Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) in West Houston, TX

At Brightside Psychology, we specialize in Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs) for students in the west Houston, TX area, including Katy, Richmond, & Sugar Land. Dr. Kelly, a licensed psychologist and school psychologist, offers psychological IEEs (Autism, Emotional Disability, Other Health Impairment for ADHD, NCEC / Developmental Delay) and psychoeducational IEEs for Intellectual Disability.

What is an IEE?

An IEE is an evaluation conducted by a qualified professional who is not employed by the school district. If you disagree with the results of your child’s school-based evaluation, you have the right to request an IEE at the district’s expense. If the request is granted, you can choose a psychologist to conduct the evaluation, with mutual agreement from the school.

What is the purpose of an IEE?

An IEE can provide a more comprehensive and objective understanding of your child’s needs while ensuring they receive the appropriate support for their education.

Where do I begin this process?

Submit a formal, written request to your child’s school. Clearly state that you are requesting an independent educational evaluation (IEE) at the school’s expense. The school must respond to your request, and they may approve or deny the request. If approved, you can schedule an initial 15-minute phone consultation with Dr. Kelly to ensure we would be a good fit.

IEE Next Steps

1

Phone
Consultation

In this 15-minute parent phone call, Dr. Kelly will listen to your concerns. If it is a good fit, you can inform your school, and the school will contact Dr. Kelly. After agreements are signed between Dr. Kelly and the school, she will reach out to schedule a parent interview and send you information regarding child’s history and office policies.

Schedule a Complimentary Consulation

2

Parent
Interview

In this 60-minute parent session, Dr. Kelly will go through background information and discuss your concerns regarding your child’s IEE.

Schedule
Evaluation

Your child will attend 1+ testing sessions that may include interviews, completing rating scales, and working through cognitive or behavioral tasks.

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4

Review
Results

In this 60-minute parent session, Dr. Kelly reviews the evaluation repot, including results and recommended accommodations. A copy of the report is sent to the school after the feedback meeting.

Depending on the situation, Dr. Kelly is able to attend the IEP to review the results as well.

Brightside Psychology assessments help you understand your kids, and to help your kids understand themselves.

Dr. Kelly has experience conducting over 200 Developmental, Autism, ADHD, Learning Disorder, and Psychological evaluations. Specific areas of your child’s assessment will be agreed upon during Step 2 - the Parent Interview.

If you’ve tried all the advice from friends and family and the TikTok parenting hacks have let you down, don’t waste anymore time wandering around in the dark. Brightside Psychology will help you take the first step toward a brighter tomorrow, even if you can’t see the way out.

Book your complimentary consultation call today to see how we can help.