New Albany, Indiana
Clear Answers. Practical Recommendations. Thoughtful Guidance.
The Student Evaluation Center provides comprehensive, individualized evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. Each evaluation is designed around the client’s history, current concerns, and specific referral questions.
A Clear Place to Begin
When learning, attention, development, emotions, or everyday functioning become difficult, a comprehensive evaluation can provide direction. Each evaluation is individually designed around the client’s history, needs, and referral questions—not based on a one-size-fits-all package.
Evaluations may examine cognitive abilities, academic achievement, attention and executive functioning, communication, adaptive functioning, personality, mood, behavior, and social-emotional development. They can help clarify concerns involving ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specific Learning Disorder and dyslexia, Intellectual Disability, developmental conditions, and emotional or behavioral difficulties.
Families receive a comprehensive, easy-to-understand report with individualized recommendations for treatment, instruction, intervention, accommodations, and educational planning.
Explore EvaluationsAdult evaluations may examine cognitive abilities, attention and executive functioning, memory, academic skills, adaptive functioning, personality, mood, behavior, and social-emotional functioning. They can help clarify concerns involving ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, learning difficulties, intellectual functioning, and emotional or psychological conditions.
Adults receive a comprehensive report with practical, individualized recommendations for treatment, college or workplace accommodations, independent functioning, relationships, and everyday life.
Explore EvaluationsPsychological and psychoeducational evaluations that include DSM-5-TR diagnostic conclusions are completed under the clinical supervision of a licensed Health Service Provider in Psychology. The supervising psychologist reviews the evaluation findings and diagnostic formulation and co-signs the report to support accurate and clinically appropriate diagnostic conclusions.
Find the Right Starting Point
Fees include individualized test selection, testing, scoring, interpretation, a comprehensive written report, and a feedback conference.
Fee $900
(Including Dyslexia)
An independent educational evaluation for a Specific Learning Disability (SLD), including dyslexia, examines a student’s academic skills, learning profile, educational history, and response to instruction. Families receive clear findings and individualized recommendations for intervention, accommodations, and educational planning.
Learn more about Specific Learning Disability (SLD)Fee $800
An independent ADHD evaluation examines how a student’s attention, impulse control, activity level, and executive functioning affect learning and everyday life. Information from multiple sources is carefully integrated to clarify the concerns and provide individualized recommendations for treatment, classroom accommodations, behavioral support, and success at home and school.
Learn more about Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): K-12Fee $500
A comprehensive adult ADHD evaluation examines how attention, organization, time management, impulse control, and executive functioning affect work, education, relationships, and everyday responsibilities. Adults receive clear diagnostic findings and personalized recommendations for treatment, practical strategies, and workplace or academic accommodations.
Learn more about Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): AdultFee $1350
This combined evaluation examines a student’s academic skills together with ADHD or social-emotional and behavioral concerns. By evaluating these areas together, it clarifies why the student is struggling and provides individualized recommendations for instruction, intervention, accommodations, behavioral support, and educational planning.
Learn more about ADHD or Social-Emotional/Behavioral Evaluation with SLD AssessmentFee $1600
This comprehensive evaluation examines academic skills, ADHD, and social-emotional and behavioral functioning together. It clarifies overlapping concerns and provides individualized recommendations for instruction, intervention, accommodations, behavioral support, emotional well-being, and educational planning.
Learn more about Combined ADHD, Social-Emotional/Behavioral, and SLDFee $800
A comprehensive social-emotional and behavioral evaluation examines how emotions, behavior, self-regulation, and relationships affect everyday functioning. Available for children, adolescents, and adults, the evaluation provides clear findings and individualized recommendations for treatment, accommodations, behavioral support, and improved functioning at school, work, home, and in relationships.
Learn more about Social-Emotional/Behavioral (SE/B)Fee $400
An Intellectual Disability evaluation examines cognitive abilities, adaptive functioning, academic development, and everyday living skills. Available for children, adolescents, and adults, the evaluation provides clear findings and individualized recommendations for learning, accommodations, services, life-skills development, and greater independence.
Learn more about Intellectual Disability (ID)Fee $500
An academic achievement evaluation measures a student’s current skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. Families receive a clear profile of academic strengths and skill gaps, along with practical recommendations for targeted instruction, intervention, accommodations, and educational planning.
Learn more about Academic AchievementFee $2200
A comprehensive independent educational evaluation for Autism Spectrum Disorder examines a student’s social communication, relationships, behavior, flexibility, sensory processing, and functioning across settings. Psychological, speech-language, and occupational therapy assessments are integrated to provide clear findings and individualized recommendations for school and home.
Learn more about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)Straightforward Information
SEC is committed to providing comprehensive, individualized evaluations with clear and transparent fees. As a streamlined independent practice, SEC is able to focus its resources directly on careful assessment and personalized client service.
Published fees include the initial interview, record review, individualized test selection, testing, appropriate rating scales, scoring, interpretation, a comprehensive written report, personalized recommendations, and a feedback conference. If helpful, fees may be divided into two equal payments.
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Evaluation types, each with a published fee
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Equal payments — fees may be divided
21
Days — reports are typically completed after testing
The Student Evaluation Center operates as a private-pay practice so evaluations can be designed around each client’s individual needs rather than an insurance company’s coverage rules. This allows us to select appropriate assessment tools, investigate educational and clinical concerns thoroughly, and provide detailed reports with practical recommendations for home, school, and treatment planning.
Private payment also allows SEC to evaluate concerns that health insurance may not cover, including learning disabilities, academic achievement, giftedness, and educational accommodation needs. Fees include individualized test selection, testing, scoring, interpretation, a comprehensive written report, and a feedback conference.
SEC does not bill insurance directly. Upon request, we can provide documentation that clients may submit to their insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement. HSA and FSA funds may also be eligible for evaluation expenses; clients should confirm eligibility with their plan administrator.
Simple and Individualized
The process is clear from the first conversation through the feedback conference.
Reports are typically completed within 21 days after testing.
Schedule a Free ConsultationDiscuss concerns and determine whether an evaluation may be helpful.
Interviews, records, testing, rating scales, and information from knowledgeable individuals.
Clear findings with practical and individualized recommendations.
Review results, answer questions, and discuss appropriate next steps.
Experience and Thoughtful Guidance
Terry D. Burger, Ph.D., NCSP, is the founder of the Student Evaluation Center and a Nationally Certified School Psychologist licensed for independent practice in Indiana. He provides comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults.
Dr. Burger evaluates concerns involving ADHD, autism, learning disabilities and dyslexia, Intellectual Disability, emotional and behavioral functioning, and other developmental needs. Each evaluation is individualized to provide clear answers, practical recommendations, and a meaningful path forward.
Dr. Burger earned his Ph.D. in Educational and School Psychology from Indiana State University and has extensive experience in school, clinical, and university settings.
25+
Years of experience providing educational and psychological services
Evaluations that include DSM-5-TR diagnostic conclusions are completed under the clinical supervision of a licensed Health Service Provider in Psychology. The supervising psychologist reviews the evaluation findings and diagnostic formulation and co-signs the report.
What Clients and Families Say
I can't recommend Dr. Burger enough!
“I was referred to Dr. Burger by a trusted friend for adult ADHD testing. Although I had contacted another local psychologist that accepted my insurance, I listened to my gut feelings and chose to work with Dr. Burger. I'm SO glad I did! I was admittedly nervous about the testing process, but from the very beginning, Dr. Burger made me feel at ease. His kind and compassionate demeanor is a perfect complement to his deep knowledge and passion for this work. He is very thorough and provided my results in a timely and understandable manner, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and understand next steps. I can't recommend Dr. Burger enough! We're so lucky to have him serving our community!”
Do not think twice about receiving care from Dr. Burger!
We had a wonderful experience with Dr. Burger! My daughter, who is 6 years old and in first grade, needed evaluation for dyslexia. Dr. Burger made her feel very comfortable and allowed her to take as many breaks as she wanted during the testing. He is very knowledgeable and passionate about the work he is doing. He explains things thoroughly and encourages questions. Dr. Burger also remains your advocate throughout the whole process. He wants to make sure you and your child get the resources needed to have the best learning opportunities. Do not think twice about receiving care from Dr. Burger!
Dr. Burger was a bright spot and huge help to our family.
Dr. Burger evaluated our daughter for dyslexia over the course of two Saturdays. When I first inquired about his services, he called and explained the whole process in detail. He is kind and helped ease any anxiety she or I were having. His 30+ page report and follow up meeting were vital in our IEP meeting to get our daughter the help she needs. Dr Burger’s cost of services was less than most evaluations but his services are worth much more. We have already sung his praises to other families we know who are in a similar boat. It’s a difficult time with a series of unknowns but Dr. Burger was a bright spot and huge help to our family.
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For School Districts
As a Nationally Certified School Psychologist licensed for independent practice in Indiana, I provide experienced, dependable support to school districts facing staffing shortages, increasing referrals, complex student needs, and required evaluation timelines.
With more than 25 years of experience, I conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations, prepare clear and practical reports, consult with educators and administrators, and participate in multidisciplinary and IEP meetings. My work supports informed decisions about eligibility, instruction, intervention, accommodations, and educational programming.
To discuss your district’s needs, please complete the contact form below or email drterryburger@gmail.com.
Psychoeducational Evaluations: Comprehensive, individualized assessments that identify student strengths and needs and inform special education eligibility and programming decisions.
Evaluation Reports: Clear, detailed reports that translate assessment findings into practical recommendations for instruction, intervention, accommodations, and support.
IEP Meeting Support: Participation in IEP meetings to explain evaluation findings, answer questions, and collaborate in educational planning.
Consultation Services: Guidance for educators and administrators regarding evaluation practices, intervention planning, student support, and special education procedures.
Common Questions
Learn more about independent educational evaluations, including when to consider one, what testing involves, whether schools will consider the results, and how findings may support diagnosis and educational planning. You’ll also find answers about fees, insurance, scheduling, preparation, reports, recommendations, and professional qualifications.
Complimentary 30-Minute Consultation
Thank you for considering the Student Evaluation Center. This complimentary 30-minute consultation gives us an opportunity to discuss your concerns, answer initial questions, and determine whether our evaluation services may be a good fit for you or your child.
During the consultation, we can:
This conversation is intended to help you understand our approach and make an informed decision about moving forward. Please select a date and time that works best for you. We look forward to speaking with you.
Contact
For general questions or additional information about our services, please contact us here. Dr. Burger will respond as soon as possible.
If you are ready to discuss your or your child’s evaluation needs, you may also schedule a free 30-minute consultation through our appointment calendar.
