Neuropsychological Evaluation Summary

Kimberly came to Touch of Healing Counseling Center as a referral from Oak Park Church. She is being considered for the position of senior pastor at Oak Park Church. The leadership team of the church requested she be evaluated for suitableness for the position of senior pastor.

Ms. Goodall walked into HDWC on 02/11/2015 for assistance. She was referred by ACS Community Representative. She requested for assistance to address her concerns of childcare for Myan, housing, early intervention, and mental health services to address her bi-polar and depression to address problems within her family. Ms. Goodall admits to discontinuing mental health services, including her prior prescribed medication. In addition, engaging in substance abuse while pregnant with Myan.

Imagine a football player is tackled and hits the back of his head. As a result, his brain has hit the back of the cranium, then the front.

When it comes to neurocognitive disorders and neurodevelopmental disorders, reaserchers have been able to diagnose symptoms of a variety of disorders pertaining to the brain and growth development. Once knowing what the symptoms are behaviors become noticed and there becomes a reason for certain behaviors in individuals allowing different treatments for these disorders..

Clinical Assessment=According to our book, the term Clinical assessment generally refers to applying assessment procedures to (a) diagnose a mental disorder, (b) develop a plan of intervention, (c)monitor progress in counseling, and (d) evaluate counseling outcome. (Drummond, 2010). Clinical assessment has been the method used when diagnosing and planning treatment for a patient. The first step is evaluating the individual in order to obtain information and figure out what is wrong. Counselors, conduct this assessment to develop and adhere a plan of intervention, monitor clients progress, and ensue all information are interpreted and understood.

The writer help the consumer to complete intake paperwork at Northeast Guidance Center the consumer is a DD and does have problem with reading, and writing. The consumer report during his assessment that he would like to have income, go back to WCCC and have a place of his own. The consumer also states that his mother was murdered when he was young and he live with his aunt whom he call mom and his cousin who often time treat him mean. The consumer is also unable to get around catching the bus because he does have problem reading. The consumer next appointment for his treatment plan is schedule on 01/03/16 at 9:00am. The consumer health insurance has expired so he is unable to get transportation to his appointment. The writer will assist the

Vignette 1 for Developmental Delay: Demetrius is a 41 month old boy. He is an only child and lives with both parents who remain married to date. Demetrius currently resides in a split-level home, with 6 steps leading to the upper level and 9 steps leading to the lower level. His family has limited financial resources, no close relatives that live within a 1-hour driving distance, and few local community contacts. Demetrius has recently been referred to a nearby Children’s Treatment Centre to address functional issues stemming from developmental delays in multiple domains: gross and fine motor, functional emotional, and communication and language. Demetrius was diagnosed with global developmental delay at 38 months of age and is currently being

EE107’s teachers referred EE107 to the Determination Team. EE107 was retained once in kindergarten and placed in a transition classroom for a portion of her 4th grade year. She currently receives math and reading interventions. However, she is not responding to the interventions based on progress monitoring data. Thus, the Determination Team has requested a comprehensive evaluation of EE107 to assist the team in determining whether or not she would qualify for assistance through the Exceptional Children’s program.

Mr. Matthew N. Pacheco is a 19 year old Hispanic Male that attended to the evaluation appointment scheduled on this day accompanied by his mother who drop him at the workshop. The customer appeared to be attentive and cooperative to the best of his knowledge during the process of interview. He has limited knowledge about the finances of the house however, indicated that he help with chores. He indicated an interest in attending college to obtain a degree that allows him to complete a program in performing arts. He graduated with a Standard High School diploma in June 2016 in De LaSalle Academy, Fort Myers and requested the assistance of the State of Florida Department of Education, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation to assist him with tuition, books and placement toward his goal. His work experience is limited. The customer presented a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, with Language

Ms. Shakelia Jones is a 31 years old Female African American that attended the scheduled appointment for Situational Evaluation on this day. The customer has been diagnosed with Other Specified Bipolar Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Predominantly Inattentive and Specific Learning Disorder with Impairment in Written Expression. The customer described a pattern of life events that led her to make decisions resulting on criminal charges against the customer. She presented information about the employments she has held since her graduation from High School indicating a difficulty maintaining employment for over one year. The customer stated that she wanted to obtain vocational training to become a Certified Nurse Assistant

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In today’s society, many try to steer away from talking about mental disabilities as best as they can. However, in some cases, they need to be talked about to develop a better and more accurate understanding for not only the disability and the effects it has on the brain, but also for those who are victims of these matters. The novel, Brain On Fire by Susannah Cahalan, addresses what those are afraid to talk about; the truth of mental disabilities. Cahalan’s story starts where any great story starts, in the bounds of her own home with her first real love by her side. Having a regular night watching PBS quickly turns into one of the most unimaginable nights, a nightmare if you will.

Leaving all toxicity behind, I reached out to the organization DCYF (Nashua Division of Health and Human Services office). Receiving assistance in the forms of housing, food stamps, child care, WIC, etc. D.H.H.S changed my life and the course of my family's life. The opportunities presented themselves as I grabbed at them ambitiously. Firstly therapy, family workshops were a priority. Therapist’s recommended assessments and evaluations revealed mild Dyslexia, Anxiety, and A.D.H.D. The labels were intimidating until I researched the diagnosis. Each page of information seemed to wrap its arms around me for a hug of comfort as I explored my past with this new understanding of emotions, family, learning styles, and myself. Empowered I self-tutored

We need your assistance in getting Janna enrolled in the Home Bound Program. According to Hanna, the program administrators are asking questions about Janna’s eligibility into the program. The requirements listed on the program website makes me to believe that Janna indeed qualifies for the service based on the conditions listed below. Since you are most familiar with Janna’s condition and her requirements, I have decided to reach out to you all and ask for your support. To expound the reasons for the Janna’s needing for the service, I listed several things below, including her latest hospitalization.

Ms. Burrow's behavior during her recent attendance at the Comprehensive Evaluation Center would not permit her to continue nor return to complete her comprehensive evaluation. Ms. Burrow’s past dealings toward her peers and staff were not productive, yet Ms. Burrow was extended an offer to be a day client in order to access the services of the MDC. These identified alternative services will ensure Ms. Burrows receives MDC services to address her physical disability. This information was discussed between Ms. Burrows and the SCVRD