Psychological Testing for Children
Psychological Assessment Service – Differential Diagnosis
Many families aren’t sure what type of assessment their child needs—and that’s completely okay. We don’t expect parents to know exactly what to ask for. Often, families are referred by a doctor, teacher, or another professional who may have shared a concern, but not the full picture.
Because of this, we take a comprehensive approach to assessments, with the goal of ensuring that nothing is missed. This may involve exploring a range of developmental, learning, or behavioral possibilities—such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), or Global Developmental Delay (GDD)/Intellectual Disability.
We refer to this as a differential assessment, meaning we consider and rule in or out multiple possibilities to arrive at the most accurate understanding of your child’s strengths and needs. At Speech & Language Builders, we offer a comprehensive, evidence-based differential diagnostic assessment led by an experienced, interdisciplinary team:
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Dr. Lynn Loutzenhiser, Registered Doctoral Psychologist
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Terryann McCurry, Registered Speech-Language Pathologist
This interdisciplinary approach ensures a well-rounded, accurate understanding of your child’s unique profile across cognitive, communication, emotional, social, and behavioral domains. Together, our team carefully considers overlapping symptoms and contributing factors to arrive at a clear diagnosis and offer tailored recommendations to support your child’s development.
We specialize in assessments for children aged 2 years, 6 months to 12 years, focusing on the identification of:
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
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Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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Intellectual Disability / Global Developmental Delay
Why a Differential Diagnosis?
A differential diagnosis is a systematic, in-depth process used to distinguish between developmental conditions that can present with similar symptoms—such as autism, ADHD, or language delays. By exploring multiple possibilities and integrating information from parent interviews, standardized testing, clinical observations, and speech-language evaluation, our team can accurately identify what’s truly going on for your child.
This approach is considered best practice because it minimizes the risk of misdiagnosis and ensures that your child receives the most appropriate supports and services from the start. A differential diagnosis provides a clear, comprehensive understanding of your child’s needs and a roadmap for moving forward.
Our 3-Step Assessment Process
Step 1: Initial Parent Consultation
A 90-minute, parent-only session with Dr. Loutzenhiser to gather developmental history, discuss concerns, and determine whether a full assessment is warranted.
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Fee: $400
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Insurance: Eligible under psychological services
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Note: This fee is applied toward the total assessment cost.
Step 2: Full Assessment
If recommended, your child will participate in a personalized assessment that may include:
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Standardized evidence-based assessment
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Communication and language assessment
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Observations in a structured setting
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Caregiver and/or educator questionnaires
Step 3: Results & Recommendations
You’ll receive:
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A final feedback session to walk through results, answer questions, and discuss next steps
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A comprehensive written report summarizing all findings
Cost & Coverage
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Full Differential Psychological Assessment: $3000
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Insurance Coverage: Eligible under both psychology and speech-language pathology services
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Note: The $400 consultation fee is applied toward the total cost of $3000
No Waitlist – Book Today
We pride ourselves on providing timely access to psychological assessment services—there is currently no waitlist for this service.
📞 Call 306-552-7771 extension 0 to book your appointment today!
Did you know!?
Speech and Language Builders is an approved service provider for Blue Cross, Great-West Life, Green Shield, RBC, and SSQ. We provide a receipt for all our services with a Saskatchewan registration number to qualify for insurance reimbursement. Many insurance providers offer coverage for private speech and language therapy. Inquire with your insurance provider to determine your coverage.
