You do not need to determine this on your own. During the initial consultation, we will discuss your concerns and determine which assessment is most appropriate based on your child’s needs and the questions you are hoping to answer.

Blooming Minds provides assessment services primarily for children and youth. Please contact the practice if you are unsure whether services are appropriate for your child’s age or needs.

The length of the assessment varies depending on the referral questions, the child’s needs, and the type of assessment being completed. The process typically includes intake and background information, assessment appointments, scoring and interpretation, a feedback meeting, and preparation of the written report.

Not necessarily. Assessment appointments can be scheduled in a way that considers the child’s age, attention, stamina, and individual needs. Additional sessions may be used when appropriate.

When appropriate, psychological assessment can help clarify whether a child meets diagnostic criteria for conditions such as ADHD, Specific Learning Disorder, Intellectual Developmental Disorder, or Autism Spectrum Disorder. Diagnostic conclusions are based on the information gathered during the assessment and are made only when sufficient evidence supports them.

Assessment fees include the assessment process, scoring and interpretation of results, feedback consultation, and a comprehensive written report with individualized recommendations.

Funding may be available through programs such as Jordan’s Principle and the Métis Nation–Saskatchewan Let’s Soar Program. Psychological assessment may also be eligible for reimbursement through some private or employer health benefit plans. Coverage and eligibility vary. Please see the Fees & Funding page for more information.

Yes. With parent or guardian consent, information may be gathered from school personnel as part of the assessment process. Assessment recommendations can also be developed with the child’s educational needs in mind.

Families may be asked to provide relevant report cards, Individualized Education Plans or other school records, previous assessment reports, and relevant medical or developmental information. Specific instructions will be provided as part of the intake process.

A feedback meeting is held to discuss the results, any diagnostic conclusions, recommendations, and next steps. Families also receive a comprehensive written report that can be shared with schools and other professionals at their discretion.