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Expert Pediatric Neuropsychological Assessments in Towson, MD
Village Child Assessment was founded in 2015 by Dr. Kerry Silvia, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in pediatric neuropsychology. Our practice focuses on providing personalized, comprehensive neuropsychological assessments to help families understand children's cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and academic strengths and challenges. We collaborate closely with parents and educators to develop actionable recommendations tailored to each child's unique needs. Our assessments include detailed evaluations of attention, executive functioning, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, emotional challenges, and medical conditions.We deliver clear, parent-friendly reports with visual aids to simplify complex findings and guide effective interventions. Our mission emphasizes timely, individualized support through specialized academic interventions, school accommodations, home strategies, and referrals to complementary therapies. With expertise in assessing children from preschool through college age, we maintain active memberships in the American Psychological Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Neuropsychology to ensure adherence to best practices.
Services
Pediatric Neuropsychological Assessments
ADHD Evaluation
Autism Spectrum Assessment
Learning Disability Diagnosis
Emotional Functioning Analysis
Academic Planning Support
Medical Condition Impact Assessment
Executive Functioning Evaluation
Social Communication Assessment
Traumatic Brain Injury Evaluation
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We provide personalized assessments conducted directly by our licensed pediatric neuropsychologist
- Our reports include visual aids and plain-language explanations for easy understanding
- We develop customized intervention plans based on comprehensive cognitive and academic evaluations
- Specialized expertise in ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, and medical conditions
- Direct collaboration with parents and educators throughout the assessment process
Services
Pediatric Neuropsychological Assessments
Comprehensive evaluations identify children's cognitive strengths and challenges through standardized testing. Our assessments examine attention, memory, processing speed, and executive functioning skills. We provide detailed analysis to diagnose learning disabilities, developmental disorders, and neurological conditions.
ADHD Evaluation
Specialized testing protocols assess attention regulation and executive functioning. We evaluate symptom presentation across environments using behavioral checklists and cognitive measures. Our reports include evidence-based recommendations for academic accommodations and treatment planning.
Autism Spectrum Assessment
Multi-method assessment combines observational tools with developmental history reviews. We use gold-standard diagnostic instruments to evaluate social communication skills and repetitive behavior patterns. Our approach emphasizes practical support strategies for home and school settings.
Learning Disability Diagnosis
In-depth analysis of reading, writing, and math abilities identifies specific learning challenges. We assess underlying cognitive processes affecting academic performance. Our reports include targeted interventions for dyslexia, dyscalculia, and other learning differences.
Medical Condition Impact Assessment
Evaluations examine cognitive effects of medical conditions like traumatic brain injuries and chronic illnesses. We measure changes in cognitive functioning over time and provide recommendations for academic and therapeutic accommodations.
People
Kerry Silvia
Pediatric Neuropsychologist
Dr. Silvia is a licensed clinical psychologist with specialized training in pediatric neuropsychology. She earned her PhD from Suffolk University in 2010 and completed postdoctoral fellowship training at the University of Florida. With experience at the Berman Brain & Spine Institute, she established Village Child Assessment in 2015 to provide personalized evaluations.
Questions
What does a pediatric neuropsychological assessment include?
Our comprehensive assessment evaluates cognitive abilities, academic skills, emotional functioning, social communication, and behavioral patterns through standardized testing and clinical observations.
How can neuropsychological testing help my child?
Testing identifies specific learning disabilities, attention disorders, and developmental challenges while highlighting cognitive strengths to create targeted educational and therapeutic interventions.
What ages do you assess?
We specialize in evaluating children and adolescents from preschool age through college preparation, adapting our methods to each developmental stage.
How long does the assessment process take?
The process typically involves 3-5 hours of testing, a feedback session, and a detailed written report delivered within two weeks of evaluation completion.
Do you collaborate with schools and other professionals?
Yes, we coordinate with teachers, pediatricians, and therapists to ensure comprehensive care and implement effective support strategies across environments.
What should we bring to the initial consultation?
Please bring any previous evaluation reports, school records, and specific concerns you wish to address during the assessment process.
