Learning Disability Testing in Denver
Understanding How Your Child Learns Best
Thoughtful testing that helps explain learning struggles and guide next steps for school and home
A Clearer Picture of How Your Child Learns
Some children work very hard in school but still struggle to keep up with reading, writing, or math.
Your child may be bright, thoughtful, and capable, yet homework becomes frustrating. Assignments may take far longer than expected. Teachers may notice that your child is putting in effort but not making the progress they should.
Over time, this can leave both children and parents feeling confused about why learning feels so difficult.
A learning disability evaluation helps bring clarity to these questions by looking closely at how your child processes information. From there, we can identify the supports that help your child learn more comfortably and confidently.
Signs a Learning Evaluation May Be Helpful
Sometimes these challenges become clear in early elementary school. In other cases, they appear later as academic demands increase.
Learning disability testing may be helpful if your child:
- Struggles significantly with reading, writing, or math
- Works very hard but still falls behind academically
- Avoids schoolwork or becomes easily frustrated with homework
- Has difficulty understanding written instructions
- Shows strong verbal ability but weaker academic performance
- Takes much longer than peers to complete assignments
- Experiences increasing stress related to school
My Approach to Learning Evaluations
Learning differences are not a reflection of intelligence or effort. Many children with learning disabilities are highly capable and motivated.
My goal is to understand how a child’s brain processes information so that support can be aligned with how they naturally learn.
The evaluation focuses on identifying both strengths and areas of challenge, helping families and schools work together more effectively.
After the evaluation, families receive:
- A comprehensive written report
- Clear explanations of testing results
- Recommendations for school accommodations or interventions
- Guidance about next steps for support or therapy if helpful
How We Begin
Begin with a Consultation
The process begins with a conversation about your child’s learning history, school experiences, and the concerns that led you to seek testing.
Complete the Evaluation
Your child completes testing that looks at reading, writing, math, memory, and thinking skills. The sessions are paced in a supportive way so they can show what they do well and where they may need help.
Review Results and Next Steps
After scoring and interpretation, we meet for a feedback session to review results, discuss recommendations, and answer questions.
Frequently Asked Questions About Learning Disability Testing
What learning disabilities can testing identify?
Testing can identify learning differences such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and other processing challenges that affect academic learning.
Does my child need a referral for testing?
No referral is required. Families can contact the practice directly to schedule a consultation.
Will I receive a written report after testing?
Yes. The evaluation includes a detailed written report explaining results and providing recommendations for school accommodations and support.
Can the results help with school accommodations?
Yes. Evaluation reports often help schools determine appropriate supports such as IEPs, 504 plans, or targeted academic interventions.
- Courtney Paisley, PhD
Understand Your Child’s Learning Profile
If school has felt frustrating or confusing for your child, testing can help clarify how they learn best.