COMPREHENSIVE IN-PERSON CLIENT-CENTERED

ADHD & Psychoeducational Assessment That Opens Doors

Thorough, in-office evaluations by a licensed clinical psychologist — designed to meet the documentation standards that universities, licensing boards, and employers require.

Thorough and Personalized, Without Compromising Efficiency

Great clinical work cannot be rushed. Our structured, multi-session process allows for careful history-taking, standardized assessment, and thoughtful interpretation — resulting in conclusions that are accurate, well-supported, and meaningful. Clients leave not only with a clear diagnosis, but with insight and documentation they can rely on.

OUR PROCESS

Free Consultation

We’ll discuss your concerns and goals to determine which evaluation tier best fits your needs. Insurance benefits are verified in advance so you have a clear understanding of coverage.

01

15 minutes · Phone or Video

Clinical Interview

A thorough review of your developmental history and current concerns, along with an in-depth conversation about your experiences in a comfortable, in-person setting.

02

4 - 6 hours · In-Office

Testing Sessions

Standardized cognitive, achievement, and ADHD-specific measures are administered one-on-one. You’ll work directly with Dr. Buckelew in real time, allowing for careful observation and thoughtful interpretation.

03

60 minutes · In-Office

Feedback & Report

Within approximately two weeks, you’ll receive a comprehensive clinical report. A dedicated feedback session with Dr. Buckelew provides time to review findings in depth, ask questions, and discuss clear next steps.

04

60 minutes · In-Office or Video

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HOW WE COMPARE

Not All Evaluations Are Created Equally

  
    
        
        Elysian
        Virtual-Only
Clinics
        Large Group
Practices
      

    
        In-person with licensed PsyD
        ✓ Always
        ✗ Virtual only
        ✗ Often trainees
      

        IQ & cognitive testing
        ✓ Included
        ✗ Not offered
        ✗ Added cost
      

        Achievement testing
        ✓ Available
        ✗ Not offered
        ✗ Limited
      

        Meets university accommodation standards
        ✓ Yes
        ✗ Usually not
        ✗ Not guaranteed
      

        Accepts insurance
        ✓ Yes
        ✗ No
        ~ Varies
      

        Careful, real-time observation
        ✓ Always
        ✗ No
        ~ Varies
      

        Transparent pricing
        ✓ Posted
        ✓ Posted
        ✗ Call to inquire
      

        Detailed clinical report
        ✓ 12–25 pages
        ~ 4–5 pages
        ~ Varies
      

        Feedback session included
        ✓ Always
        ✗ Extra fee
        ~ Varies
      

        Same evaluator throughout
        ✓ Dr. Buckelew
        ~ Assigned at booking
        ✗ May rotate
      

        Accepting new clients
        ✓ Yes
        ~ Long waitlist
        ~ Long waitlist
      

  

Our Evaluation Options

Best for: Clarifying next steps before committing to full testing

Diagnostic Consultation

A focused clinical consultation designed to clarify whether comprehensive testing is necessary and which evaluation tier best fits your needs.

Includes:
— 60–minute clinical interview
— Review of relevant records
— ADHD and symptom rating scales when appropriate
— Brief written summary of impressions
— Feedback session

Investment: $350 – $450

Best for: Diagnostic clarity and accommodation documentation

Comprehensive ADHD Evaluation

A thorough, gold-standard ADHD evaluation conducted in person to ensure accuracy and validity.

Includes:
— WAIS-5 cognitive testing
— ADHD-specific and executive functioning measures
— Academic screening (WRAT-5)
— Socioemotional assessment
— Detailed written report
— Feedback session

Investment: $2,800 – $3,800

Focused Socioemotional Evaluation

Best for: Clarifying anxiety, depression, trauma, or overlapping concerns

This evaluation is designed to differentiate emotional or personality-based factors that may be impacting attention, mood, or functioning.

Includes:
— Comprehensive clinical interview
— Personality or socioemotional testing (e.g., PAI)
— Symptom measures as indicated
— Structured diagnostic report
— Feedback session

Investment: $1,500 – $2,000

Full Psychoeducational Evaluation

Best for: ADHD and learning disability evaluation for academic or professional accommodations

A comprehensive assessment examining cognitive functioning, academic achievement, and emotional factors.

Includes:
— WAIS-5 cognitive testing
— WIAT-4 academic achievement testing
— ADHD and executive functioning measures
— Socioemotional assessment
— Comprehensive clinical report
— Feedback session

Investment: $3,800 – $5,000

Insurance & Coverage

Most evaluations are covered in part by major PPO insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare, and Cigna.

Before scheduling, insurance benefits are verified so you understand your coverage and estimated out-of-pocket costs in advance. Coverage varies by plan and deductible.

Out-of-network options and superbills are available when applicable.

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