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Comprehensive Evaluation Services

Dr. Kaskel provides a full range of individualized assessment services for children, adolescents, college students, adults, and older adults.

Neuropsychological Evaluations

  • In depth assessment of cognitive functioning, learning, attention, memory, executive functioning, processing speed, language, and problem solving.

  • Useful for identifying developmental, neurological, medical, or age-related changes.

Psychoeducational / Learning Disability Evaluations

  • Identification of learning disorders and academic strengths and weaknesses

  • Supports the development of IEP/504 plans, determination of college and standardized testing accommodations, and long-term educational or career planning.

ADHD Evaluations

  • Comprehensive assessment of attention, executive functioning, and self-regulation for diagnostic clarity and planning.

Comprehensive Autism Evaluations

  • In-depth assessment of social communication, behavior, development, and adaptive skills using gold-standard tools.

Gifted Evaluations

  • Cognitive testing for school-based gifted placement or enrichment programs.

Personality and Emotional Evaluations

  • Assessment of personality structure, emotional functioning, coping styles, and interpersonal dynamics to guide treatment planning.

General Intellectual (IQ) Evaluations

  • Cognitive testing to assess intellectual functioning for career/educational placement, diagnostic clarification, or personal insight.

Adaptive Functioning Evaluations

  • Assessment of daily living skills and functional independence for diagnostic purposes, service eligibility, or disability determination.

Vocational Interest & Aptitude Evaluations

  • Assessment of vocational strengths, weaknesses, and interests to support career planning and employment decisions.

Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA)

  • Identification of the underlying causes of challenging behaviors and the factors that maintain them Evaluation of behavioral patterns and the factors that maintain them across home, school, and community settings.

Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)

  • Clear, evidence-based plans created from FBA results for schools, families, or programs to address and support behavioral needs.

Common Reasons for Referral

Individuals and families seek evaluations with Dr. Kaskel for a wide range of concerns across the lifespan. Common referral questions include:

Cognitive & Memory Concerns

  • Memory loss or suspected dementia

  • Difficulties with attention, processing speed, or problem-solving

  • Concerns about age-related cognitive decline

  • Changes following medical, neurological, or psychological condition

Learning & Academic Challenges

  • Struggles with reading, writing, or math

  • Suspected learning disorders (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia)

  • Difficulty keeping up with school demands

  • Need for IEP or 504 plan recommendations

  • Requests for college or graduate school accommodations

  • Support for standardized testing accommodations (SAT, ACT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, etc.)

Behavioral & Emotional Difficulties

  • Behavioral concerns at home, school, or work

  • Anxiety or excessive worry

  • Mood changes, depression, or irritability

  • Symptoms related to trauma or stress

  • Challenges with emotional regulation

Developmental & Social Concerns

  • Questions about autism spectrum disorder

  • Social communication difficulties

  • Early developmental delays

  • Concerns about play, language, social interaction, or routine-based behaviors

Attention & Executive Functioning Issues

  • Inattention, distractibility, or hyperactivity

  • Disorganization, impulsivity, or difficulty following through

  • Challenges with planning, time management, or completing tasks

Personality, Interpersonal, or Relationship Concerns

  • Longstanding emotional patterns affecting daily life

  • Interpersonal conflict or difficulty maintaining relationships

  • Personality traits impacting well-being, functioning, or insight

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What to Expect

Every evaluation with Dr. Kaskel includes:

  • A thorough clinical interview and review of records

  • Standardized, evidence-based psychological and neuropsychological tests

  • Clear, detailed feedback explaining results and recommendations

  • A timely written report 

  • Practical, individualized recommendations

Phone: 561-463-2235       Fax: 561-300-2950

4851 West Hillsboro Blvd., Suite A1, Coconut Creek, FL 33073

PY8193

ilenekaskelpsyd@drkaskel.com

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