Discover Strengths, Uncover Potential, and Support Your Child’s Unique Abilities

Do you think your child may be gifted? Have they shown advanced abilities, fast learning skills, or deep curiosity from an early age? Are you looking for clarity so you can provide them with the right educational environment and opportunities?

A Gifted Testing Evaluation can help you understand your child’s strengths, cognitive abilities, and unique learning profile. When giftedness is properly identified, families gain the insight they need to nurture talent, challenge the mind, and support emotional wellbeing.

Giftedness is more than being “smart.” It’s about how a child thinks, processes information, and experiences the world. And with the right assessment, you can unlock a deeper understanding of their abilities—and how to help them thrive.

What Is Gifted Testing?

Gifted Testing is a structured and research-supported evaluation that measures a child’s intellectual strengths and advanced cognitive skills. These assessments determine whether a child qualifies for gifted programs in schools and identify areas of exceptional ability.

Gifted evaluations often measure:

• High-level reasoning
• Verbal and nonverbal intelligence
• Academic readiness
• Processing speed
• Working memory
• Creative or abstract thinking

Giftedness can appear in many ways:

• Early reading or advanced vocabulary
• Strong memory and rapid learning
• Deep curiosity and intense focus
• Creative or logical problem-solving
• Sensitivity, empathy, or emotional intensity
• Unique thinking styles or ideas beyond age level

Why Get a Gifted Assessment?

If you’ve ever wondered:

• “Is my child bored because the work is too easy?”
• “Why does my child learn faster than their peers?”
• “Could my child qualify for a gifted program?”
• “How do I support both advanced thinking and emotional needs?”
• “What are my child’s specific strengths?”

A gifted assessment can give you the answers, providing clarity, direction, support, and documentation for school placement or enrichment opportunities.

Is My Child Gifted? Common Signs to Look For

Gifted traits can show up in many forms. Some signs include:

• Learning new concepts quickly
• Asking deep, complex questions
• Exceptional memory or recall
• Early reading or advanced language skills
• High curiosity or strong imagination
• Intense focus on topics of interest
• Creative problem solving
• Sensitivity or emotional depth
• Preference for older peers or adults

Some gifted children may also show boredom with routine work, perfectionism, emotional intensity, big-picture thinking, or difficulty relating to same-age peers.

Why Work With Dr. Jay Velez, Psy.D.?

Choosing the right psychologist for a gifted assessment is essential. Dr. Jay Velez offers an exceptional combination of expertise, clarity, and support for families seeking answers.

✓ Specialized Evaluation Experience

Trained in gold-standard cognitive assessments for gifted identification, including Wechsler tests and academically focused tools.

✓ Strengths-Focused Approach

Highlights cognitive assets while providing insight into emotional and social needs.

✓ Clear, Parent-Friendly Results

Reports are easy to understand so you can make informed decisions about your child’s education.

✓ Guidance for Gifted Placement

Provides documentation and recommendations recognized by public and private schools throughout Florida.

✓ Support for Twice-Exceptional (2e) Learners

Evaluation includes gifted children who also present with ADHD, anxiety, or learning differences.

✓ Compassionate and Child-Centered Care

Your child will be supported, understood, and respected throughout the evaluation process.

Who Is Gifted Testing For?

Gifted Testing may be right for you if:

K–12 Children

• Need challenge beyond grade-level work
• Are being considered for a gifted program
• Show advanced abilities not reflected in school performance
• Want support for enrichment or accelerated learning

Preschool-Aged Children

• Learn rapidly or show advanced comprehension
• Use sophisticated language
• Show early signs of exceptional ability

Parents Seeking Insight

• Insight into your child’s strengths
• Recommendations for gifted placement
• Support navigating school systems
• Clarity about twice-exceptional (2e) profiles

What Does the Gifted Evaluation Include?

Cognitive Evaluation

• Verbal reasoning
• Nonverbal reasoning
• Visual-spatial skills
• Processing speed
• Working memory

Academic Readiness / Achievement (as needed)

• Reading
• Math
• Writing
• Problem-solving

Behavioral / Emotional Screening (if indicated)

• Stress or anxiety
• Perfectionism
• Emotional intensity

Parent Consultation & Background Review

Understanding your child’s learning history and unique traits.

What You’ll Receive

• Detailed, easy-to-understand results report
• Scores required for gifted program qualification
• Personal feedback session with Dr. Velez
• Recommendations for school placement and enrichment
• Guidance for supporting advanced learners at home
• Insights about emotional, cognitive, and social needs

How the Process Works

1. Parent Intake & Consultation

Discuss concerns, goals, school requirements, and your child’s learning history.

2. Gifted Testing Session

A relaxed, child-friendly environment where your child completes cognitive tasks at their pace.

3. Scoring and Interpretation

Dr. Velez reviews results, patterns, and strengths to determine gifted eligibility.

4. Parent Feedback Session

You’ll receive clear answers, guidance, and next steps.

5. Comprehensive Report Provided

Includes scores, strengths, and tailored recommendations.

Take the Next Step

Gifted Testing provides the clarity you need to support your child’s academic, emotional, and developmental growth. Your child has incredible potential. Let’s understand it—and help it flourish.

Take the next step. Schedule your Gifted Testing evaluation today.