At Mpower, we believe in balancing assessment with observation and discussion. In other words, while standardized assessments are important to give us insight into difficulties and provide a means to track progress, our clinical reasoning and parents/teachers perspectives are equally important.
Mpower occupational therapists work with the adults in a child’s life to determine the level of assessment required. For example, our therapists may recommend more standardized assessments if you would like a report for your child’s school or medical file than if the aim of assessment is simply to guide home based treatment.
Common assessments used include the Beery VMI, the Movement Assessment Battery for a children (2), the Sensory Profile (2) for Children, and many more. Consult with your therapist to figure out the best balance for you!
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