Private IEE, IEP & 504 Evaluations in Fishers, IN
In-depth psychological and psychoeducational testing that helps you advocate for the school support your child needs.
Short waits, not months: consult calls within days · intake typically about 2 weeks out · book testing within weeks. Many major hospital systems have much longer waits. See current availability.
Special education can feel overwhelming. Maybe your school said your child doesn't qualify, or you want a more thorough look.
Dr. Kelsey Shively, PhD, HSPP, provides private psychological and psychoeducational evaluations that show how your child learns, what's in the way, and what will help. We serve families from schools in Fishers (Hamilton Southeastern), Carmel, Noblesville, Westfield, Zionsville, and greater Indianapolis, plus private and charter schools.
Book a free 10-minute consult · Call (317) 456-2321
How a private evaluation helps at school
First, a note: IEPs and 504 plans are written, implemented, and governed by your child's school, and Hive doesn't write them. For an IEP, the school's multidisciplinary team (M-Team) completes its own educational evaluation, and the case conference committee (CCC) decides eligibility.
A private evaluation can:
Inform the school's evaluation. Schools can often build on our results rather than repeat them.
Provide a medical diagnosis (if criteria are met), such as ADHD, autism, or a specific learning disorder. A school evaluation gives an educational classification, not a medical diagnosis.
Support your advocacy if your child's needs aren't being met or the school declined to evaluate.
Go deeper than school testing in specific areas.
Recommend specific accommodations and supports for your child's team.
What we evaluate
Each evaluation is tailored to the referral question and may include:
Cognitive/intellectual testing (WISC-V, WPPSI-IV)
Academic achievement (WIAT-4, WRAT-5, KeyMath-3, GORT-5)
Phonological processing for reading concerns (CTOPP-2)
Language (CELF-5)
Attention and executive functioning (Conners CPT 3 / K-CPT 2, rating scales)
Memory
Autism assessment (ADOS-2, CARS-2) when relevant
Adaptive behavior and social-emotional/behavioral functioning
Parent and teacher rating forms; with your permission, talks with teachers and other providers
A comprehensive written report and a 60-minute feedback session
IEP vs. 504 plan: a quick overview
IEP (Individualized Education Program): governed by the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and, in Indiana, Article 7. It provides special education and related services for students who qualify under one of 13 disability categories, when the disability affects school performance.
504 plan: governed by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, a civil rights law. It provides accommodations for students with any disability that limits a major life activity, such as learning. Eligibility is broader than for an IEP.
How to request one in Indiana: put your evaluation request in writing to the school. The school must respond within 10 days.
Read our full guide to IEPs and 504 plans in Indiana · Private vs. school evaluations
Working with your child's school
With your written permission, we share results and talk with teachers or school psychologists so everyone is on the same page.
School forms and letters: $25 flat fee for brief ones; $180/hour of preparation for more detailed letters. Allow up to 7 days.
Case conference committee (CCC) meetings: attendance available case by case after discussion with your family
Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs): Hive accepts school-district-funded IEEs
Pricing: transparent and flat-fee
Hive is private-pay, with fixed, upfront prices and no surprise bills.
Phone consult: 10 minutes, free
Intake visit: 60–120 minutes, $240
Evaluation: a flat, value-based fee, generally $1,200–$2,800, based on your child's age, the referral question, and testing needed. Combined evaluations (e.g., autism + ADHD + learning) can run up to about $4,000. Your exact fee is set after intake, and you'll get a written Good Faith Estimate before deciding on testing.
Included: extra caregiver interviews as needed, collateral interviews, record review, all testing, scoring and report writing, a copy of the final report, and one 60-minute feedback appointment.
Payment: we don't take insurance, but HSA and FSA cards work. On request, we provide a superbill for possible out-of-network reimbursement (not guaranteed).
Current availability
Many major hospital systems have very long waits. At Hive, the typical timeline is:
Free 10-minute consult call: within days
Intake visit: about 2 weeks out
Testing: within weeks
Timing varies with your child's needs and the season. Book a free consult or call (317) 456-2321 for current openings.
Serving Fishers and surrounding communities
Our office is at 8977 Technology Drive, Suite B, in Fishers. Families come from Fishers and Geist, Carmel, Noblesville, Westfield, Zionsville, and greater Indianapolis.
Intake and feedback can be online, so you only come in for testing.
Frequently asked questions
Does Hive write my child's IEP or 504 plan?
No. IEPs and 504 plans are written, implemented, and governed by your child's school. A Hive evaluation can inform the school's evaluation and give the team detailed recommendations, and we're happy to collaborate.
Do schools have to accept a private evaluation?
Schools make their own eligibility decisions and do their own evaluation, but they generally consider outside evaluations you share. Working together, the two can build on each other and reduce repeat testing.
Is one type of evaluation better than the other?
It depends. A school evaluation is free and required for school supports. A private evaluation gives a medical diagnosis insurance accepts for outside services, or a deeper look. Many families benefit from both.
My school said my child doesn't need an evaluation. What can I do?
Schools may decline, even when a parent asks. A private evaluation can help you advocate. Indiana parents can also contact IN*SOURCE, the state's special education parent center, for free guidance.
My child goes to private school. Can you help?
Yes. Private evaluations are a common way to evaluate learning concerns and plan accommodations for private-school students.
Do I need a referral from my pediatrician?
No. You can contact us directly. If your pediatrician suggested an evaluation, we'll gladly coordinate with them once you sign a release.
Do you take insurance?
No, but you can pay with a health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA). Some insurers reimburse for evaluations, and we can provide a superbill. Some plans require prior authorization, and an insurer may not consider a clinically relevant evaluation medically necessary.
Advocate with confidence
Book a free consult · (317) 456-2321 · hello@hivecd.com
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