Expertly trained psychologist

Evaluations in Philadelphia 

Custody Evaluations, Mental Health/Psychological Evaluations, Psychoeducational Evaluations

 

What I offer

  • Custody Evaluations

    For parents/guardians involved in a family court dispute about the parenting and placement of their children.

    Evaluates the best interests of the children.

  • Mental Health/Psychological Evaluations

    For adults or children involved in a Court-related matter

    Evaluates an individual’s psychological strengths and areas of growth.

  • Psychoeducational Evaluations

    For children facing school challeges

    Evaluates strengths/weaknesses and provides a plan to help your child reach their highest potential.

The Process

  • If your evaluation is court-ordered speak to your attorney about obtaining a court order appointing me, Chloe Haaz, Psy.D., as the evaluator.

  • If you are interested in obtaining an evaluation for yourself or your client, please reach out directly at DrHaaz@MontCoTherapy.com or 215-309-9155 to get started.

  • We will meet for several sessions lasting 2-3 hours. You will have the opportunity to tell your story in a professional and inviting space. You may be asked to complete psychological testing to help me best understand you.

  • People who know you well will be interviewed to help me understand you better. Documents that help tell your story will be reviewed.

  • I will compile a comprehensive report of my findings that clearly identifies the strengths and challenges of the individual or family. Specific recommendations are offered that best support an effective plan for improvement. Reports are released directly to the attorneys and the Court.

 

Frequently asked questions about evaluations

FAQs

  • After the Court Order is received, the process for a mental health evaluation typically takes 6-8 weeks. Child Custody Evaluations are more involved and rely on the input of many more people. They typically take 8-12 weeks. If your report is needed sooner, I can expedite the writing process for a small fee.

  • People and families are naturally complex. In a busy court room environment it is difficult to tell your story in full. The evaluations I perform offer tremendous insight into the reasons for certain behaviors that may be causing you or others concern. My recommendations identify a specific plan aimed at moving you or your family in the healthiest direction.

  • I find that neutral, court-ordered evaluations go most smoothly when both parties are represented by counsel. I am unable to take cases in which one parent is pro se.

  • Yes, with your permission. I can also present the results of the evaluation to your child’s school support team to help them understand your child and improve their ability to interve at school.

 

Reach out today to get the process started.

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