What to Expect
What to Expect
What the Process Looks Like at Coherence
Knowing what to expect can make the process feel more manageable. The sections below outline what families can expect when beginning either neuropsychological evaluation or therapy services at Coherence, including the steps involved, how to prepare, and what happens along the way. The goal is for families to arrive at their first appointment feeling informed, comfortable, and confident about the process ahead.
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Evaluation and Therapy Pathways
Neuropsychological Evaluation Pathway
- Initial inquiry and free 15-minute consultation
- Intake forms and record authorization sent electronically
- Record review before the first appointment
- Comprehensive clinical interview with parents and the patient
- Testing sessions across one to two appointments
- Scoring, integration, and report preparation
- Feedback session: findings explained, questions answered
- Written report provided, typically within two weeks of intake
- Optional direct coordination with schools or other providers
Therapy Services Pathway
- Initial inquiry and free 15-minute consultation
- Intake forms sent electronically
- Intake appointment: history, concerns, and goals
- Collaborative treatment planning with explicit goals
- Weekly sessions or adjusted frequency based on clinical need
- Regular progress check-ins and treatment plan review
- Parent involvement appropriate to age and presenting concerns
- Treatment continues until goals are met; length varies by individual
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Preparing for an Evaluation Appointment
For families preparing a child for neuropsychological evaluation, honest and developmentally appropriate preparation is usually the most helpful approach. Children tend to feel more comfortable when they have a realistic understanding of what to expect rather than being surprised by a new experience.
For younger children, a simple explanation may be enough: “We are going to meet someone who wants to learn more about how your brain works. You will do some activities and games that help show how you think, learn, and solve problems.” Older children and adolescents often benefit from more information about the purpose of the evaluation and may appreciate having a clearer understanding of what the process involves.
Before the appointment, it is helpful for children to be well-rested and to have eaten. Families should bring any items the child regularly uses, such as glasses, hearing devices, or other supports that help the child function comfortably.
If your child takes ADHD medication, this is something to discuss during the intake process with Jennifer Linton Reesman, PhD, ABPP or the evaluating clinician. The decision about medication use during testing should be based on the clinical question being answered and what information will be most useful from the evaluation.
When possible, families may also want to avoid scheduling an evaluation immediately after an especially demanding day or major stressor. The goal is for the child to arrive feeling as comfortable and prepared as possible so the evaluation can capture their abilities as accurately as possible.
Preparing for a Therapy Intake
The first therapy appointment at Coherence is a clinical intake conversation rather than a traditional therapy session. Korrie Allen, PsyD, ABSNP will use this time to learn about your child’s history, understand the concerns that brought your family to Coherence, and begin developing the clinical understanding that will guide treatment planning.
Families do not need to arrive with everything figured out. It is helpful to have a general sense of what you are hoping to better understand, what feels difficult right now, and what changes you would like to see, even if those answers are still taking shape.
Parents attending a therapy intake for a child are encouraged to consider the broader context surrounding the concern, including developmental history, family circumstances, school experiences, previous treatment, and relevant medical information. These details help create a fuller picture of the child and allow treatment recommendations to be tailored to the child’s individual needs.
Questions Before You Start?
We are happy to answer questions about the process before any appointments are scheduled.
Contact: info@coherenceneuropsych.com
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After the Evaluation or After Treatment Ends
For families who have completed a neuropsychological evaluation at Coherence, follow-up consultation is available when questions arise after the feedback session or as recommendations are being put into practice. These consultations are brief, focused, and available at an hourly rate. They are often helpful when a school meeting brings up new questions, when families need clarification about recommendations, or when changes in circumstances lead to questions about whether additional evaluation may be appropriate.
For families who have completed a course of therapy with Korrie Allen, PsyD, ABSNP, the conclusion of active treatment is approached as part of an ongoing clinical process. Korrie Allen, PsyD, ABSNP works with families to determine an appropriate plan for maintaining progress and identifying what to do if new concerns emerge. Consultation or re-engagement in treatment may be available if circumstances change or previously addressed challenges return.