Testing day is the visible part of an evaluation, but much of the value comes afterward. Here is what happens between the last task and a plan you can act on.
Scoring and interpretation
Each standardized measure is scored against its comparison group. Then the clinician does the real work: integrating scores, history, rating scales from different informants and direct observations into a coherent explanation. At Amlea, fNIRS observations are integrated at this stage as one more layer of context, never as a stand-alone conclusion.
The feedback session
You meet to go through the findings. A good feedback session answers the original question, explains what the results mean in everyday terms, describes strengths as well as difficulties, and walks through recommendations. Bring questions; this is the time to ask them.
The written report
The report is the durable product of an evaluation. It typically includes the reason for referral, background history, tests administered, results, clinical impressions, any diagnosis and specific recommendations. Amlea writes reports to be used, not decoded, so families, schools, physicians and employers can act on them.
Who can see the results
The report belongs to you (or to a parent or guardian for a minor). It is shared with others only with your written authorization. If a physician, therapist or school referred you, closing the loop with them is your choice; with authorization, Amlea communicates findings back so the referral does not disappear into the system.
Turning findings into next steps
- School supports. The report can be brought to 504, IEP or college disability conversations. See testing and school accommodations.
- Therapy. When ongoing support is recommended, testing connects directly to psychotherapy at Amlea, a structured program that begins from the evaluation rather than from scratch.
- Medication questions. When medication management is appropriate, Amlea coordinates through its integrated care partnership with a psychiatric practice, with warm hand-offs rather than cold referrals.
- Re-evaluation. Some accommodations processes require updated testing after a number of years. The report will note when that might be relevant.
Timelines. Scoring, interpretation and writing take time after testing day. The CareTeam will tell you the expected turnaround for your evaluation when you book, and they remain available for questions about results and next steps afterward.