Seeking a Doctor to Do Educational Testing (Like ADD)

My husband and 2 of my 3 kids have learning issues including dyslexia, ADHD, some sensory integration stuff when one was younger, and anxiety. We've tested at Shelton School's evaluation center (one of my kids has gone to school there 3 years, and the second will join her there in the fall). They were comprehensive and helpful.

A new option we are using now is an evaluation called QEEG. It's a map of the brain which shows exactly which areas of the brain are operating either significantly faster or slower than the middle range of people whose scans are in 3 large research databases. The test takes about an hour, is painless and non-invasive. It's just boring. The results of my son's QEEG brain map corroborated the testing done at Shelton, but I really like the hard data of the brain map and the neurologist's "brain training" treatment plan. Like hiring a trainer to get you in shape for a marathon, neurotherapy is excercise for your brain. It's not drugs. You may still need other coping mechanisms, but this is the closest thing I've found to really identifying the cause of the difficulties, and also offering something to do to improve them. Medical insurance also covers it.

We use Dr. Johnathan Walker at www.neurotherapydallas.com

We also have used Rusty Lozano at www.onlinebiofeedback.com for biofeedback and interactive metronome therapy. Rusty is great, and does QEEG's and neurotherapy too, but you pay up front then file your own insurance claim for re-imbursement.

Since a diagnosis like ADD is so subjective, any hard data is really appealing to me. The QEEG also offers a built in solution to start with instead of a just a long list of referrals to other specialists.

There is no magic bullet for anyone. Embrace the strengths your son can leverage to be successful, but don't give up looking for things that can make his life easier. There is new research all the time in this field.

Good luck to you both.

S.
SAHM of 3, and married to ADHD energizer bunny (who also has PhD and successful career)

I work with a lot of kids with ADD and ADHD because I am a speech pathologist. The very best doctor I have found to help me with my clients is Dr. Shannon Taylor. She is a neuro psychologist and is wonderful. She spends so much time with the kids/young adults and their parents to do in-depth assessment. She is so helpful and so good at what she does. My experience with most neurologists has been less than helpful because they don't spend enough time with their patient to truly get to know them as an individual. Anyway, she works in Frisco and her phone number is ###-###-####. Good luck!

You may also see if there are free or nearly free resources at the college.

do you have a neurologist? You may not need the whole testing thing. You may want to just consult your doc and try meds. If they work you have pretty much found the problem. If not there could be other things.... like anxiety or transition. Testing can be expensive, but if you want to do it you don't need a doctor. Schools like The Fairhill School in Dallas may do it too. Your family doctor may be able to recommend someone too. You could also call Scottish Rite Hospital. They may be able to make recommendations.
If this is your sons first year at college I am going to think it could be adjustment, organizations skills, etc... You may want to find a life coach.

Hi, S.,
Another plug for Dr. Walker at the Neurotherapy Center. Both my husband & I had the brain mapping done and we found out that he is ADD. He went for treatment at the Oxygen Sciences Wellness Center www.OxygenSciences.com upon the recommendation of Dr. Walker, which has definitely helped him. No pills, no drugs!
Call Ditt Welch there at ###-###-####. He has a lot of experience and will be glad to test your son forADD/ADHD.
Both have their offices near 635 & Preston in Dallas.
We live in Allen and the drive (25-30 min.) was well worth it.
Good luck!
B. G.

We used Dr. Fletcher (its a group) in Plano for my 6 yr old. They do a very comprehensive testing. Much more that most. If you google her you should be able to get her website and see all the information. The do children and adults. They came highly recommended and we were very pleased with them. The only down side is that original payment is out of pocket then you are give a reciept at diagnosis to submit to insurance.
Once diagnosed they will refer for treatment if they cannot do and if medication is recommended they will send you to your doctor. Again, we were very happy with them and we did do our homework prior to going there and they were highly recommended

We took our son to see Brandy Miller in Dallas. She is located at 635 just west of Hillcrest Rd. Her number is ###-###-####. She is amazing! She tested for everything.

Dr Michelle Lurie
5902 Edinburgh Ct, Dallas, TX 75252-5112
Contact Phone: ###-###-####
Business Category: Medical Doctor's Office in Dallas, TX
Industry (SIC): Offices and Clinics of Doctors of Medicine

this is who i used to test my college age son. i highly recommend.