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At Soleil Psychology, Dr. Palmwood provides comprehensive psychological assessments that go far beyond checklists. As a PhD-level psychologist and neuroscience researcher, she combines gold-standard testing, in-depth clinical interviews, and evidence-based interpretation to give you clear answers and personalized recommendations—all delivered virtually for your convenience and privacy.
At Soleil Psychology, we provide comprehensive psychological evaluations for individuals across the lifespan—from children and teens to adults navigating complex questions about attention, learning, or cognitive strengths. Whether you’re seeking clarity around ADHD, learning differences, or giftedness, the process is designed to deliver insight, direction, and a personalized path forward. Below, you’ll find more about who we work with, how our approach stands out, what your report includes, and how to know if testing might be the right next step.
We serve clients of all ages, including:
Children who struggle with attention, impulsivity, or learning
Teens facing academic or behavioral challenges
College students or adults wondering if symptoms like forgetfulness, time-blindness, or disorganization could be ADHD
Parents and educators seeking clear answers and documentation to support school accommodations
Conducted by a PhD psychologist – Highly trained in testing, interpretation, and clinical diagnosis
Objective + subjective measures – Combines clinical interviews, behavior rating scales, and performance-based tests
Tailored recommendations – Includes customized strategies for home, school, work, and therapy
Quick turnaround – Most reports completed within 2–4 weeks
Collaboration-friendly – With your permission, we can share results with physicians, schools, or other providers
100% virtual – All assessments are conducted remotely and securely
Affirming of neurodiversity – We honor individual differences and focus on strengths as well as challenges
Each assessment includes a comprehensive written report with meaningful, real-world insights—not just scores on a page. Here's what you can expect:
Background history and presenting concerns
Detailed test results and clinical interpretation
Formal diagnoses (when applicable)
Strengths and challenges summary
Recommendations for school/work accommodations
Referrals for follow-up services (therapy, psychiatry, coaching, etc.)
Practical tools and strategies to support success
This isn’t just about getting a label — it’s about creating a roadmap to thrive.
If you’ve noticed:
Frequent forgetfulness, missed deadlines, or disorganization
Struggles with reading, writing, or math despite effort
Trouble following through on instructions
Emotional outbursts that seem tied to frustration or self-esteem
Curiosity about giftedness or advanced learning needs
Feeling like you’ve always had to work harder just to keep up
…it might be time to consider an assessment. Understanding what’s really going on can provide clarity—and a roadmap for what comes next.
Begin with a 60 minute virtual meeting where Dr. Palmwood gathers background information and listens closely to your concerns. This helps create a personalized assessment plan tailored to your goals.
