Accepting new clients for neuropsychological assessment and virtual therapy.

Neuropsychological & Psychoeducational Evaluations for Children, Teens & Young Adults

Private, discreet, highly individualized evaluations (in-person in the Boston area) and virtual therapy—support for families who want clarity, a practical plan, and a calmer path forward at home and at school.

We offer a free 15-minute initial consultation to clarify fit, answer general questions, and discuss next steps.

Board-certifiedClinical Neuropsychologist (ABPP-CN)
SpecializedAges 5–25
TelehealthMA • VT • NH • RI
AffiliationHarvard Medical School & Boston Children’s Hospital

View professional profiles: Psychology Today · Google Scholar · Harvard Catalyst

A calm, supportive setting for children, teens, and families

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If you’re not sure where to start, that’s okay. Send a brief message and we’ll help you choose the best next step.

Free 15-Minute Consultation Email EsplanadePsych@gmail.com

Please do not include sensitive clinical details in email or the form.

When to seek an evaluation

  • School struggles or a gap between potential and performance
  • Concerns about ADHD, autism, learning differences, or executive functioning
  • Memory, attention, or processing speed concerns
  • Anxiety/depression impacting school or daily functioning
  • Medical/neurological history or developmental concerns
  • Need for IEP/504 planning, school placement, or accommodations

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How the process works

  1. Initial consultation: clarify concerns, goals, and fit.
  2. Record review & interview: gather history and context.
  3. Testing session(s): standardized measures tailored to referral questions.
  4. Feedback session: review results and recommendations.
  5. Comprehensive report: integrated findings, diagnoses when appropriate, and practical next steps.
  6. Collaboration (optional): school/provider consultation and meeting support.

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Meet Dr. Alyssa Ailion

Dr. Alyssa Ailion is a licensed clinical psychologist and board-certified clinical neuropsychologist. Esplanade Psychological Services provides neuropsychological and psychoeducational evaluations (in-person in the Boston area) and virtual therapy for children, teens, and young adults. Evaluations are warm, collaborative, and highly individualized—with clear explanations and goal-focused recommendations. Evaluations are conducted by Dr. Ailion and members of the clinical team, depending on clinical fit and scheduling availability.

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What It’s Like to Work With Us

Collaborative, thoughtful, and practical—focused on clarity and next steps.

Families often come to us feeling overwhelmed by unanswered questions, school concerns, medical complexity, or uncertainty about next steps. Dr. Ailion’s approach is collaborative, thoughtful, and highly individualized. She works to understand each child or young adult quickly and deeply, while helping families feel organized, informed, and supported throughout the process.

The goal is not just to provide test scores or diagnoses. The goal is to translate complex information into a clear, practical plan that families, schools, physicians, therapists, and other providers can actually use.

Ready to take the next step?

Tell us what you’re looking for (in general terms). We’ll follow up by email with next steps, availability, and what to expect.