for language and visual spatial abilities; attention span, concentration, attitude to learning, response speed. Identifies talents and learning difficulties.

4) DEVELOPMENTAL ASSESSMENT

Test used:
Griffiths Mental Developmental Scales.(birth till 8 months) TIME - 2 HOURS

Used for: Assessing age appropriate development in all areas, including body movement and fine motor co-ordination, thinking skills, visual and auditory perception, intelligence, social and emotional maturity, learning ability.

Call Anca now on +61 2 94183692 or on +61 414 414 286 for your personal appointment.