We provide comprehensive dyslexia assessments designed to help children and teens who struggle with reading, spelling, or written expression. Difficulties with reading can feel discouraging—for both kids and their families—but understanding the root of the challenge can make all the difference. Our evaluations help identify whether dyslexia is present and offer clear next steps to support your child’s learning and confidence.
Each provider on our team has different areas of expertise, for which they have been trained to provide specialized services. Some of our specialty areas include:
Comprehensive evaluations to assess reading accuracy, fluency, and comprehension
Testing that differentiates between dyslexia, dysgraphia, and other learning difficulties
Clear, practical recommendations for school supports, tutoring, and at-home strategies
When a bright and motivated child struggles to read, it can be confusing and frustrating. You may notice your child working hard yet still falling behind in reading or spelling, or experiencing stress when asked to read aloud. A dyslexia assessment can answer important questions about your child’s learning style and provide insight into how their brain processes written language. Many families seek an evaluation when they notice signs such as slow or effortful reading, frequent spelling errors, avoidance of reading, or difficulty sounding out unfamiliar words. It’s also important to understand that dyslexia and dysgraphia are not the same thing—while dyslexia primarily affects reading and spelling, dysgraphia involves difficulties with handwriting, written organization, and expressing thoughts in writing. Our testing process can help clarify whether one or both may be present, as these conditions often overlap.
We take a strengths-based, individualized approach to dyslexia testing. Each evaluation is designed to capture your child’s unique learning profile, highlighting both areas of challenge and the strengths that support growth and resilience. The process typically includes standardized assessments of reading accuracy, fluency, and comprehension, as well as related skills like phonological processing and memory. We also conduct cognitive testing to understand how your child processes information and completes language-based tasks. Input from parents, teachers, and caregivers helps round out the full picture of your child’s reading development and daily functioning.
Once testing is complete, we provide a feedback session and a detailed written report that explains the findings in clear, accessible language. The report will indicate whether your child meets criteria for dyslexia or another learning disorder, and offer specific, evidence-based recommendations. You’ll receive actionable guidance on next steps—such as structured literacy interventions, classroom accommodations (e.g., IEP or 504 plans), and home-based strategies to make reading feel less stressful and more achievable. Our goal is to ensure that families leave the process with clarity, practical tools, and renewed confidence in their child’s potential.
We provide dyslexia assessments for children (ages 6 and up) and teens. Whether your child is just beginning to read, struggling with more advanced comprehension, or preparing for the transition to middle or high school, our evaluations are tailored to meet their developmental needs.
If your child finds reading especially hard and you’re wondering if dyslexia might be the cause, we can help. At Strengths and Solutions, we offer compassionate, thorough dyslexia testing that guides families toward understanding, effective support, and hope for the future.
