GIFTED EVALUATIONS

Gifted Evaluation Providers in Aventura, FL

Finding gifted evaluations in Aventura shouldn't be complicated. The Mindful Network connects you with licensed providers in northeast Miami-Dade who offer gifted evaluations. Browse 4 providers so you can compare approaches and take the next step.

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What a gifted evaluation involves

A gifted evaluation measures a child's cognitive ability using standardized IQ or ability testing to determine eligibility for gifted programs, advanced coursework, or school-based gifted services. It's typically requested by a parent seeking gifted program placement, or by a school as part of its own identification process, and can also help explain a child who seems bored, underperforming, or mismatched with their current level of instruction.

The evaluation is conducted by a licensed psychologist or qualified evaluator, generally in a single session or two, and produces a written report with the child's scores and an eligibility determination against the relevant school district's gifted criteria. Districts vary in which tests and cutoff scores they accept, so it's worth confirming requirements before scheduling. If you're pursuing a gifted evaluation for a child in Aventura, the providers below can help.

Finding care in Aventura

Aventura is in northeast Miami-Dade, close to Sunny Isles Beach, North Miami Beach, and the Hollywood area to the north. Many therapists serving Aventura offer in-person and telehealth sessions. The providers below see clients in and around Aventura.

About these providers

This page lists 4 gifted evaluation providers in Aventura, including Danielle Silver, Bridget Davidson and Jessica Garcia. Their most common approaches include CBT – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Therapy and ABA – Applied Behavioral Analyses. 3 offer secure telehealth in addition to in-person visits.

Providers here commonly treat ADHD, Anxiety Disorders and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Age groups served include Child, Adolescent, Young Adult and Adult. Services offered include Psychoeducational Testing, Gifted Evaluations and Therapy. 4 accept insurance, most often Out of Network Benefits. 2 offer sessions in Spanish. Credentials among them include PsyD and PhD.

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Frequently asked questions

What score does my child need to qualify as gifted?
Requirements vary by school district — most use an IQ or ability-test cutoff, but the specific threshold differs locally. Confirm your district's criteria before scheduling, and ask the provider whether their testing matches what your district accepts.
How is a gifted evaluation different from psychoeducational testing?
A gifted evaluation focuses narrowly on cognitive/ability testing for gifted-program eligibility, while psychoeducational testing more broadly assesses learning and academic skills, often to identify a learning disability. Some children need one, the other, or both — ask a provider in Aventura which fits your situation.
Does insurance cover gifted evaluations?
Gifted evaluations are usually for educational placement rather than a medical or mental health diagnosis, so many insurance plans don't cover them and families pay out of pocket. Confirm directly with the provider and your plan.
Which gifted evaluation providers in Aventura accept insurance?
4 of the 4 gifted evaluation providers on this page accept insurance, most commonly Out of Network Benefits. Check each provider's profile below for the exact plans they take.