AB Psych Consulting
Mapping Out Early Intervention for Developmental Disorders

Developmental milestones are essential markers to monitor and track a child’s growth and progress. Yet, families often fail to recognize the developmental delays as potential red flags, perceiving them as minor issues that will resolve with time. Exacerbating the issue is the misdiagnosis of the symptoms due to screening gaps, creating a dire need for accurate assessments to ensure early-stage interventions.

AB Psych Consulting provides expert psychological assessment and consultation for families yearning for support in comprehending their child’s developmental hurdles. Specializing in evaluating autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, intellectual developmental disabilities, and ADHD, it effectively identifies developmental delays, intelligence concerns, and social behaviors, enabling swift interventions.

“Our evaluation method plays a pivotal role in assisting families of patients obtain high quality assessments and timely answers for developmental disorders,” says Anthony Benigno, founder and CEO of AB Psych Consulting.

Benigno, a licensed clinical psychologist, along with a seasoned team of experts, developed a system that collects the observational data of patients and transforms it into a comprehensive diagnosis within two hours. The reports are shared with healthcare providers in a timely manner through this assessment system, promoting prompt treatment for developmental challenges.

AB Psych Consulting’s cohesive team of clinical practitioners collaborates with parents when assessing children under five to establish open communication. They collect observational data by carefully analyzing specific behaviors like avoiding eye contact, repetitive actions, and sitting milestones during the visit.

The team maintains a conservative stance while outlining the observed criteria in the assessment sessions. These personalized interactions ensure the family receives precise feedback and clear explanations, contributing to a well-informed and empowered decision-making process. When the analysis identifies a stage where issues like inattention, hyperactivity, or social behaviors are hindering a child’s advancement, the team provides extensive support services, including individual therapy, psychotherapy, and medication treatments. The multifaceted approach includes customized interventions to address emotional issues and behavioral challenges.

In addition, after the diagnosis clinical feedback adhering to industry standards is delivered to clarify any misconceptions patients’ families may have encountered while educating and engaging them in the treatment process. This streamlined process helps families comprehend their child’s areas of strengths and challenges, as well as potential interventions.

A case in point about an adult seeking an autism diagnosis underscores AB Psych Consulting’s commitment to a precise check-up. The client arrived with preconceived opinions about suffering from autism based on information from sources like YouTube. Despite the client’s online research, the team conducted a thorough evaluation, including interviews, tests, and observational analysis, adhering to the industry-standard DSM 5-TR criteria. In the test, it was found that the client did not meet the diagnostic criteria for autism but showed traits of ADHD. Identifying the root cause, AB Psych Consulting offered the necessary support, therapy, and coping strategies to manage their emotions, enabling improved emotional awareness, resilience, and overall well-being.

AB Psych Consulting stands as a reliable and trusted partner for the regional centers in California to deliver second opinions on evaluations of early signs of delayed development. It bridges the gap between diagnosis and intervention by providing comprehensive training and education to primary care providers. When it comes to facilitating early intervention for developmental barriers, clients can rely on it as their primary service provider, delivering quality diagnostics with a personal touch.