Neurodiversity Evaluation and Services Program

The Neurodiversity Evaluation and Services Program (NESP) primary goal is to create a neuroaffirming space for all individuals to gain better understanding and acceptance of how their brain works.  NESP offers two main services: clinical evaluation for individuals looking to gain further insight into their possible neurodivergent brainstyle and mental health support to already identified Neurodivergent individuals.

We help individuals and families who think they or their child may be neurodivergent. Our team provides professional assessments for those who want clinical expertise to determine if a diagnosis is appropriate or not. We offer two types of evaluations, depending on the client’s age and insurance provider:

  • Standard Evaluation: Typically for adults and children with commercial insurance. This process includes four appointments (three 91-minute sessions and one 60-minute review session). It uses a combination of self/parent reports and clinician-conducted assessments.
  • Extended Evaluation (CMDE): Typically for clients under 18 with a form of Medical Assistance. This more detailed process includes six 91-minute appointments and utilizes a broader range of reports from parents, teachers, and clinicians. This evaluation meets the requirements for Comprehensive Multidisciplinary Evaluation (CMDE) services, which are often needed to access Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention (EIDBI) support (such as ABA or DIR/Floortime) or to assist with Minnesota disability benefit applications (such as MN Choices or TEFRA).
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NESP provides therapy and support through individual, family and group therapy:

  • Individual therapy pairs neurodivergent clients with therapists who have received additional clinical training in neurodivergent brainstyles, interventions, and neuroaffirming care.  Providers help the individual client explore their personal experience as neurodivergent by exploring their sensory needs and preferences, managing social difficulties and anxieties, or supporting boundary identification.
  • Family therapy supports family systems in better understanding the brain style and needs of all family members.  This can include couples therapy to help partners better understand each other’s communication styles, sensory sensitivities, and emotional needs.
  • Group therapy offers support and care through multiple avenues.  NESP offers groups focused on social skills, emotional regulation, community building, and family support.

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