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AUTISM

These individuals have difficulty connecting with peers and may seem aloof and in their own world. A good eval will determine if this is real Autism (even if high-functioning or mild) or a combination of unique personality characteristics. The doctor then teaches how ASD has affected ones thinking and behavior with recommendations made for ABA, behavior modification, social skills, parenting and quick-start home-based techniques.

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ATTENTION or FOCUS DISORDERS

Often overdiagnosed, a good ADHD assessment helps one understand if focus issues are due to real ADHD (a brain-based disorder) or Anxiety, learning disability or undermotivation. The doctor recommends several home-based techniques that can be administered by motivated and present parents, or perhaps might refer to the pediatrician in severe cases if medication is warranted

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DYSLEXIA + DYSGRAPHIA + DYSCALCULIA

(and Learning Disabilities) Testing explains exactly why a child/teen/adult is underperforming---and exactly how to teach to his/her strengths. Recommendations for accommodations, new learning approaches, 504 and IEPs plus any therapies necessary are made in a straight-talk meeting with the parents or adult patient.

Assessments Provided (for children, teens and adults)

ADD – ADHD – Autism & Dyslexia Center – Littleton CO

LEARNING DISABILITIES

There are several types of Learning Disabilities including Dyslexia (reading), Dyscalculia (math) and Dysgraphia (writing). Within reading, auditory deficits might affect phonological awareness and listening. Visual Processing deficits, colloquially called dyslexia, cause delays and frustration in the reading process.  A history of speech or ear infections is sometimes correlated with reading problems.  Dysgraphia is also often seen with dyslexic kids as demonstrated by reversals beyond 2nd grade.  Dyscalculia might not be picked up until 3rd grade when they cannot remember the multiplications tables or the analog clock.

See the blog for more signs of Dyslexia.

ATTENTION OR FOCUS DISORDERS

A child, teen or adult with Attention Disorders (ADHD formerly called ADD) exhibits daydreaming, disorganization, distractibility, resistance to nonpreferred tasks like reading and difficulty sitting.  Due to disorganization and distractibility, parents find themselves going to the Lost and Found too often or redirecting their children during homework time. Girls often fall “below the radar” because they tend to be well-behaved and just exhibit inattention without hyperactivity.

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS

Children, adolescents and adults with High Functioning Autism, formerly called Asperger’s Syndrome have difficulty making eye contact, and reading subtle social signals. They may live in their own world filled with preoccupations (Video game characters, scientific or creative “themes” or mechanical objects like doors and light switches) which causes incessant talk and unyielding focus. Sensory concerns occur like aversions to fabrics, textures, foods and noises. They may avoid social interaction or just not be able to “read the room.”

Dr. Gary’s Background

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EMPLOYMENT

2005 to present Summit Professional Education. Nationwide Instructor offering. Continuing Education courses in Alternative Treatments of ADHD and Autism
Private Practice 1985 To Present

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EDUCATION

Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at University South Florida (A.P.A. Approved) Tampa, Florida

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MEMBERSHIPS

  • Member, American Psychological Association 1980 – present
  • Colorado Psychological Association 2015 to present
  • International Dyslexia Association — Rocky Mountain Branch
  • Certificate of Qualification in Psychology (CPQ) from Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards
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APPROVED FOR

  • Certified Autism Specialist (CAS), Cert. No. 151
  • Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule 2 (ADOS 2)
  • Council for the National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology; Washington, D.C.
  • Expert Witness

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Sample of reports sent to Parent or adult Patient — All reports below FICTITIOUS.

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Sample Learning Disability/Dyslexia Report

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Sample ADHD Reports

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Sample Autism Report

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Sample Educational + Psychological Report

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EXTENDED TIME TESTING

Students with learning disabilities, ADHD or sometimes anxiety may be eligible for extended time testing for all school tests plus the ACTs, SATs, MCATs or LSATs or any professional licensing exams.

The standard Learning Disability battery documented on this website plus some additional testing will be necessary for documentation. Students with a history of these disorders have a better chance of approval for extended time.

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Secure Video Conferencing

Full Psychoeducational evaluations can also be done online and remotely. ALL TESTING CAN BE DONE VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE except for those under 7.

Other Services

Parenting; other psychological evaluations for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Behavioral Acting-out, school avoidance, social withdrawal, abrupt personality changes and divorce.

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