Gurgaon Samachar

New York, NY, USA – August 19, 2026 – As September approaches, the back-to-school transition frequently brings a mix of anticipation and anxiety for families, particularly those with children navigating ADHD and learning differences. To address the recurring challenges parents face at the start of the academic year, Columbia-trained clinical psychologist Dr. Elyse Bensusan is providing a comprehensive framework to help families secure necessary educational supports. Through her private practice, Bensusan Psychological Services, and the publication of her new book, Follow Your Gut: A New York Parent’s Guide to Neuropsychological Evaluations, IEPs, and Special Education Services, Dr. Bensusan offers a practical roadmap for managing the special education system in New York City.

Demystifying the Evaluation Process

Designed for parents who observe their child struggling with attention, emotional regulation, language, or academic performance, Follow Your Gut breaks down the complex terminology surrounding Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), 504 Plans, and school evaluations. Dr. Bensusan authored the guide to answer the questions she receives daily from parents who are unsure of how to initiate the evaluation process or request special education services.

The book empowers parents to recognize early warning signs and teaches them how to ask focused, effective questions when communicating with school administrators and healthcare providers. Whether a family is beginning to research a neuropsychological evaluation in NYC or seeking a second opinion, the guide translates concerns into a clear, actionable plan.

A Strengths-Based Clinical Approach

Beyond her written work, Dr. Bensusan delivers comprehensive evaluations that move past surface-level symptoms and standardized scores. Families often struggle to differentiate between ADHD, anxiety, and autism spectrum profiles. Bensusan Psychological Services utilizes an emotionally attuned, strengths-based approach to assess these overlapping presentations.

By evaluating executive functioning, learning patterns, and social behavior collectively, Dr. Bensusan connects the data points to form a complete picture of the individual. “The goal of a neuropsychological evaluation is not just to generate scores; it’s to truly understand a child,” stated Dr. Bensusan. “A deficit-only model focuses on what a child cannot do. A strengths-based model helps identify how a child learns best, where they feel confident, and how those strengths can support areas of difficulty. That shift leads to recommendations that are more practical and supportive for both the child and the family.”

Expanded Testing Accommodations Service

Recognizing the time-sensitive nature of academic and professional planning, Bensusan Psychological Services has expanded its dedicated testing accommodations service. This distinct evaluation pathway is specifically structured for teenagers and adults requiring formal clinical documentation to obtain accommodations for high-stakes examinations.

The service provides comprehensive evaluations aligned with the strict documentation standards required by testing boards and credentialing agencies for exams such as the:

• SAT and ACT
• GRE and graduate-level testing
• LSAT (Law School Admission Test)
• MCAT and medical board examinations
• Professional licensing and certification exams

To support individuals facing tight registration deadlines, the practice offers expedited neuropsychological evaluations for accommodation eligibility, with reports available in approximately 10 days in many cases.

Increased Accessibility for NYC Families

As demand for specialized evaluations continues to rise, Bensusan Psychological Services has prioritized accessibility. The practice now offers weekend testing dates, providing discretion and flexibility for families balancing rigorous school and work schedules. Furthermore, the practice has broadened its reach to serve families throughout the entire city, removing previous geographic limitations associated with Upper East Side providers.

From the initial consultation through the final feedback session, Dr. Bensusan remains directly involved, ensuring families are heard and fully comprehend the test results and subsequent recommendations.

Families and professionals seeking more information or wishing to schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation can reach Bensusan Psychological Services via:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 917-440-2827
• Location: 1751 Second Avenue, Suite AZ-5, New York, NY 10028
• Website: https://www.dr-elysebensusan.com

About the Author

Dr. Elyse Bensusan is a New York-based clinical psychologist specializing in neuropsychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. Through her practice, Bensusan Psychological Services, she helps families understand learning, attention, language, executive functioning, social-emotional, and developmental concerns with clarity and practical direction. Her specialties include ADHD evaluations, learning disability and dyslexia testing, autism evaluations, IEP/504 guidance, and Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs). Known for her strategy-driven recommendations, Dr. Bensusan has spent more than 15 years helping families make sense of complex testing results and educational planning. Her work is grounded in one guiding principle: Clarity. Insight. Support.

About Bensusan Psychological Services

Bensusan Psychological Services is a New York City–based practice specializing in comprehensive neuropsychological and psychoeducational evaluations. Founded by Dr. Elyse Bensusan, PsyD, the practice focuses on ADHD, autism spectrum presentations, learning differences, executive functioning, and emotional regulation. Utilizing a strengths-based and emotionally attuned methodology, the practice delivers evaluations that integrate cognitive, emotional, and behavioral insights to provide clear, actionable recommendations. The practice serves children, adolescents, and adults, with a particular focus on high-functioning and complex profiles that are often misunderstood or overlooked in traditional testing environments.

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