What ages do you see for psychotherapy?

We work with children as young as 3 through college-aged young adults. We adjust our approach to match each child’s developmental stage so treatment is engaging and effective.

Do you coordinate with schools?

Yes. We regularly communicate with teachers, school psychologists, and IEP/504 teams when families request it. Coordinated care helps ensure consistent support across settings.

What conditions do you treat?

Common concerns include anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, adjustment to medical conditions, ADHD-related difficulties, autism-related social and emotional concerns, tic disorders, chronic pain, and stress-related physical symptoms.

Do you offer biofeedback?

Yes. Biofeedback is a non-invasive, evidence-based treatment for chronic headaches, abdominal pain, and other stress-related physical symptoms. Your clinician can help determine whether biofeedback is appropriate for your child.

How is psychotherapy different from a neuropsychological evaluation?

A neuropsychological evaluation is a comprehensive assessment of how your child thinks, learns, and processes the world. Psychotherapy is ongoing treatment focused on building coping skills, managing emotions, and addressing behavioral concerns. Many families benefit from both, and our team can help determine which service is the right starting point.

School Consultation

What Is a School Consultation?

A school consultation is a clinical review of your child’s existing educational documentation by a pediatric neuropsychologist. Rather than conducting new testing, we examine what has already been done, including school-administered evaluations, IEPs, 504 plans, and service recommendations, to determine whether they accurately reflect your child’s needs.

Many families come to us because something feels off. Their child has an IEP, but progress has stalled. A school evaluation was completed, but the findings do not seem to match what parents observe at home. Or a plan is in place, but the accommodations are not producing the results everyone expected.

Our role is to bring independent clinical expertise to the table. We review the data objectively, identify what may be missing, and provide actionable recommendations you can bring back to your child’s school team.

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When a School Consultation Can Help

If your child is receiving school-based services and you are unsure whether the current plan is meeting their needs, a consultation provides the clinical clarity to move forward. Families typically reach out when:

An IEP or 504 plan is not producing results
School evaluation findings seem incomplete
You are preparing for an IEP meeting
A change in services has been proposed
You are considering an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)

What We Review

A detailed clinical review of the documentation and plans that shape your child's school experience.

Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)

We review the full IEP document, including eligibility determinations, present levels of performance, annual goals, accommodations, related services, and placement decisions.

504 Plans

We evaluate whether the accommodations in a 504 plan are appropriate for your child's documented needs and whether additional supports should be considered.

School-Administered Evaluations

We examine psychoeducational or educational evaluations completed by school psychologists to determine whether they were comprehensive enough to capture your child's full profile.

Prior Independent Evaluations

If your child has had a previous private evaluation, we review the findings and recommendations to assess whether they were fully incorporated into school planning.

Service Recommendations and Progress Data

We review progress monitoring data, related service logs, and intervention records to evaluate whether current services are producing meaningful results.

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Understanding Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs)

An Independent Educational Evaluation is a comprehensive assessment conducted by a qualified professional outside the school district. Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), parents have the right to request an IEE when they disagree with the school’s evaluation of their child. In many cases, the school district is responsible for funding the IEE.

At Children’s BMC, our neuropsychological evaluations meet the standards required for an IEE. The assessment is the same thorough, evidence-based process we use for all comprehensive evaluations, covering cognitive, academic, emotional, social, and functional domains. The difference is the context: an IEE is specifically intended to provide the school with independent clinical data they may not have obtained through their own testing.

If you believe your child’s school evaluation was incomplete or inaccurate, a school consultation can help you determine whether requesting an IEE is the right next step. We review what was done, identify specific gaps, and help you understand the process for making a formal request to your district.

How Our School Consultation Works

A focused process designed to give your family clarity and actionable next steps.

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Initial Conversation

We start with a phone call to understand your concerns and determine whether a consultation is the right fit. We will ask about your child's current school plan, what is and is not working, and what you are hoping to accomplish. No referral is needed.

Document Review

You provide us with your child's school records, including evaluations, IEPs, 504 plans, progress reports, and any prior independent evaluations. Our neuropsychologist reviews everything thoroughly.

Consultation Meeting

We meet with you to walk through our findings. We explain what the data shows, where we see gaps or concerns, and what we recommend as next steps, whether that means adjusting the current plan, requesting specific services, or pursuing an independent evaluation.

Written Summary and Recommendations

You receive a written summary of our review with specific, actionable recommendations you can share with your child's school team. This document is designed to be immediately useful in IEP meetings and school conversations.

How to Get Started

1. Call Us

2. Your First Appointment

3. Begin Care

A member of our team will talk with you about your child’s needs, help identify the right service, and answer any initial questions. No referral needed. Call us at (253) 256-3626 or email admin@childrensbmc.com.

We begin with an intake or consultation to understand your child’s history, gather information, and learn what matters most to you and your child. Bring any school evaluations, IEP/504 plans, past evaluations, or report cards you have – but if you don’t have anything, that’s fine too.

Whether you’re starting an evaluation, therapy, or a skills group, we guide you through each step and keep you updated throughout the process. We’re collaborative from day one – a partner in your child’s journey.

If you’d like details about insurance, fees, what to expect, and frequently asked questions, you can learn more at Get Started.

Frequently Asked Questions

We work with families of school-age children from preschool through high school. Our neuropsychologists have experience navigating school systems at every level, from early intervention through transition planning.

Bring any documentation related to your child’s school services: current IEP or 504 plan, school evaluations, progress reports, report cards, teacher communications, and any prior private evaluations. The more information we have, the more thorough our review can be.

No. A school consultation is a review of existing documentation. We do not conduct new testing during a consultation. If our review determines that your child needs a more comprehensive assessment, we can discuss whether a neuropsychological evaluation or other service is the appropriate next step.

An IEE is a comprehensive evaluation conducted by a qualified provider outside the school district. Parents can request an IEE when they disagree with the school’s evaluation. Under federal law, the district may be required to fund the IEE. Our neuropsychological evaluations meet the standards required for an IEE.

Yes. Our written summary includes specific, actionable recommendations designed to support IEP development, 504 plan creation, and conversations with your child’s school team. We can also discuss strategies for presenting our findings effectively in school meetings.

We can discuss school liaison support on a case-by-case basis. In many situations, a well-prepared written summary and a pre-meeting consultation with you are the most effective way to ensure your child’s needs are represented.

We are not contracted with insurance, but many families still receive reimbursement depending on their plan. In some cases, out-of-network exceptions may allow in-network reimbursement rates. We are happy to provide the information you need to check your coverage and can answer any cost-related questions during your initial call.

School Consultation and IEP Review in Puget Sound

What Is a School Consultation?

When a School Consultation Can Help