Dyslexia Evaluations in Allen, TX

David L. Falkstein, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist and specialist in school psychology. His Allen practice provides evaluations for dyslexia and other learning concerns. Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that affects accurate or fluent word reading and spelling. Other specific learning disabilities can affect written expression or math. An evaluation can identify which academic skills need support and help guide instruction.

 

When to consider testing

Families often seek an evaluation when a student has persistent trouble sounding out unfamiliar words, reading accurately or smoothly, or spelling. Examples of how those difficulties show up in schoolwork and at home help explain the referral.

 

What the evaluation may examine

Depending on the referral, testing may look at word reading, decoding, reading fluency, spelling, and related language or learning skills. School history and earlier instruction or interventions can help put the findings in context.

 

What to bring

If available, gather prior evaluations, reading intervention records, progress reports, and samples of schoolwork. Tell the office if a school or college has requested documentation and share its requirements before scheduling.

 

Using the findings

Ask how the findings may inform reading instruction or support at school. If attention is also a concern, see our ADHD testing page and mention both concerns when you call.

 

Schedule in Allen

Contact our Allen office or call (972) 954-7188 to ask about scheduling.