About NPALA

Nashville Psychological Assessment and Learning Associates, PLLC was founded in 2017 by three licensed psychologists with over twenty combined years of experience working within school districts and clinical settings across the Southeastern United States. We specialize in comprehensive psychoeducational assessments of children, adolescents, and adults. We have special expertise in the diagnosis of autism, dyslexia, learning disabilities, developmental delays, intellectual giftedness, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), behavioral disorders, and emotional disturbances that are likely to impact educational and daily functioning.

Our extensive experience working within school districts across the southeastern United States, makes us especially equipped to provide you with an evaluation that meets your needs. It can be intimidating to try to navigate the process of getting an accurate diagnosis. Rely on our specialized knowledge and experience to ensure that you get the answers that you are seeking.

Our Services

Psycho-educational Evaluations

We can provide you with a thorough evaluation for a broad variety of referral concerns including:

  • Behavioral disorders

  • Emotional disorders

  • Intellectual giftedness

  • Intellectual disabilities

  • Cognitive processing strengths and weaknesses

  • Autism spectrum disorders

  • Dyslexia

  • Learning disorders and disabilities

  • Developmental delays

  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)


Educational Consultation

Are you having trouble figuring out how to navigate the process of getting your child the help he or she needs within an educational setting, such as a public or private school? We have the expertise to advise you on the ins and outs of support team meetings, 504 plans, and individualized education programs (IEPs).


Parent Training

We can help with common behavioral problems in the home. Are you experiencing problems with recurrent temper tantrums or other behavioral difficulties? Do you sometimes worry about taking your child out in public or going out to eat? Let us help you develop a behavior plan that will help your family enjoy spending time together in a variety of activities, no matter where you are.

Our Staff

We are a team of highly trained and specialized school psychologists with 20 plus years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and their families. 

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Dr. Aimee Dukes, Ph.D., NCSP, HSP

Dr. Dukes is a licensed psychologist with in depth experience in assessment of autism disorders, behavioral disorders, and learning disabilities.  She has a wide range of experience in conducting assessments and developing intervention plans for individuals with unique learning styles and special needs. She has served children as both a psychologist and interventionist.

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Dr. Katherine Price, Ph.D., NCSP, HSP

Dr. Price is a licensed psychologist with in depth experience in specialized assessment of autism spectrum disorders. She has conducted assessments in a broad range of clinic- and school-based settings, worked with schools and families to write effective behavior plans, and provided broad psychological services to preschool aged students to adolescents. 

 

Contact Us

We are available via appointment only. We have weekend and evening appointments available to help busy families access our services. 

You can contact us via phone or text at 615.988.0194, via email at info@nashvilleassessment.com, or complete the form below. 

 

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