MIND BY DESIGN

Understanding Your Child's Reading Challenges Through Professional Dyslexia Testing

Get clear answers about your child's reading difficulties with a comprehensive assessment from Campbell's trusted specialists

Watching your child struggle with reading can feel overwhelming and heartbreaking.

When you notice persistent difficulties with reading fluency, frequent letter reversals, or ongoing spelling challenges, it's natural to wonder if dyslexia might be the cause. As a Campbell parent, you want clear answers and a path forward that helps your child succeed academically and build confidence.

At Mind By Design, we understand the anxiety that comes with recognizing your child's reading struggles. Our board-certified specialists provide comprehensive dyslexia testing that goes beyond identifying challenges; we uncover your child's unique learning strengths and provide actionable strategies for both home and school success.

Located right here in Campbell, our team combines decades of public school experience with private practice expertise, giving Silicon Valley families the thorough assessment and practical guidance they need. We don't just deliver test results; we empower you with understanding and concrete next steps to help your child thrive.

Our Services

Dyslexia testing is a comprehensive evaluation process that examines how your child processes written language, identifying specific areas of difficulty and strength in reading-related skills.

Our assessment goes far beyond simple reading tests, examining phonological awareness, working memory, processing speed, and the complex cognitive functions that support literacy development.

During the evaluation process, we use evidence-based assessment tools to understand your child's unique learning profile. This includes examining their ability to decode unfamiliar words, reading fluency with familiar text, spelling patterns, and comprehension strategies. We also assess related skills like rapid naming, visual processing, and executive functioning that can impact reading performance.

Our Campbell-based team understands the specific academic expectations within Silicon Valley schools and can provide recommendations that align with both public and private school environments in our area. We evaluate not just what your child finds challenging, but also their learning strengths that can be leveraged to support reading development.

The assessment results provide you with a clear understanding of whether dyslexia is present, along with specific recommendations for interventions, accommodations, and support strategies. We prepare comprehensive reports that schools recognize and can use to develop appropriate educational plans, while also giving you practical tools to support your child's reading development at home.

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Key Benefits

When you're concerned about dyslexia, uncertainty can be the most challenging part. Our comprehensive testing provides definitive answers about your child's reading challenges, examining specific skills like phonological processing, rapid naming, and decoding abilities.
We use standardized assessments that are recognized by Campbell Union School District and other Silicon Valley schools, ensuring your results will be accepted for educational planning. Beyond identifying whether dyslexia is present, we pinpoint exactly which reading skills need support and which strengths can be leveraged.
You'll leave our Campbell office with a clear understanding of your child's learning profile and confidence about the path forward. This clarity eliminates the guesswork and worries that comes with unexplained reading struggles.
Our lead psychologist, Jana Parker, brings unique qualifications as both a Licensed Educational Psychologist and Board Certified School Neuropsychologist, with over a decade of experience in Silicon Valley schools. This combination of private practice expertise and public education experience means we understand exactly what Campbell and surrounding school districts look for in assessment reports.
We know which accommodations are most effective in local schools and can provide recommendations that teachers and administrators readily implement. Our team's background includes serving as special education administrators, giving us insider knowledge of how IEP teams function and what documentation they need. When you choose Mind By Design, you're getting assessment services from professionals who have worked within the very school systems where your child will receive support.
While some evaluations focus only on reading skills, our dyslexia testing examines the full range of cognitive and academic factors that impact literacy development. We assess working memory, processing speed, attention, and executive functioning alongside traditional reading measures, providing a complete picture of your child's learning profile. This comprehensive approach is particularly valuable for Silicon Valley families, as it identifies co-occurring conditions like ADHD that commonly accompany dyslexia.
We also evaluate your child's emotional response to reading challenges, understanding how anxiety or frustration might be impacting performance. Our thorough assessment ensures that intervention recommendations address all factors affecting your child's reading development, not just the surface-level symptoms you've observed at home or school.

Our assessment reports go beyond diagnosis to provide specific, practical recommendations you can implement immediately. We detail exactly which accommodations your child needs in the classroom, from extended time on reading assignments to specific instructional approaches that match their learning style. For Campbell families, we're familiar with resources available through local schools and can guide you toward the most effective support options.
We also provide concrete strategies for supporting reading development at home, including specific apps, games, and activities that reinforce skills your child is developing. Our recommendations are prioritized and sequenced, so you know which interventions to pursue first for maximum impact. This practical guidance helps you advocate effectively for your child while supporting their progress at home.
Our comprehensive reports are specifically formatted to meet the documentation requirements of Campbell Union School District, Moreland School District, and other Silicon Valley educational systems. When you need to request an IEP meeting or discuss accommodations with teachers, our assessment results carry the weight of professional credibility that school teams respect.
We understand local school policies and can help you navigate the process of getting appropriate services for your child. Our team has existing relationships with many area schools and can guide which teachers and programs are most effective for children with dyslexia. This local knowledge and professional standing means your assessment investment translates directly into educational support for your child.
Research consistently shows that children who receive dyslexia support in elementary school achieve significantly better reading outcomes than those identified later. Our Campbell location makes it convenient for Silicon Valley families to access early assessment services before reading difficulties become entrenched patterns of academic struggle.
We're experienced in evaluating children as young as kindergarten age, using developmentally appropriate assessment tools that can identify dyslexia risk factors even before formal reading instruction begins. Early identification allows us to recommend interventions during the critical window when the brain is most responsive to reading instruction changes. By addressing dyslexia early, we help prevent the secondary effects of reading failure, including lowered self-esteem and school avoidance, that can impact your child's entire educational experience.

Our Service Categories

Our full dyslexia assessment examines reading, spelling, writing, and related cognitive processes over 2-3 sessions. We evaluate phonological processing, rapid naming, working memory, and processing speed to identify specific areas of difficulty and strength. This comprehensive approach ensures we understand your child's complete learning profile and can provide targeted recommendations for both school and home interventions.
For children with complex learning profiles, our neuropsychological evaluation examines the brain-based functions that support academic learning. This assessment is particularly valuable when dyslexia co-occurs with attention difficulties, executive function challenges, or other learning differences. We provide detailed analysis of cognitive strengths and weaknesses that inform educational planning.
Following assessment, we provide ongoing consultation to help you navigate the school system and advocate for appropriate services. Our team's background in Silicon Valley schools gives us unique insight into local resources and effective intervention approaches. We help you understand IEP processes and connect with the most appropriate support services for your child.
When you disagree with your school district's assessment or need a second opinion, we provide independent evaluations that meet legal requirements for educational decision-making. Our comprehensive reports can be used to request additional services or challenge inappropriate educational placements, ensuring your child receives the support they need to succeed.
Learning support is an ongoing process, and we provide follow-up services to monitor your child's progress and adjust recommendations as needed. We work with you and your child's teachers to ensure interventions are effective and modify approaches when necessary. This ongoing support helps ensure your child continues to make progress toward their reading goals.

Our Process

STEP ONE

Initial Consultation and History Gathering

We begin with a comprehensive consultation where we discuss your concerns about your child's reading development and gather detailed developmental and educational history. This 60-90 minute session allows us to understand your child's current challenges, previous interventions tried, and family goals for assessment. We review any previous school evaluations and help you understand what additional information our testing will provide. You'll leave this session with a clear understanding of our assessment process and timeline for completing your child's evaluation.

STEP TWO

Comprehensive Testing Sessions

Your child will participate in 2-3 assessment sessions, each lasting 2-3 hours with breaks as needed. We use a combination of standardized tests, informal assessments, and observational measures to evaluate reading skills, cognitive processing, and related abilities. Our child-friendly approach ensures your child feels comfortable and can demonstrate their true abilities during testing. We schedule sessions at times that work best for your child's attention and energy levels.

STEP THREE

Analysis and Report Development

Your child will participate in 2-3 assessment sessions, each lasting 2-3 hours with breaks as needed. We use a combination of standardized tests, informal assessments, and observational measures to evaluate reading skills, cognitive processing, and related abilities. Our child-friendly approach ensures your child feels comfortable and can demonstrate their true abilities during testing. We schedule sessions at times that work best for your child's attention and energy levels.

STEP FOUR

Results Meeting and Planning

We schedule a comprehensive feedback session where we review all findings with you in detail, answer your questions, and discuss next steps. You'll receive practical guidance on implementing recommendations and advocating for your child's needs in school. We provide ongoing consultation as you navigate the process of accessing appropriate support services for your child.

Our Approach

Our approach to dyslexia testing is grounded in current research on reading development and the neuroscience of learning differences.

Rather than focusing solely on deficits, we conduct strength-based assessments that identify your child's learning assets alongside areas that need support.

We understand that dyslexia affects each child differently, which is why we customize our assessment battery based on your child's age, current skill level, and specific areas of concern. Our testing goes beyond identifying whether dyslexia is present to understand the specific type and severity of reading difficulties your child experiences. This detailed analysis allows us to provide targeted recommendations that address your child's unique learning profile.

Having worked extensively within Silicon Valley school systems, we tailor our recommendations to fit the local educational landscape. We understand which interventions are available through area schools and can guide you toward the most effective support options in Campbell and surrounding communities. Our reports are designed to facilitate productive conversations with your child's teachers and support team.

We also recognize that families need ongoing support beyond the assessment process. Learning differences require long-term management, and we're committed to being a resource as your child's needs evolve. Our goal is not just to provide answers about your child's reading challenges, but to empower you with the knowledge and tools needed to support their academic success throughout their educational journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Mind By Design has been serving Campbell and Silicon Valley families since 2020, providing comprehensive psychoeducational assessments and support services. Founded by Jana Parker, Licensed Educational Psychologist and Board Certified School Neuropsychologist, our practice combines decades of public school experience with specialized expertise in learning differences. We're located in Campbell with additional services in Morgan Hill, making quality assessment services accessible to families throughout the region.

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Our comprehensive dyslexia evaluation typically requires 2-3 testing sessions of 2-3 hours each, plus an initial consultation and results meeting. We schedule sessions based on your child's attention span and energy levels, often completing testing over 2-3 weeks. You'll receive your written report within 10 business days of completing testing, and we schedule your results meeting promptly to discuss findings and recommendations.
While Campbell area schools provide evaluations for special education eligibility, private testing offers a more comprehensive assessment of your child's complete learning profile. We spend significantly more time on testing and analysis, use additional assessment tools, and provide detailed recommendations for both school and home interventions. Our evaluation can identify dyslexia even when it doesn't qualify for special education services, ensuring your child receives appropriate support.
Yes, our assessments meet professional standards and are widely accepted by Campbell Union School District and other Silicon Valley schools. Jana Parker's credentials as a Licensed Educational Psychologist and Board Certified School Neuropsychologist, combined with her extensive experience in local schools, ensure our reports carry professional credibility. We format our reports to facilitate IEP meetings and accommodation planning.
We can evaluate children as young as 5-6 years old using developmentally appropriate assessment tools. Early signs like difficulty learning letter sounds, problems rhyming, or slow progress in early reading skills may warrant evaluation. However, dyslexia can be identified at any age; we regularly assess teenagers and adults who have struggled with unidentified reading difficulties throughout their education.
Our comprehensive dyslexia evaluation investment varies based on the specific assessment battery needed for your child. We provide detailed cost information during your initial consultation and offer flexible payment options. While we don't directly bill insurance, we provide documentation that families can submit for potential reimbursement through their health savings accounts or insurance plans that cover educational testing.

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