Diagnostics
We are pleased to announce our new diagnostic service (CDE) performed by Dr. Katherine Stubblefield and Janis Mikkelsen ED.S LPS
New service!
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Our testing process consists on the utilization of at least 2 assessment protocols to determine the probability of being in the autism spectrum, in a reliable and comfortable way. Our staff is kind and aware that this process may be difficult for you as a parent, so we will make it as easy and quickly as possible for you and your child.
Janis Mikkelsen Ed.S. LSP
Educational psychologist
Licensed School Psychologist; Florida Professional Educators Certificate for Pre-Kindergarten through grade 12; Supervisor for School Psychology Interns for Miami Dade County Public Schools; Certified Trainer for Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2); Autism Endorsement for working with students with Autism ages 2 through 22; Assessment of students in Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care facilities; Certified Infant Mental Health provider; Completed training and exam for Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA) Certification.
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Employed 20 years with MDCPS as a school psychologist. Contracted with agencies as a Behavior Analyst supervising RBTs and writing Behavior Plans for ABA services as a private contractor. Currently 10 years as owner of a private practice providing psychoeducational evaluations, parent and teacher consultations, behavior plans, Autism & ADHD support, and conducting Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluations (CDEs) for children ages 1-22 to received ABA services.
Diagnosis process:
The new diagnosis services aims to help shorten the waiting lists and processing times for clients expecting to receive a proper ASD diagnosis and treatment.
Currently, the service is only available privately.
To request DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES please follow these instructions:
Step 1
Obtain a medical referral for an comprehensive evaluation for ASD.
Step 2
Schedule an in person appointment.
Appointments can be scheduled by phone or email.
Step 3
Complete Student Information & History Packet and Blue Minds Policy packet.
Full Payment must be processed prior to appointment.
Step 4
Clients will received a copy of the full report including 2 diagnostic assessments. If no medical diagnosis is provided prior to appointment, Dr. Kat will need to perform additional testing.
Diagnostic evaluations will be conducted in a clinical setting. For additional information and to get the process started please call us at 786.366.8161 or email us at info@bluemindsll.com