Early Childhood Developmental Assessment (Ages 3–5)
Developmental, Speech & Early Learning Evaluations
At Solari Child & Educational Psychology, we specialize in comprehensive developmental assessments for toddlers, and preschool-aged children (ages 3–5) in the Greater Austin area and surrounding Central Texas communities.
We understand that when your child is very young, uncertainty can feel especially heavy. You may be wondering about speech and language development, social communication, play skills, emotional regulation, or early signs of autism or developmental delay.
Our goal is to give you clear, early insight, so you can support your child with confidence at the most important stage of development.
If You’re Here, You’re Likely Asking Questions Like…
Is my toddler developing speech and language on time?
Should I be concerned about autism or developmental delays?
Why is my child not talking yet (or not talking as expected)?
Do we need a developmental assessment or autism evaluation?
What early interventions would actually help my child?
You don’t need to wait for certainty before seeking answers. Early understanding can make a meaningful difference.
Comprehensive Early Developmental Assessments (Ages 3–5)
We provide in-depth evaluations tailored specifically for young children, including:
Early developmental assessments
Autism evaluations for toddlers and preschoolers
Speech, language, and communication screening
Social interaction and play-based assessment
Early cognitive and learning profile evaluation
Emotional and behavioral development review
Our approach is warm, child-led, and developmentally appropriate, designed so your child feels safe, engaged, and understood.
A Unique “One-Stop Shop” Integrated Assessment Model
We are proud to offer families who need a more comprehensive evaluation, a joint psychology + speech and language assessment pathway.
This means your child can be seen in one coordinated service by:
A psychologist
A speech and language therapist
Instead of multiple separate appointments across different clinics, your child is supported in one familiar setting, with professionals working together in real time.
What this means for your family:
Your child only goes to one location
No repeated storytelling or fragmented assessments
Both professionals collaborate throughout the evaluation
Findings are fully integrated into one unified report
Recommendations are streamlined and consistent across disciplines
This “one team, one plan” approach reduces stress for families and ensures nothing is missed.
What You Will Receive
Following your child’s assessment, you will receive:
A clear understanding of your child’s developmental profile
Identification of strengths and areas of need
Diagnostic impressions (if applicable)
Integrated psychological + speech and language formulation (if joint assessment is completed)
Practical, early intervention recommendations
Guidance for preschool, daycare, or early educational support services
Our goal at this early stage of development is not just diagnosis. We want to provide you the support and direction needed for next steps.
What the Experience Feels Like for Your Child
We understand how sensitive early assessments can feel.
Our approach is:
Play-based and child-led
Gentle, flexible and developmentally appropriate
Designed to follow your child’s comfort and attention
Focused on building trust and safety first
We meet your child where they are :)
Why Early Assessment Matters
Early developmental insight can:
Support earlier access to speech and developmental therapies
Guide preschool placement decisions
Clarify whether differences are part of typical variation or need support
Reduce parental uncertainty and stress
Help you intervene at a stage when development is most responsive
If you’re unsure whether your child needs a psychology evaluation, a speech and language assessment, or the integrated joint pathway, we can help you decide before booking. Contact us on hello@solarchildpsychology.com