Learning Disability Testing
Learning disability testing helps high school and college students determine whether their academic challenges are related to a specific learning disorder. Many students work hard yet still struggle with reading, writing, or math, affecting grades, confidence, and future opportunities.
At Alliance Psychology, our clinical mental health counselors provide comprehensive, in-person evaluations for ages 16+ in Orem and Spanish Fork, giving you clear answers and documentation for school, college, or workplace accommodations.
What is Learning Disability Testing?
Everyone struggles in school from time to time, but when problems are persistent, disproportionate to effort, and interfere with daily functioning, they may be signs of a learning disorder.
Learning disability testing evaluates for conditions defined in the DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition).
- Specific Learning Disorder with Impairment in Reading
(commonly associated with dyslexia) - Specific Learning Disorder with Impairment in Written Expression
(sometimes called dysgraphia) - Specific Learning Disorder with Impairment in Mathematics
(sometimes called dyscalculia)
At Alliance Psychology, our assessments are comprehensive, evidence-based, and guided by American Psychiatric Association (APA) best practices. By combining standardized tools, clinical expertise, and input from families and schools, we deliver accurate and reliable results that make a real difference.
Who Benefits from Learning Disability Testing
Learning disability testing is designed for students and young adults who need clarity about their learning challenges and a path to access support.
High School Students (ages 16+): For teens whose difficulties with reading, writing, math, or focus are affecting grades and confidence.
College Students: Hidden learning difficulties that emerge under heavier academic demands, such as problems with time management, note-taking, or exams.
Young Adults Entering the Workforce: Documentation for ADA accommodations, ensuring they can perform at their best in professional settings.
Students Applying for Standardized Testing Accommodations: Testing provides the reports required for accommodations on exams like the SAT, ACT, GRE, or other higher education entrance tests.
Trusted Learning Disability Testing
At Alliance Psychology, you can feel confident that your evaluation will be thorough and practical, providing you with the documentation and guidance needed to move forward.
- 25+ Years Serving Utah County Families: A well-established practice trusted by parents, schools, and students across the region.
- Experts (& Supervisees) With Specialized Training: Our providers bring expertise in adolescent and young adult testing, ensuring thorough and accurate evaluations.
- Easy Access to Care: Our team offers timely scheduling and seamless coordination, ensuring you can begin testing and follow-up support without unnecessary delays.
- Locally Owned, Veteran-Owned Practice: Rooted in the Orem and Spanish Fork communities, we understand the unique needs of Utah families.
- Trusted Partnerships With Schools & Families: Our evaluations support accommodations and are recognized by educators across Utah County.
Our Learning Disability Testing Process
We keep the learning disability evaluation process simple, clear, and supportive.
- Intake Interview & Paperwork: Before testing, you meet with our provider to review school history, challenges, and learning experiences and complete background forms.
- Standardized Testing Session (In-Person, Ages 16+): We use evidence-based assessments to measure reading, writing, math, memory, and processing speed.
- Feedback Session (In Person or Online): After testing, you’ll meet with our provider to review results, ask questions, and receive clear, practical guidance for school, college, or workplace accommodations.
What to Expect After Learning Disability Testing
Once the evaluation is complete, you’ll have a clear plan that is both meaningful and actionable.
- Comprehensive Written Report: You’ll receive a detailed report that explains the diagnosis (if present), strengths, and challenges, and their impact on academic or daily performance.
- Recommendations for Success: The report includes practical strategies to support learning, such as tutoring, therapy, or accommodations.
- Documentation for Accommodations: If accommodations are needed, we supply the necessary documentation for IEPs, 504 plans, or ADA support at school or in the workplace.
- Support for Standardized Testing Applications: We provide the reports required to request testing accommodations for students preparing for exams such as the SAT, ACT, GRE, or college entrance tests.
Assessment Tools We Use
Our provider uses multiple evidence-based tools to ensure accurate results and practical recommendations.
- Cognitive Testing: Measures how a student processes information, including memory, problem-solving, and processing speed
- Academic Testing: Evaluates specific skills in reading, writing, and math to identify areas of strength and difficulty
- Attention & Executive Function Measures: Assesses focus, organization, planning, and self-regulation, which often affect school performance
- Learning History Review: Considers past records, such as report cards, standardized test results, or prior evaluations, to track learning patterns over time
- Input From Teachers or Parents (with consent): Adds valuable insight about how learning challenges appear in different settings, both at school and at home
Schedule Your Learning Disability Testing in Utah
Struggles with reading, writing, or math shouldn’t hold you back from success in school or at work. At Alliance Psychology, our learning disability testing services give you the clarity, diagnosis, and documentation needed to secure accommodations quickly.
Call us today at (801) 224-2313 or complete our online form to request your first appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
We evaluate for specific learning disorders, including reading (dyslexia), written expression (dysgraphia), and mathematics (dyscalculia). Testing also examines related areas like memory, processing speed, and executive function to provide a complete picture.
Yes. To ensure accuracy, all standardized assessments are conducted in person at our Orem or Spanish Fork offices. Feedback sessions can be completed in person or online, depending on your preference.
Most evaluations include an intake interview, two in-person testing sessions, and a separate feedback session. From start to finish, the process typically may take a few days, depending on scheduling and report preparation. We commit to completing the evaluation within two weeks of the client finishing the testing.
Yes. Our comprehensive reports are accepted by testing boards and colleges to support requests for extra time, note-taking assistance, or other accommodations.
Absolutely. Every evaluation includes a detailed written report with findings, diagnosis (if applicable), and recommendations tailored to the student’s needs.
Coverage varies by plan. Some insurance providers cover portions of psychological testing, while others may not. Our office staff will help you review your benefits and provide cost information before testing begins.
