• Has your child been tested in school, but you aren't satisfied with the answers?

    • My child is bright, but can't seem to perform well in school.
    • The school says my child doesn't qualify for services, but she continues to fall further behind.
    • What accommodations would be best for my child to be successful in school?
    • My child was evaluated
      in school, but recommendations were too general. How can I get more specific help?
    • No one in the school system seems to know what's really going on with my child.

  • Offering New Solutions for Educational Challenges Using School Neuropsychology

    Traditional psychological and educational assessments in schools are limited because they don’t address many of the complex reasons children have difficulties. Dr. Leah Isler’s approach employs the most up-to-date, brain-based research, using multiple tools to assess each child’s unique processing strengths and weaknesses to understand how they learn, think and behave. This results in a more accurate diagnosis with individualized solutions to help your child achieve his or her full potential.

  • Philosophy

    Philosophy

    I believe strongly in a strength-based approach — one that focuses not just on identifying what’s challenging, but on discovering and building upon what already works.
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  • Process

    Process

    My first priority is to get to know your child as a whole person. By creating a warm, welcoming environment, I aim to build a relationship grounded in trust and mutual respect.
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  • Services

    Services

    Providing in-depth neuropsychological assessments in a calm, supportive environment allows me to uncover key insights and offer comprehensive, practical recommendations for your child’s needs.
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Helpful Insights for Parents: Articles by Dr. Isler

  • The Hidden Dangers of Too Much Internet and Gaming Use in Young Boys — And What Parents Can Do About It
    The Hidden Dangers of Too Much Internet and Gaming Use in Young Boys –And What Parents Can Do About It

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  • The Hidden Dangers of Social Media for Young Girls — And What Parents Can Do About It
    The Hidden Dangers of Social Media for Young Girls — And What Parents Can Do About It

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  • How Does School Neuropsychology Support the Latest Research on Dyslexia?
    How Does School Neuropsychology Support the Latest Research on Dyslexia?

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  • Why School Neuropsychological Testing for Children Matters
    Why School Neuropsychological Testing for Children Matters

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  • Dr. Leah Isler

    Dr. Leah Isler

    Dr. Leah Isler is the founder of Child Neuropsychology, a private practice based in Ridgewood, New Jersey, where she provides in-depth school neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents throughout Bergen County and surrounding areas. She specializes in comprehensive neuropsychological assessments that help clarify learning profiles and guide effective support strategies.

    Her areas of expertise include evaluations for learning disabilities such as ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and dyslexia, as well as challenges related to anxiety, depression, and emotional or behavioral regulation.

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