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The Importance of Neuropsychological Assessments for Children With Dr. Lisa Novak
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Dr. Lisa Novak is the Co-founder and Clinical Director of Illuminate Psychological Assessments. She is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in neuropsychological assessments for children, adolescents, and young adults, as well as supervising other licensed and pre-licensed clinicians in their assessment work. Her areas of expertise include learning disabilities, ADHD, and the interplay between physical and mental health concerns. Dr. Novak earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
In this episode…Every child has his/her own unique set of skills, talents, and areas for improvement. Parents who notice certain concerns with their children are often advised to have them take a neuropsychological assessment. So what is the purpose of this evaluation, and how does it help children manage their difficulties?
According to Dr. Lisa Novak, a neuropsychological assessment is a deep dive into the source of a symptom, behavior, or challenge. Parents often come to her and her team when their children experience difficulty focusing, reading delays, and other dysregulated behavior. The goal of the evaluation is to identify the root cause and the next best steps to help the child.
In this episode of The Coping Podcast, licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Leigh Weisz hosts Dr. Lisa Novak, the Co-founder and Clinical Director of Illuminate Psychological Assessments, to talk about the value of neuropsychological assessments for children. Dr. Novak shares how these assessments benefit both parents and children, her usual process for identifying the root cause of children’s problems and challenges, and the impact of COVID on children’s emotional struggles.
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