Process

A free initial telephone conversation is available to determine if consultation services are needed.

Our services include:

• Initial interview with parents and the student to identify the issues, concerns, goals and expectations the family has for their student.
• Conversation about the types of schools or programs which may be available, as well as the student’s academic, social and psychological history is discussed.
• Independent conversation with the student to assess the personality, interests and goals of that student.
• Evaluation of all psychoeducational or standardized testing.
• Referrals to other mental health or educational professionals, ie. Psychiatrists, psychologists, neurologists, speech/language pathologists, educational diagnosticians, or tutors as needed.
• Contact with important professional resources who have interfaced with the family and student in the last two or three years.
• Research into appropriate school/program placement. Presentation of a school list to the family of those schools which meet the student’s needs, as well as provide information as to the school’s strengths and weaknesses.
• Communication with schools and programs as deemed necessary.
• Resume, essay and application help
• Ongoing consultation during the search process regarding applications, visits, etc.
• Follow-up advice and support after students are enrolled.

In an emergency situation, our company is able to arrange placement within 24-48 hours at a program or school for troubled teens.