Psychological Assessments in Kollam – Pranaah Psychological Services
Accurate Evaluation • Clear Diagnosis • Meaningful Guidance for Children, Teens & Adults
Led by Dr. Devi Raj — Psychologist, Licensed Early Interventionist & Certified Life Coach
A psychological assessment allows a therapist/psychologist to understand the scope and impact of behavioural symptoms, establish possible triggers and set intervention goals accordingly.
Parents may encounter their child facing difficulties, such as not learning well in school. Inadvertently, there can be many possibilities that lead to this. Could the child have a reading problem, such as dyslexia? Or could it be an attention problem or difficulty with impulse control related to attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder?
By assessing a child’s behaviour with the use of psychological assessment tools, a psychologist can figure out the most reliable trigger(s) to address the presented issue.
At Pranaah , we conduct psychological assessment and testing for the following conditions:
Our services include:
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Asperger’s Syndrome
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Central Auditory Processing Disorder
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Developmental Co-ordination Disorder
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Developmental Delay (GDD)
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Dysgraphia
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Dyslexia and other learning disabilities
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Dyspraxia
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Intellectual Disability
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Pervasive developmental disorders
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Selective Mutism
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Sensory Integration Disorder
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Slow learners, Cognitive Delay
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Social and Emotional/ Behavioural Assessment
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Specific Language Impairment
Our Child Development Team provide you the best service
Intelligence Quotient (IQ) Test
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Intelligence is a general term referring to the ability to learn and to social demand. The IQ score often represents a measure of the child’s overall potential. An IQ score is typically used as a baseline for all psychological assessments. Based on the child’s IQ score, The child’s overall intellectual functioning can be evaluated. You must check your child’s IQ under the following circumstances.
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Poor performance in studies
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Excessively distractive or hyperactive
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Immature behavior up to their age
Personality assessments
Personality assessment, is used to understand about the characteristic traits, attitudes, beliefs, values, needs, motives, emotional states, coping styles, or aspirations of an adult. A personality scale shows a specific level of personality, relative to others. For example, a personality test containing a single anxiety scale would indicate whether you are more anxious, normal level, or less anxious than people in general. An individual must take a personality test when you feel,
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You are not actively engaging with other people
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Not pleasant and cooperative to others
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Losing self-control
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Frequently experiencing intense negative emotions
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) Test
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a brain disorder commonly noticed by inattention , hyperactivity or impulsivity . Some people with ADHD only have problems with one of these deficiencies, but some others have both inattention and hyperactivity-impulsivity. Most children have the combined type of ADHD. In preschool, the most common ADHD symptom is hyperactivity.
But a person with ADD shows enough symptoms of inattention, but the symptom of hyperactivity is absent. Indeed, people with ADD can be calm and serene. It is advisable to take an ADHD or ADD test, under the following symptoms.
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Inattention
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Unfocused motor activity and impulsivity(only for ADHD)
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Make careless mistakes in schoolwork or at work
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Not seem to listen when spoken to directly
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Have trouble waiting their turn
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Interrupt in conversations, games, or activities
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Talk nonstop
For Assessments and Appointments call: +919446010728 / 9037347726
Our Locations
Pranaah Holistic Health Care Pvt Ltd.,
Old Rams Hospital,
Kottamukku, Kollam
KERALA, INDIA 691013
Mob: +91 9446010728, 9446478726
For Appointments: +91 8078971738, 9037347726
Clinic Timings: 9am - 6pm all days
email: pranaahwellness@gmail.com
Understanding a child’s emotional, behavioral, cognitive, or developmental challenges starts with an accurate psychological assessment. Without a clear understanding, parents may feel confused, children may struggle silently, and teachers may misunderstand a child's true potential.
At Pranaah Psychological Services & Child Development Centre, Kollam, we provide scientifically grounded psychological assessments that help parents, schools, and individuals understand what is happening — and what to do next. Pranaah is proud to be one of Kollam’s most trusted psychological centers, guided by:
Dr. Devi Raj
Psychologist • Licensed Early Interventionist • Certified Life Coach
With over a decade of experience, Dr. Devi Raj leads a strong multidisciplinary team of:
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Child & Adolescent Psychologists
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Behavioral Therapists
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Occupational Therapists
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Speech Therapists
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Special Educators
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Counselors
This multidisciplinary structure ensures that every assessment is holistic, accurate, and deeply insightful.
Why Psychological Assessments Are Important
A psychological assessment helps to:
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Identify developmental delays
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Understand behavior and emotional concerns
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Detect learning difficulties
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Diagnose ADHD, Autism, or other conditions
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Understand a child’s strengths & struggles
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Guide therapy, schooling, and parenting decisions
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Plan Early Intervention accurately
Assessments at Pranaah are child-friendly, stress-free, and designed to help families gain clarity.
Types of Psychological Assessments Available at Pranaah
1️⃣ Developmental Assessments
For children showing delays in speech, motor skills, social interaction, or milestones.
2️⃣ Cognitive / IQ Assessments
To understand intellectual abilities, reasoning, memory, attention, and learning potential.
3️⃣ Learning Disability Assessments
For suspected dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and academic struggles.
4️⃣ Behavior & Emotional Assessments
For anxiety, conduct issues, emotional regulation, confidence issues, or school refusal.
5️⃣ Autism Assessments (ASD Screening & Profiling)
Based on developmental history, behavior patterns, communication, sensory responses.
6️⃣ ADHD Assessment
Attention, hyperactivity, impulsivity profiling, clinical observations, rating scales.
7️⃣ Sensory Processing Assessments
Conducted with OT + psychologist input.
8️⃣ Speech & Language Screening Assessments
To identify expressive, receptive, or social communication issues.
9️⃣ School Readiness / Aptitude Assessments
For preschoolers or children entering academic settings.
🔟 Career & Personality Assessments
Guided by Dr. Devi Raj (also a Certified Life Coach) for teens & young adults.
What Makes Assessments at Pranaah Different?
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✔ Led by Dr. Devi Raj, a highly trusted Psychologist
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✔ Collaborative, multidisciplinary assessment model
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✔ Child-friendly, culturally sensitive approach
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✔ Clear, easy-to-understand reports for parents
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✔ Actionable recommendations for therapy, school, and home
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✔ Follow-up sessions to guide parents
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✔ Early Intervention plans designed by specialists
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✔ More than 10 years of experience serving families across Kerala
Pranaah focuses on clarity, accuracy, and meaningful guidance — not just testing.
What Parents Receive After the Assessment
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Detailed assessment report
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Diagnosis (if applicable)
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Strengths & challenges profile
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Recommendations for school
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Behavior & learning strategies
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Therapy plan (Speech/OT/Behavior/Special Education)
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Parent consultation with Dr. Devi Raj
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Follow-up monitoring options
Parents repeatedly share that this clarity changes their entire parenting perspective.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. When should I bring my child for a psychological assessment?
If you notice delays in development, learning difficulties, behavior issues, attention problems, emotional changes, or school struggles, an assessment is recommended.
2. Who conducts the assessments?
Assessments are supervised by Dr. Devi Raj, Psychologist & Licensed Early Interventionist, supported by trained psychologists and a multidisciplinary team under RCI Registration & AIOTA.
3. Are the tests child-friendly?
Yes. Sessions are playful, interactive, and adapted to the child’s comfort.
4. How long does an assessment take?
Depending on the type, 60 to 180 minutes. Sometimes assessments require multiple sessions.
5. Do you diagnose Autism, ADHD, or Learning Disabilities?
Yes. Our assessments provide accurate screening, profiling, and diagnostic guidance for these conditions.
6. Will schools accept these reports?
Yes. Reports are detailed and professional, accepted by most schools in Kerala.
7. Do you provide assessments for teenagers and adults?
Yes. We offer personality, emotional, aptitude, and career assessments.
8. Do you offer online psychological assessments?
Partial assessments and parent interviews can be conducted online; certain standardized tests require in-person evaluation.
9. Is a doctor’s referral required?
No. Parents may directly schedule an assessment at Pranaah.
10. What happens after the assessment?
Parents receive a detailed explanation, report, and therapy/learning recommendations customized for the child.