UNDERSTANDING MINDS

A neurodiversity-affirming psychology practice

Understanding Minds exists to equip children, adolescents, young adults, and their families with information about the unique ways in which their minds work and thrive.

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Understanding fosters growth.

Living beings are designed to grow. We are built to develop, to adapt, and to shape and be shaped by the world around us. When challenges arise, our understandings of ourselves and our environments drive our efforts to make change. Understanding Minds offers a range of services that are designed to help clients better understand themselves and their children so that growth, change, and thriving can be supported. Contact us today to discover if our services may be a good fit for your needs.

Our Services

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Consultation

Parent Consultation Services provide families with a single-session collaborative environment to discuss their questions or concerns about issues of development, education, or neurodiversity. 

Clinical Consultation Services are likewise available upon request.

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Testing

Comprehensive Evaluations are designed to deepen understanding about how your (or your child’s) mind works. Drawing from measures of intellectual, academic, neuropsychological, and psychological functioning, Comprehensive Evaluations identify an individual’s specific strengths, differences, and characteristics in order to make recommendations for next steps.

Professional Development

Understanding Minds is available to lead professional trainings and workshops on a range of topics at the intersection of learning, mental health, and development. Dr. Backe’s sessions are designed to enhance participants’ existing levels of understanding, promote practical strategies, and foster professional growth.