Our team provides comprehensive assessments and targeted support designed to help individuals better understand how they learn and develop strategies for long-term success
We use structured assessments to better understand how individuals learn, focus, and process information
Our assessments provide clear explanations of strengths, challenges, and recommendations
We offer guidance and strategies that can support learning, organization, and academic success
We work closely with families, educators, and other professionals when appropriate
A psychoeducational assessment is a comprehensive evaluation that examines a student’s cognitive abilities, academic skills, and learning profile to better understand how they process and retain information. It can help identify learning disorders; attentional difficulties such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder; and areas of strength, while providing practical recommendations for school supports and accommodations.
At Whole Heart Mental Health & Wellness, psychoeducational assessments are completed by Dr. Gillian Kirsh. To inquire or arrange an assessment, she can be contacted directly at gkirsh@rogers.com.
A psychoeducational assessment or academic support may be helpful if a student is struggling in school despite putting in effort. These services help identify learning strengths, areas of difficulty, and strategies that support long-term academic success.
Students across Toronto, Ajax, and the Greater Toronto Area may benefit from psychoeducational assessments or executive function support if they experience:
• Difficulty with reading, writing, or math
• Challenges with attention, focus, or concentration
• Struggles with organization, planning, or time management
• Academic performance that does not reflect their abilities
• Stress or frustration related to school
• The need for formal academic accommodations
A comprehensive psychoeducational assessment helps students better understand how they learn and guides personalized recommendations for academic success.
A psychoeducational assessment is a comprehensive evaluation that examines cognitive abilities, academic skills, attention, memory, and learning processes.
The assessment process typically includes:
• An initial consultation to understand learning concerns
• Standardized cognitive and academic testing
• Review of educational and developmental history
• A detailed written report outlining strengths and areas of difficulty
• Recommendations for academic supports and accommodations
• A feedback meeting to review results and next steps
These assessments help students, families, and educators better understand a student’s learning profile and identify strategies that support academic success.
Yes. A psychoeducational assessment can help identify learning differences such as learning disabilities, attention difficulties, or other factors that may impact academic performance.
The assessment evaluates areas such as attention, memory, processing speed, reading, writing, and math skills. The results help determine whether a student may meet criteria for certain learning conditions and provide recommendations for appropriate academic supports or accommodations.
Executive function coaching focuses on developing skills that help students manage their academic responsibilities more effectively. These skills include organization, time management, planning, task initiation, and study strategies.
Through executive function coaching, students learn practical tools to manage assignments, reduce overwhelm, and build confidence in their academic abilities. This support can be especially helpful for students who struggle with attention, procrastination, or staying organized.
Yes. Many schools, colleges, and universities require a formal psychoeducational assessment to provide academic accommodations such as extended exam time, note-taking support, or learning assistance services.
A comprehensive assessment provides documentation that helps educational institutions understand a student’s learning profile and determine appropriate accommodations that support their academic success.
Our assessment services provide clarity, insight, and practical recommendations to support learning and long-term success
