Standardized Assessment Services at Ascend Pediatrics

At Ascend Pediatrics, we understand that gaining a clear understanding of a person’s unique strengths and challenges is the first crucial step towards effective support. Our comprehensive standardized assessment services offer in-depth evaluations conducted by our experienced team of Psychologists. We provide detailed insights into development, learning style, and specific needs, forming the foundation for personalized and impactful interventions. We have assessments available for both Adults and Children!

Why Consider a Standardized Assessments

Assessments provide valuable information that can:

  • Identify Specific Needs: Pinpoint areas where your child might be excelling or facing difficulties, such as learning disabilities, developmental delays, or social-emotional challenges.

  • Guide Intervention: Provide a clear roadmap for tailored therapy plans, ensuring interventions are targeted and effective.

  • Inform Educational Planning: Offer insights that can support school-based programming, accommodations, and individualized education plans (IEPs).

  • Support Diagnoses: Contribute to official diagnoses when required, which can unlock access to specific funding or support services.

  • Empower Families: Give parents and caregivers a deeper understanding of their child's unique profile, fostering more effective support at home.

Our Comprehensive Assessment Offerings

Our Psychology team offers a range of specialized assessments, each designed to provide a thorough understanding of both Adults and Children

Child Psychological Assessments

Every child has a unique way of seeing and interacting with the world. When they face challenges—whether in the classroom, with friends, or at home—it can be difficult for parents to know how to help. A psychological assessment is a positive, proactive step towards understanding your child’s specific strengths and needs. Our goal is to provide you with a clear roadmap, giving you the insights and tools needed to help your child thrive.

Adult Psychology Assessments

Life can present challenges that are difficult to navigate alone. Whether you're seeking personal clarity, need documentation for a specific application, or are navigating a complex life transition, a psychological assessment can provide the answers and direction you need. Our assessments are a collaborative process designed to give you a deeper understanding of your strengths, challenges, and unique cognitive and emotional profile. We provide comprehensive reports and clear, actionable recommendations to help you move forward with confidence.

Comprehensive & Career-Focused Assessments

Return to Work Assessments

This evaluation assesses an individual's psychological readiness to return to their job after a leave of absence due to mental health reasons (e.g., burnout, depression, anxiety).

  • Who it's for: Employees preparing to return to work, or for employers seeking an objective opinion on an employee's psychological fitness for duty.

  • The outcome: A clear report with recommendations for a successful and sustainable return to the workplace, including any suggested accommodations.

Comprehensive Psychological Assessments

This is our most in-depth evaluation, integrating cognitive, behavioural, personality, and academic testing into one seamless assessment.

  • Who it's for: Individuals with complex or overlapping challenges who need a complete 360-degree view of their functioning.

  • The outcome: A holistic and highly detailed report that synthesizes all findings into a unified understanding, with a robust and integrated set of recommendations.

Assessments for Legal & Family Matters

Navigating the family court system is stressful. Our objective, child-focused assessments provide clarity for legal professionals and families alike.

Parenting Capacity Assessments

This is a comprehensive evaluation of a parent's ability to meet their child's physical, emotional, and developmental needs.

  • Who it's for: Parents involved in custody disputes or child welfare cases where questions about parenting abilities have been raised.

  • The outcome: A detailed, objective report for family court, lawyers, or child protective services that outlines parenting strengths and challenges.

Practice Note 7 (PN7) Interventions

PN7 is a court-ordered process in Alberta designed to help families in high-conflict separations. As qualified professionals, we can conduct the necessary evaluations and therapeutic interventions.

  • Who it's for: Families involved in high-conflict legal disputes who have been directed by the court to engage in a PN7 intervention.

  • The outcome: Fulfilling the court's requirements through specialized assessments and interventions aimed at reducing conflict and promoting child well-being.

Voice of the Child Assessments

This assessment provides a neutral, safe way for a child's views and preferences to be heard and considered in parenting disputes without them having to testify in court.

  • Who it's for: Separating or divorced parents who want or are required by the court to have their child's perspective professionally gathered and reported.

  • The outcome: A formal report that clearly and ethically conveys the child’s perspective to parents, lawyers, and the court.

Our Assessment Process

While each assessment is tailored to your specific needs, our general process includes:

  1. Initial Consultation/Intake

We begin with a discussion to understand your concerns and gather background information.

2. Assessment
Sessions

These sessions involve direct interaction with your child using standardized tools and clinical observation. Depending on the assessment, this may take one or more appointments.

3. Data Analysis &
Report Writing

Our therapists meticulously analyze the assessment data and compile a comprehensive report detailing findings, diagnoses (if applicable), and personalized recommendations.

4. Feedback Session

We schedule a dedicated meeting to review the results, explain the findings in clear language, and discuss recommended next steps and intervention strategies.

Ready to Find Your Path Forward?

Understanding is the first step towards positive change. You've learned about our services and our process, and now we invite you to connect with us. You don't have to have all the answers right now—that's what we're here for. Reach out to schedule a free, confidential consultation call. We can discuss your specific concerns and help you determine the most supportive path forward for you or your child. Let's take the next step, together.