We are considering a private ed psych assessment for our 7 year old DS and we're wondering how you go about finding a good one, what the process is, what they actually do and how much it is all going to cost (we live in the NW if that is at all relevant).
DS has always been a difficult little boy,but I am getting more and more worried about him and what the future might hold.
His main issues are:
- Speech and language issues which he see a private speech therapist for (massive improvements in the last year and hoping for a Christmas discharge).
- Significantly behind his peers at school (just about reading with support, written work haw to be fully supported). His teachers tell me that he wants to do well.
- He has given up most of his sports recently.
- Constant fighting with his brothers.
- Running off when disciplined in any way - I am at the point where I don't want to take him anywhere.
- A terrible temper which is getting worse.
On the other hand he is very independent, loves ballet, is great at practical problem solving, loves to help around the house, has a nice group of friends, can behave well at times. School have been fantastic, but he is at a small private school so as far as I know we will have to pay for any extras.
I'm not really sure what I am looking for with the assessment - I just feel we need to do something to help him and I don't know what. I'm exhausted with it all, treading on egg shells and mediating to keep the peace. The summer holidays have not been enjoyable and we have barely started the summer holiday homework.
I would be grateful for any advice at all.