Business Details
Licensed Psychologist in Waldwick, NJ
As a licensed psychologist with over 25 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to supporting children, adolescents, and young adults through comprehensive neuropsychological, psychoeducational, and developmental evaluations. Since 1995, I have worked in diverse settings including K-12 schools, preschools, and early intervention programs, specializing in autism spectrum disorder diagnosis and giftedness assessments. My practice combines expertise in cognitive and academic testing with a compassionate approach to identifying learning disabilities, ADHD, and social-emotional challenges. I hold advanced certifications in bilingual (Spanish) school psychology and maintain permanent licenses in New York and New Jersey. My work extends to academic instruction, having taught child development courses at the community college level, and providing tailored recommendations for IEP and 504 planning.I prioritize collaboration with families and educators to ensure timely, actionable reports that guide interventions. My practice reflects a commitment to ethical standards, evidenced by rigorous post-doctoral supervision in neuropsychology and adherence to state educational guidelines. I understand the profound impact of early identification on a child's trajectory, which drives my focus on accurate assessments and strategic referrals to specialists. My bilingual capabilities and deep familiarity with local school systems enable culturally responsive evaluations. This experience positions me to deliver reliable, client-centered care that addresses each family's unique needs.
Services
Neuropsychological Evaluations
Psychoeducational Assessments
Developmental Delay Diagnosis
Giftedness Testing
ADHD Assessments
IEP Planning Support
School Readiness Evaluations
Autism Spectrum Screening
Learning Disability Identification
Social-Emotional Assessments
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of experience in child psychology and assessments
- Bilingual (Spanish) licensed psychologist with specialized training
- Comprehensive evaluations for learning, developmental, and emotional challenges
- Collaboration with schools and timely actionable reports
- Expertise in autism spectrum disorder and giftedness identification
Services
Neuropsychological Evaluations
Comprehensive testing of cognitive abilities, memory, attention, and executive functioning to identify learning disabilities, ADHD, and neurological concerns. Evaluations include academic skill assessments and social-emotional development analysis. Results guide personalized intervention strategies for families and educators.
Giftedness Testing
Standardized assessments combined with developmental history analysis to determine giftedness using National Association for Gifted Children criteria. Evaluations identify advanced cognitive abilities and recommend appropriate educational programming for exceptional learners.
Autism Spectrum Screening
Specialized evaluations for children showing signs of autism spectrum disorder. The process includes behavioral observations, developmental history interviews, and standardized diagnostic tools to support accurate diagnosis and early intervention planning.
IEP Planning Support
Comprehensive evaluation reports with specific recommendations for Individualized Education Programs. Services include school collaboration and guidance through special education eligibility processes to ensure appropriate student accommodations.
School Readiness Assessments
Developmental evaluations determining a child's preparedness for formal education. Assessments examine cognitive, social, and motor skills to identify potential learning challenges and ensure successful school transitions through targeted interventions.
People
Michele Opper, PHD
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Opper has specialized in child psychology since 1995, with expertise in neuropsychological assessments and autism diagnosis. She holds bilingual (Spanish) school psychology certification and permanent licenses in NY and NJ. Her practice focuses on learning disabilities, giftedness identification, and educational planning.
Questions
What types of evaluations do you offer?
I provide neuropsychological, psychoeducational, and developmental evaluations focusing on learning disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, giftedness, and school readiness.
How does the evaluation process work?
The process includes a parent interview, cognitive and academic testing, and a feedback session with written recommendations. School observations may occur with permission.
Do you offer bilingual assessments?
Yes, I am a licensed bilingual (Spanish) school psychologist with specialized training in culturally responsive evaluations.
What ages do you work with?
I evaluate children from preschool age through adolescence, including young adults transitioning to higher education.
How are giftedness assessments conducted?
Giftedness evaluations use standardized testing, parent/teacher input, and academic performance analysis following National Association for Gifted Children guidelines.
