Understanding Psychoeducational Assessments
A psychoeducational assessment evaluates how an individual learns, processes information, and performs academically relative to their cognitive potential. It helps determine whether difficulties in reading, writing, or mathematics reflect a specific learning disorder, a broader cognitive pattern, or other influencing factors such as attention, anxiety, or emotional regulation.
At TPSRC, we provide psychoeducational assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. While learning disabilities are not formally diagnosed before age six, some parents choose to complete an early evaluation to guide early intervention planning and educational support.
Many individuals with learning disabilities go on to achieve remarkable academic and professional success. It is not uncommon for people with a history of learning differences to complete advanced programs in engineering, finance, law, medicine, etcetera. In these cases, a psychoeducational assessment can be instrumental in documenting the need for accommodations — such as, for example, extended time or a quiet environment — for high-stakes professional examinations or workplace settings.
Our Integrated Approach
Every assessment at TPSRC follows a structured, evidence-based process designed to be both thorough and practical. We don’t stop at identifying the problem — we focus on translating results into solutions.
Findings from the psychoeducational assessment are integrated into tailored recommendations for intervention, accommodation, and treatment planning. Our psychologists and psychological associates, along with their team, rely on current scientific evidence to ensure that all recommendations reflect best practices and are relevant to the client’s learning environment and developmental level.
The result is a comprehensive understanding of how the individual learns, paired with actionable strategies to support success at school, work, and beyond.
Who Conducts the Assessment
All assessments are completed by registered psychologists and psychological associates and their team who specialize in cognitive, academic, and learning evaluations. Each professional contributes their expertise to ensure that the assessment is comprehensive, accurate, and clinically sound.
The Assessment Process
Consultation
Every assessment begins with a consultation appointment with a registered psychologist. The consultation fee is $300, paid separately before the appointment. During this session, the psychologist will discuss your goals, background, and presenting concerns to confirm whether a psychoeducational assessment is the most appropriate next step. If you decide to proceed within 14 days of the consultation, the fee is applied toward the total assessment cost.
Structured Interviews and Testing
Before concluding the consultation, we will schedule:
- A structured background history interview,
- Standardized cognitive and academic testing, and
- A final feedback session.
The interviews can be completed virtually, but standardized testing is conducted in person at our clinic, located inside the Yonge–Sheppard Centre (2 Sheppard Avenue East, Suite 302, Toronto, Ontario).
During the feedback session, the psychologist reviews the results, explains the findings, and discusses individualized recommendations. You will receive a comprehensive written report summarizing the results, interpretations, and practical next steps. The report can be shared at your discretion with schools, licensing boards, or workplaces to support accommodations and educational planning.
The process typically takes five to eight hours and is completed over approximately eight weeks.
Assessment Cost
- Promotional rate: $2,000 — paid in full on the day of, or within one week of, the consultation
- Regular rate: $2,500 — half paid after intake, half at least 14 days before feedback
- Bi-weekly plan: $500 deposit after consultation, followed by $250 bi-weekly payments (requires proof of income, three recent pay slips, a utility bill dated within one month, a driver’s licence, and direct withdrawal authorization)
Price Matching
As part of our Affordable Healthcare Initiative, TPSRC will match the cost of a psychological assessment of the same investigative scope offered by another private psychology clinic in the Greater Toronto Area. To qualify, clients must provide a verifiable insurance estimate or written quote on the clinic’s official letterhead, dated within one week of scheduling the consultation with TPSRC.
Why Choose TPSRC
- Assessments are comprehensive, evidence-based, and tailored to the individual’s age, learning needs, and environment.
- We help clients of all ages — from early learners to professionals — better understand how they learn and what supports can maximize their potential.
- Findings are translated into clear, practical recommendations for educational, workplace, or professional settings.
- Our psychologists, psychological associates, and their team combine clinical expertise with a collaborative, client-centred approach.
- Reports are detailed, defensible, and designed to inform meaningful academic or vocational progress.
Clients who complete their psychoeducational assessments at TPSRC often describe a renewed sense of confidence and clarity — a deeper understanding of how they learn, and a clear plan for how to thrive.