Business Details
Educational & Psychological Testing Services in Pleasanton
At Gained Insight, we specialize in educational and psychological testing for children and young adults aged 6 through young adulthood. Our assessments identify cognitive, academic, and emotional strengths and weaknesses to create actionable plans tailored to each child's unique needs. We prioritize private, unbiased evaluations conducted over multiple sessions to minimize fatigue and ensure accuracy. Our process includes collaboration with teachers and support teams, comprehensive parent feedback, and individualized reports with evidence-based recommendations.With over two decades of experience, Dr. Katherine Nitz, a licensed clinical psychologist, leads our team in delivering personalized insights that empower families to support their child's academic and emotional growth. We maintain strict confidentiality and only share findings with parental consent, ensuring families retain full control over their child's information.
Services
Educational Testing
Psychological Assessment
ADHD Evaluation
Social-Emotional Testing
Learning Disability Assessment
Autism Spectrum Evaluation
Parent Consultation
School Collaboration
Intervention Planning
Comprehensive Reporting
Highlights and features
- We offer private assessments free from external pressures or diagnostic limitations.
- Our testing spans 2-3 sessions to minimize fatigue and ensure accurate results.
- We provide individualized feedback directly to both parents and children.
- Our comprehensive reports include evidence-based recommendations for home and school.
- Dr. Nitz collaborates with teachers and support teams with parental consent.
Services
Educational Testing
Our educational testing evaluates cognitive and academic strengths and weaknesses to identify learning disabilities or giftedness. We assess processing speed, memory, and academic skills to create targeted intervention plans. This service helps parents understand their child's unique learning profile and implement effective home and school strategies.
Psychological Assessment
Psychological assessments examine emotional and behavioral functioning through standardized testing and clinical interviews. We identify anxiety, depression, or social challenges while maintaining a child-friendly approach. Results guide evidence-based interventions to improve emotional well-being and family dynamics.
ADHD Evaluation
Our ADHD evaluations combine cognitive testing, behavioral observations, and parent/teacher input to diagnose attention disorders. We differentiate ADHD from other conditions and provide practical recommendations for classroom accommodations and home strategies to improve focus and organization.
Social-Emotional Testing
Social-emotional testing identifies challenges with emotional regulation, social skills, and behavioral patterns. We use age-appropriate tools to assess self-esteem, anxiety, and interpersonal difficulties. Findings help develop personalized strategies to improve emotional resilience and peer relationships.
Comprehensive Reporting
After testing, we provide detailed reports with diagnostic impressions, strengths/weaknesses analysis, and actionable recommendations. Reports include academic accommodations, therapeutic interventions, and practical strategies for home implementation. Parents receive clear guidance for sharing findings with schools or healthcare providers.
People
Dr. Katherine Nitz
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Katherine Nitz is a California licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience in child and adolescent assessment. She holds a PsyD from Alliant International University and specializes in educational testing, ADHD evaluations, and social-emotional assessments. Dr. Nitz collaborates with families and schools to develop evidence-based intervention plans tailored to each child's needs.
Questions
What age groups do you assess?
We specialize in testing children and young adults aged 6 through young adulthood.
How long does the testing process take?
Comprehensive assessments typically require 6-8 hours across 2-3 sessions to ensure accurate results.
What types of evaluations do you offer?
We provide educational testing, psychological assessments, ADHD evaluations, and social-emotional testing.
How do you share results with families?
Parents receive detailed feedback with actionable recommendations and a comprehensive written report.
Can you collaborate with schools?
With parental consent, we collaborate with teachers and school staff to implement support strategies.
