Psychological Testing
and
Psycho-Educational Assessments

in
Northern Virginia

Committed to Providing Top-notch Psychological Evaluations and

Psycho-educational Testing

Offering a personalized approach to psychological testing for learning disorders,

social-emotional evaluations, and cognitive ability testing

with children, adolescents, and adults

Located in Alexandria, Virginia, the office is near Washington, D.C and easily accessible for clients in Maryland

Evaluations for Learning and Attention Issues

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Expertise in psychological testing services for:

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other issues related to executive functioning
Dyslexia and other reading disability
Written language learning disorder, dysgraphia
Dyscalculia (learning disability in math)
Social-emotional concerns, such as mood and social skills
Cognitive abilities / intellectual functioning

With ADHD testing and psychoeducational evaluations for dyslexia and other learning disabilities tailored to each individual’s needs, we can gain valuable information about the way a person:

Processes information
Solves problems
Learns material, and
Thinks about oneself and others.

Helping clients achieve

a clearer understanding of

ways to tackle obstacles and

reach their full potential.

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Trouble managing emotions? Difficulty making friends? Getting angry easily?
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Parenting and Dyslexia

A webinar that offers a glimpse into the experience of a reader with dyslexia and coaching for parents of children with a reading disorder.

Webinar about Bipolar Disorder

Informative webinar regarding the signs of bipolar disorder and effective treatment options. Also offers valuable information for individuals with bipolar disorder and their loved ones.

Dyslexia and the Impact on Emotional Well-being

Learn more about how students with undiagnosed dyslexia can experience mood and anxiety issues related to ongoing frustration with reading.

Dyslexia Self-Assessment Tool

If you’re wondering whether you or your child might have dyslexia or another type of learning disorder, a quick online assessment tool can help you take the first steps toward ensuring success at school and at work.

Summer Plans for Families with ADHD

Parents of children with ADHD can find some helpful tips to make the summer months as enjoyable as possible

Managing Emotions - for Teens with ADHD

CHADD has prepared a short video for teens with ADHD who can have trouble managing their emotions.

Black Community Peer Support Groups for Mood Disorder

Black community peer support groups offered by the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance.

ADHD and Health in Middle Age

Adults with ADHD in midlife can experience burnout and other signs of significant stress due to executive function issues. Read about the factors that contribute to stress and ways to manage these factors more effectively

Support Groups for ADHD

Individuals with ADHD and parents of children with ADHD can find both in-person and virtual peer support, education, and community

IEP Disability Categories

Special education disability categories are discussed in detail. Parents of children with dyslexia / reading disorder, written language disability, math learning disability, ADHD, autism, and other conditions can learn about the laws involved in special education.

For Parents of Children with Dyslexia

Stories from parents of children dealing with dyslexia / reading disorder and written language issues.

Helping your child with ADHD unwind at night

Children and adults with ADHD often have a hard time settling down and falling asleep at night. A helpful list of possible strategies is provided.

Test preparation tips

For parents looking for ways to help their child prepare for tests, eight strategies that can address the various obstacles that affect test performance:

Special Education Law: State vs. Federal

Detailed article describing the differences between federal law under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) and state law in providing special education services. Some examples include how a person qualifies for a specific learning disorder and the types of educational programs offered.

Structured Literacy for Dyslexia

A helpful infographic that explains the nature of effective intervention for dyslexia for children and adults.

Overcoming parental anxiety

Practical tips and cognitive-behavioral strategies for parents dealing with anxiety related to parenting their children

A Day in the Life of an Adult with ADHD

A simple explanation of some of the challenges adults with ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) can experience in a typical day at work

Tips from Students with Dyslexia

A list of insights gathered from students with dyslexia to fellow students with dyslexia on ways to navigate school successfully.

Resource for non-punitive parenting

Parents of children who are displaying concerning behaviors may want to check out these resources, which include training opportunities for parents.

Parent Training

A free resource on parenting strategies based on research from the Yale Parenting Center and other sources. Step-by-step instructions and demonstrations are provided to help parents bring about positive behavior change and improve their relationship with their child.

Webinar on Anxiety

Offering parents important information on how to help their young children and adolescents cope with situations that bring on anxiety. Parents can be an essential part of the process, as their children learn how to tackle anxiety and enjoy life.

Support groups for Depression and Bipolar Disorder

Free online support groups for adults dealing with depression and bipolar disorder. Groups are led by fellow peers, who are also managing a life with a mood disorder.

Supporting Your Child with Anxiety and/or OCD

Essential information for parents of children with OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder), with articles designed to help you better understand OCD and learn about effective treatments and ways to support efforts to manage symptoms at home.

Parent and Family Support Group for Dyslexia

Resource for the parents and family members of individuals with dyslexia and other learning disorders. Groups meet virtually every month.

Adults with Dyslexia support group

Learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, can make everyday activities stressful for many adults. Here is a resource for adults with dyslexia seeking support through virtual group meetings.

PTSD Support Group

PTSD, or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, involves cognitive, emotional, and physical symptoms that can be difficult to manage. Here is a peer-to-peer support group for individuals dealing with PTSD.

Webinar about ADHD for students and parents

Understand the relationship between emotional regulation and executive functions and the various ways in which emotional dysregulation can impair teen socialization. Evidence-based interventions that have been shown to help struggling teens are also discussed

Early Signs of Reading Issues

Reading and written language disorders can make school and everyday activities very challenging for students. Find out how to identify and address reading issues in your child.

Your Child's Rights in the IEP Process

A helpful explainer about learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia. The IEP (Individualized Education Program) process as well as the parts of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) are also briefly reviewed.

Private Testing for Dyslexia

Learning disability evaluations can help you figure out the reasons your child is struggling with reading, writing, or math. Find out whether a private evaluation for dyslexia and other learning disorders may be a good idea for your child.

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Christina Ralph, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist based in Alexandria, Virginia. She provides psycho-educational testing and psycho-diagnostic evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults, and she specializes in testing for learning disorders/ learning disability (such as dyslexia), ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), social skills issues (such as autism), and emotional-behavioral concerns. The Lifespan Psychological Services office is easily accessible from Washington, DC, Maryland, and the surrounding Northern Virginia areas of Fairfax County, Arlington, Springfield, Falls Church, and Great Falls.

Psychological TestingandPsycho-Educational Assessments

inNorthern Virginia

Committed to Providing Top-notch Psychological Evaluations and

Psycho-educational Testing

Evaluations for Learning and Attention Issues

Expertise in psychological testing services for:

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other issues related to executive functioning

Dyslexia and other reading disability

Written language learning disorder, dysgraphia

Dyscalculia (learning disability in math)

Social-emotional concerns, such as mood and social skills

Cognitive abilities / intellectual functioning

Helping clients achieve

a clearer understanding of

ways to tackle obstacles and

reach their full potential.

ADHD / Attention Deficit Testing

Dyslexia & Other Learning Disorder Evaluations

Cognitive Ability Testing

Social-Emotional Evaluations

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Psychological Testing
and
Psycho-Educational Assessments

in
Northern Virginia