Mental Health Services

Evaluate • Diagnose • Treat

Children with additional needs or disabilities often face unique challenges that can impact their mental health. At Aspire, we offer specialized mental health evaluation and treatment services - including comprehensive autism and ADHD diagnostic evaluations - to help these children develop skills to navigate their specific needs.

Our professionals are trained to work with children, providing personalized and compassionate care to help them address a range of mental health concerns.

 
 

Mental Health Services

We understand that mental health is just as important as physical health—especially for children and families navigating complex challenges. Whether your child is coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral concerns, or medical needs, our team provides a safe, supportive space to help them thrive.

We also recognize the emotional toll caregiving can take on parents. Balancing your child’s needs while managing school systems, healthcare, financial stress, or feelings of isolation can be overwhelming. Aspire offers services designed not just for kids, but for the whole family—supporting emotional well-being, strengthening coping strategies, and building resilience.

We help children and families manage a wide range of concerns, including:

  • Anxiety and stress

  • Depression and mood disorders

  • Trauma and PTSD

  • Emotional regulation and behavioral challenges

  • Social skills and peer relationships

  • Life transitions and family changes

When needed, we also provide recommendations to other providers to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care.

Our evidence-based therapy services include:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Play-Based Therapy

  • Mindfulness-Based Techniques

  • Family Therapy

  • Parent Coaching and Support

  • Comprehensive Evaluations

Comprehensive Autism Diagnostic Evaluations

Update on Availability of Appointments

A comprehensive autism diagnostic evaluation typically involves a team of Aspire professionals. This may include a psychologist, occupational therapist, speech-language pathologist, or other professionals.

Together, the team will review and integrate the findings from their evaluations to determine whether the child meets the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder.

This comprehensive approach will provide an accurate and nuanced understanding of the child's strengths and needs, and will inform individualized treatment planning.

Parents will receive a compiled report with complete evaluation findings and recommendations in a follow-up consultation with member(s) the team.

Here’s what you can expect during a comprehensive autism evaluation at Aspire:

  • Initial meeting with parents/caregivers (90 minutes)

  • Psychological testing (2-3 hours)

  • Speech, language, fine motor, and sensory assessment (2 hours)

  • Gross motor screening (15 minutes)

  • Comprehensive report

  • Family conference

You might interact with the following specialists:

  • Psychologist: The psychologist will conduct standardized testing to evaluate the child's cognitive abilities, social functioning, and behavior. They will also review the child's developmental history and assess for other conditions that may co-occur with autism.

  • Occupational therapist: The occupational therapist will assess the child's sensory processing, motor skills, and adaptive behaviors. They will also evaluate the child's ability to perform daily living tasks - such as dressing and eating - and provide recommendations for improving functional skills.

  • Speech-language pathologist: The speech-language pathologist will assess the child's communication skills including language development, speech sound production, and social communication. They will also evaluate the child's ability to understand and use nonverbal communication such as gestures and facial expressions.

ADHD Evaluations

Is your child facing challenges with focus and attention? ADHD is characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, which can impact daily functioning and attention control.

Find clarity and support through our specialized services for ADHD. Aspire offers comprehensive ADHD evaluations and expert treatment recommendations, all provided by our caring and skilled team of psychologists and clinicians.

We understand the concerns you have for your child's well-being, and our team is here to guide you through this journey with compassion and expertise. From thorough assessments to personalized strategies, let us help your child thrive and succeed.

Scheduling Update: We’re excited to be expanding our team so we can continue offering high-quality autism and ADHD evaluations. We anticipate having openings in summer or fall 2025. Please provide us your contact information so that you can be the first to hear when availability opens up. We are happy to keep you updated.

 

My son and I have been treated excellently. They explained everything to me and made sure we had an understanding of what was going on. 

-AB

This was the third neuropsychological evaluation we’ve been through in about 4 years. Aspire’s evaluator was VERY thorough, took many factors into consideration, and worked with a team of professionals to complete the evaluation. During one of the appointments, I talked to several staff in the waiting room. I felt warmth and care from all of them even though they don’t know me or my child. Overall, I felt respected and understood during this evaluation process and that is essential during a time that can be extremely sensitive for parents. 

-KM

 
 
 

Do you have questions or concerns about autism evaluations or mental health services and whether they are right for your child?