Early Childhood Assessment Package
Our Early Childhood Assessment Package is designed to give families a clear picture of their child’s developmental, emotional, and social needs. Using play-based assessment, teacher input, and parent collaboration, we provide a thorough understanding of your child’s strengths and challenges—along with practical recommendations to support growth at home and school.
Available for children ages 2 - 5
By the end of the assessment, you’ll walk away with clarity about your child’s developmental profile and practical, customized recommendations to guide their growth.
What’s Included
Parent Intake
(80 minutes) - $225
Review developmental history, family goals, and presenting concerns.
One School Observation
(60 minutes + travel if needed) - $225 (+$50 travel if applicable)
Observation of your child in their natural learning environment, with teacher consultation.
One Family Play Session
(50 minutes) - $225
Parent and child together in a play-based setting to assess attachment, family dynamics, and emotional expression.
One Individual Child Session or Parent Session
(50 minutes, based on need) - $225
Either direct time with your child or additional parent consultation to target concerns.
Teacher/Provider Collateral Contact
(Per 30–60 minutes) – $150 per hour
Phone or email consultation with teachers, pediatricians, or other providers to gather a well-rounded perspective.
Screeners & Scoring
$150 flat fee
Standardized developmental and social-emotional checklists completed by parents/teachers, scored and interpreted by a clinician.
Feedback Session & Written Summary
(50 minutes) - $400 flat fee
Parents receive a clear summary of findings, individualized recommendations, and next steps for home and school.
Investment
Typical package total: $1,600 – $1,700, depending on travel time and provider collateral needs. (Payment is broken down by session; families may add additional services as needed.)
Alignment with Little Dove’s Practices
This package reflects Little Dove Counseling’s assessment standards, which emphasize whole-child understanding through observation, play, and family collaboration. Based on the findings, your family can be matched with a Little Dove clinician for ongoing therapy to provide continuity of care and support. This makes it easy to move directly from assessment into treatment if that is the best next step for your child.