Welcome to Gifted Testing Colorado

I am a licensed School Psychologist in Colorado and hold an Education Specialist (EdS) degree in School Psychology, the recognized graduate-level credential for school psychologists in the United States. My training combined coursework in cognitive assessment, child development, learning differences, and educational law with a full-year supervised internship in a Colorado school district. Licensure as a school psychologist requires passing a national exam and completing ongoing continuing education, both of which I maintain.

Cognitive assessment is a core competency of school psychology training. I have administered, scored, and interpreted hundreds of individual cognitive evaluations, with primary expertise in the Wechsler family of tests — the WPPSI-IV for ages 2 1/2 through 7 and the WISC-V for ages 6 through 16. These are the same gold-standard assessments used by Colorado school districts for gifted identification, which means the results I provide are directly usable in district Advanced Learning Plan (ALP) decisions. I follow current publisher guidelines for standardized administration on every evaluation.

Before launching Gifted Testing Colorado, I worked as a practicing School Psychologist inside Colorado public schools. In that role, I participated directly in gifted identification processes, Advanced Learning Plan (ALP) meetings, child study teams, and special education evaluations. That hands-on experience inside districts is the reason my reports translate cleanly into school decision-making — I write the way schools read, using the same terminology, the same score frameworks, and the same identification criteria district teams use every day.

Gifted identification is a narrow, technical area of school psychology, and it is my chosen specialty. I focus exclusively on cognitive evaluations for gifted programming, which means I am not splitting my time across diagnostic clinical assessments, therapy, or unrelated services. That focus matters: it lets me stay current on Colorado Department of Education guidance, district ALP practices, and updates to the WPPSI-IV and WISC-V publisher materials. Families come to me when they want a focused, defensible cognitive evaluation that schools will recognize and use.

Testing day should feel calm, not clinical. I spend the first part of every appointment building rapport with your child, explaining the activities in age-appropriate language, and pacing the session to their energy. Many kids tell their parents afterward that the testing felt like puzzles and games. I also keep parents informed: you will know what to expect before the appointment, what was completed during the session, and exactly when to expect the written report. There are no surprises and no jargon-only conversations.

Too many Colorado families end up stuck in long district testing queues, paying clinical evaluation prices for what is essentially a focused cognitive question, or piecing together information from forums and outdated articles. I built Gifted Testing Colorado to remove those barriers: one flat fee, clear timelines, the right assessment for your child's age, and a written report that is genuinely useful at school. Whether your child is being considered for an Advanced Learning Plan, grade acceleration, a magnet or charter gifted program, or simply needs a clearer picture of how they learn, my goal is to make that path as straightforward as possible for your family.

Gifted testing is a formal evaluation that measures a child's cognitive abilities through standardized cognitive assessments. This process helps determine if a child qualifies for gifted program placement and can serve as part of the evidence needed for advanced academic programs or services. For accurate evaluations, parents often consult a School Psychologist in Colorado.

Families seek gifted testing for various reasons, including gifted program placement into accelerated programs, to better understand their child’s learning profile through cognitive assessments, or to support advocacy within their educational setting. Additionally, testing can help identify twice-exceptional (2e) learners, who are gifted but may also have a learning difference. Parents may also consult a School Psychologist in Colorado for further insights.

Gifted testing, often a part of cognitive assessments, is typically most accurate and appropriate for children ages 6 and up. However, some tools can be utilized for younger children when necessary. For gifted program placement, most school districts require testing around ages 6–9, which is often conducted by a School Psychologist in Colorado.

Cognitive assessments are conducted in a calm, one-on-one environment and typically take 2 to 3 hours, depending on the child’s age and attention span. Breaks are built in as needed to ensure the best experience, especially for those being evaluated for gifted program placement. This process is overseen by a qualified School Psychologist in Colorado.

Not necessarily. Gifted identification for gifted program placement is based on a combination of cognitive assessments and district-specific criteria. While many students demonstrate high potential, formal gifted placement depends on school or district policies, which can vary. We provide a detailed report that you can share with your child’s school for consideration, which may include insights from a School Psychologist in Colorado.

No. This is an educational evaluation, not a clinical diagnosis. Licensed School Psychologists in Colorado conduct cognitive assessments to assist with school planning, including gifted program placement, but they do not diagnose or treat medical or psychological conditions. If necessary, we can refer you to a licensed clinical psychologist or neuropsychologist for further assessment.

You will typically receive a comprehensive written report within 5 business days of the testing session, which includes the results of cognitive assessments. This report not only contains test scores and interpretations but also plays a crucial role in determining gifted program placement. For those seeking expertise, a School Psychologist in Colorado will ensure that the report meets all necessary standards.

Yes! You will receive a parent-friendly report that is suitable for sharing with your child’s school team, including the gifted coordinator or special education team, and it will also provide insights from cognitive assessments that can aid in gifted program placement. This is especially useful when working with a School Psychologist in Colorado.

I offer flat-rate cognitive assessments at $500 per evaluation — either the WPPSI-IV (ages 2–7) or the WISC-V (ages 6–16). These assessments can assist in determining eligibility for gifted program placement. All services are private pay and provided by an experienced School Psychologist in Colorado.