Comprehensive Assessment

1.Initial Paperwork

Intake forms completed prior to the first scheduled appointment: Office Practice & Privacy Policies

Informed Consent for Psychological Evaluation

Initial Intake Document

Release of Information (for collateral contacts)

2. Who will be involved? 

You and close collateral contacts of your choice (parent, caregiver, spouse/significant other, current/past treatment providers) who have good knowledge of your [early] childhood development and/or mental health history. 

We also review prior evaluations, history of medical records, and collaborate with teachers or other care providers.

3. What Assessments Are Used?

  • ​Comprehensive Clinical Interviews

  • Intellectual Testing (Weschler Scales)

  • Multi-rater reports on Standardized Symptom Specific Measures 

  • Adaptive living, Continuous Performance, and/or Executive Functioning scales

  • OT tests of Sensory, Motor, and Feeding

4. Feedback and Full Report

A full comprehensive report will be completed and provided following a final feedback session.

The feedback session includes a review of assessment measures, results, and interpretations. We will discuss diagnoses and relevant recommendations.

Feedback is a collaborative process and an opportunity to clarify results of the assessment so that we can curate the most accurate and meaningful report for you.

We Specialize in Evaluations for:

  • Autism Spectrum and ADHD for youth (ages 3+). Dr. Jenna & Jen Leichtman Collaboratively provide comprehensive evaluations for Developmental diagnostic considerations such as Autism Spectrum, ADHD, and other developmental/behavioral challenges.

  • Adults (18+), for neurodiverse adults considering differentiation of Autism Spectrum, ADHD, and Anxiety related concerns. We value neurodiverse affirming approaches, that incorporate the many strengths and assets of living with neurodiversity while acknowledging the challenges/barriers of the demands of neurotypical expectations in systems including workplace, academic, and relationship contexts.  We have increasing awareness, knowledge, and skills to accurately assess neurodiversity in adulthood that has been potentially overlooked or misdiagnosed in early childhood (commonly as co-occurring or misunderstood as social anxiety, or ADHD).  

  • Youth and Young Adults, considering Mood, Anxiety, or ADHD-related concerns, especially with considerations around the history of Trauma and/or significant life stressors.  Working from a compassionate and strengths informed perspective, we work with youth/families and individuals to promote self-understanding, resiliency, and empowerment.  We are interested in supporting folx in the transition from adolescence to adulthood to provide clarity around identity/self, identify causes of distressing behaviors/symptoms, and guide folx toward the most effective treatment pathways or community resources.  

Psychotherapy

Dr. Jenna provides individual, parent/caregiver/family, and group psychotherapy. She specializes with folx who identify as neurodiverse and sexual & gender diverse+ who are:

Adults seeking support for processing childhood traumatic stress that has led to persistent symptoms and interference in relationships, work, or overall functioning. This may show up as symptoms of chronic stress/illness, depression, anxiety, or other body-based experiences of distress that we will work together to understand and bring relief to.

Young Children (3-12 yo) ​presenting with a range of developmental and/or neurodiverse challenges including autism spectrum, anxiety, and behavioral challenges.  I also have extensive experience working with young children who have experienced traumatic stress or significant life stressors.

Teens (13+ yo) presenting with depression, self-harm, anxiety, and relational challenges that lead to disruptions in relationships, academic, and family wellness. I specialize in working with youth who identify as gender and/or sexually diverse toward identity development, acceptance, and integration. 

Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy services are designed to promote healthy childhood development through assisting with individual and environmental supports/services.

Working with Jen in OT may include:
Initial/Re-Comprehensive Evaluation (social, emotional, learning, sensory, motor, feeding, activities of daily living)

Parent/Caregiver Feedback & Individualized Treatment Planning

Follow Up Care
Individual Sessions with your child & Parent/Caregiver Support

Feeding/Eating Therapy
for picky eaters or youth with ARFID

Group Therapy Services:
Social Relationships, Emotion Regulation, Executive Functioning

Care Coordination with school personnel or other treatment providers

And more…

Current Group Therapy

Parenting Neurodiversity ($75/session, Bi-Weekly Mondays, 12:15-1:15 PM)

Curious Connections age 7-9 yo ($150/session, Weekly Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 PM)

We welcome inquiries for specific group needs as we may be able to tailor and develop a group when the need matches our area of expertise.

Type 1 Diabetes Support

Occupational Therapy — Interoceptive awareness, feeding/eating support, T1D and Executive Functioning with Activities of Daily Living, Safe & Appropriate Physical Activity, Compensatory strategies for sensory loss

Psychotherapy — Adjustment to T1D diagnosis for children/families, navigating life transitions and T1D, prevention/intervention of co-occurring mental health conditions, strengths-based approach/attitudes towards T1D management

Consultation, Education, & Advocacy — School-based consultation and advocacy for 504/IEP, education & training for caregivers/staff