When You Need Clearer Answers
When a child’s abilities, effort and school performance do not seem to line up, it can be difficult to know what kind of support they need. A psychoeducational assessment can help clarify how they learn, where they may be struggling and what may help.
Learning Challenges
Reading, writing or math skills are developing differently than expected.
Attention & Focus
Staying focused, following instructions or completing work is difficult.
Uneven Performance
Strong abilities do not consistently show up in grades or schoolwork.
Organization & Planning
Managing time, materials, assignments or multi-step tasks is challenging.
Giftedness
Advanced abilities may require different learning opportunities and support.
School Stress
Frustration, avoidance or low confidence is affecting the school experience.
What the Assessment Can Explore
- Cognitive abilities and patterns of thinking
- Academic skills in reading, writing and mathematics
- Attention, concentration and executive functioning
- Memory, processing speed and working memory
- Learning strengths and areas of difficulty
- Possible learning disabilities, ADHD or giftedness
- Emotional or behavioural factors affecting learning
What You Receive
- A clearer understanding of how your child learns
- Identification of meaningful strengths and challenges
- Diagnostic clarification when supported by the findings
- A comprehensive written assessment report
- Personalized recommendations for home and school
- Strategies, accommodations and potential next steps
- A feedback session to review and explain the results
How the Assessment Works
The process brings together background information, standardized testing and professional interpretation to create a clearer picture of your child’s learning needs.
Parent Intake
We begin with a parent appointment to discuss your concerns, your child’s history and the questions you hope the assessment will answer.
Background Information
Parents, caregivers or teachers may complete questionnaires and provide school records or other relevant information.
In-Person Testing
Your child completes standardized activities selected for their age, needs and the areas being explored.
Scoring & Interpretation
The results are scored and considered alongside your child’s history, observations and supporting information.
Results & Report
You receive a feedback appointment, written report and recommendations for school, home and potential next steps.
Assessments are available for children and youth ages 7+ and are completed in person in Cochrane.
Your Assessment Psychologist
Rhylee completes psychoeducational assessments in person in Cochrane and works with families to turn assessment results into clear, practical recommendations.
Rhylee Redden
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Assessments for Ages 7+
Rhylee provides comprehensive psychoeducational assessments for learning disabilities, ADHD and giftedness. Her approach helps families understand how their child learns and what supports may help them move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Meet RhyleeFrequently Asked Questions
Questions About Psychoeducational Assessments
What ages are psychoeducational assessments available for?
Rhylee provides psychoeducational assessments for children and youth ages 7–17. Assessments are completed in person in Cochrane.
What can a psychoeducational assessment identify?
An assessment can explore cognitive abilities, academic achievement, attention, executive functioning, memory, processing speed and factors affecting learning.
Findings may help identify learning disabilities, ADHD, giftedness and other areas requiring additional support or investigation.
Do we need a referral from the school or a doctor?
A school or physician referral is not generally required to inquire about an assessment. Parents can contact MFM directly to discuss their concerns and determine whether an assessment may be appropriate.
What does the assessment process involve?
The process begins with a parent intake appointment and background information. Your child then completes in-person standardized testing selected for their age and the questions being explored.
Rhylee reviews the results alongside the available background information and provides a feedback appointment, written report and personalized recommendations.
How many appointments are required?
The number and length of appointments depend on the child’s age, needs and the areas being assessed. The process generally includes a parent intake, one or more testing appointments and a parent feedback session.
What information should parents provide?
Parents may be asked to provide report cards, previous assessments, relevant medical or developmental information, school documentation and completed questionnaires.
Teacher questionnaires or observations may also be requested when appropriate.
What consent is required when parents are separated?
When parents or guardians are separated, divorced or otherwise not together, MFM requires consent from both parents or guardians before the assessment can begin.
An exception may apply when a court order or other legal documentation confirms that one parent or guardian has sole decision-making authority for the child’s healthcare. The relevant documentation must be provided to MFM for review.
Will we receive a written report?
Yes. Parents receive a written report outlining the assessment findings, identified strengths and challenges, diagnostic conclusions when supported, and recommendations for home, school and potential next steps.
Are psychoeducational assessments covered by insurance?
Coverage depends on your individual insurance plan. We recommend asking your provider whether psychological or psychoeducational assessment services completed by a Registered Provisional Psychologist are eligible for coverage.
Clearer Answers Can Change What Comes Next.
Book with Rhylee or speak with Alyssa to determine whether a psychoeducational assessment may be the right next step.