Evaluation and Assessment - Saint David's Center

Provides an assessment process that is designed to help families and clinicians understand a child's strengths and needs in areas such as social and emotional development, communication, and motor skills. When a family contacts the intake team, staff may recommend one or more assessments based on the concerns described. Results are used to guide treatment planning and identify appropriate services. Assessments include:

• Children's Mental Health Assessment: Helps clinicians and caregivers understand factors contributing to a child's social or emotional challenges. Results inform recommendations for services or supports at home, in school, and in the community.

• Occupational Therapy Assessment: Identifies areas of daily living where a child may need support to build independence. It includes a caregiver interview and an assessment of sensory processing, motor coordination, self-care skills, play skills, social participation, and emotional regulation.

• Speech Therapy Assessment: Provides information about a child's communication skills. It examines how the child understands language, expresses needs, and uses social interaction. Findings guide goal setting and treatment planning for speech and language development.

12/11/2025