Looking for dyslexia testing in Fort Worth? At DFW Physicians Medical Associates (DFWPMA), our licensed psychologist helps children, adolescents, and families investigate persistent reading difficulties, problems with word recognition, spelling challenges, and other learning-related concerns that may indicate dyslexia.
Dyslexia testing evaluates reading-related abilities, including phonological processing, word decoding, reading fluency, and spelling. A comprehensive evaluation can help determine whether a person’s difficulties are consistent with dyslexia, identify learning strengths and weaknesses, and guide recommendations for educational support.
Whether your child struggles to recognize words, reads significantly below grade level, has difficulty spelling, or continues experiencing reading problems despite additional instruction, DFWPMA offers psychological assessment services to help clarify potential learning difficulties.
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DFW Physicians Medical Associates provides psychological and learning-related assessment services in Fort Worth through Mark Ruggles, PhD, a licensed psychologist with extensive experience in school psychology, pediatric neuropsychology, cognitive assessment, and educational challenges.
Patients and families seeking dyslexia testing at DFWPMA can benefit from:
Dyslexia testing is particularly important when reading difficulties persist despite appropriate instruction and practice. Early identification can help children receive targeted reading interventions, although adolescents and adults with longstanding reading difficulties may also benefit from evaluation.
Schedule an appointment with DFWPMA Fort Worth to discuss dyslexia testing needs and available psychological assessment options.
Mark Ruggles, PhD, is a licensed psychologist and Licensed Specialist in School Psychology with more than 20 years of experience in psychological assessment, counseling, and educational leadership. He earned his doctorate from Texas Woman’s University, with an emphasis in pediatric neuropsychology.
Dr. Ruggles has professional experience in cognitive, emotional, and behavioral assessment, developmental disabilities, and educational challenges. He has also served as Director of Special Education for multiple Texas school districts, bringing practical knowledge of learning differences, school-based evaluation processes, and educational support systems.
His background in school psychology and psychological assessment is particularly relevant to evaluating persistent reading difficulties, investigating possible learning disorders, and helping families understand the educational implications of assessment findings.
Dyslexia testing examines the reading and language-related skills involved in accurate and fluent word recognition, decoding, and spelling. A comprehensive evaluation considers standardized test results alongside developmental history, educational experiences, previous instruction, and other factors that may influence reading performance.
Common areas investigated during dyslexia assessments include:
Dyslexia is a learning disorder characterized by persistent difficulties with accurate or fluent word reading and spelling. These difficulties often involve weaknesses in phonological processing and are not explained simply by low intelligence or lack of effort.
The American Psychological Association recognizes dyslexia as a condition affecting reading-related skills and emphasizes the importance of appropriate psychological assessment when investigating learning difficulties.
Source: American Psychological Association — Dyslexia
Not every child who struggles with reading has dyslexia. Reading difficulties may also involve language disorders, inadequate reading instruction, attention-related concerns, sensory impairments, or other developmental and educational factors. A comprehensive evaluation considers these possibilities rather than interpreting one low reading score as a diagnosis.
Dyslexia can occur in individuals with average or above-average intellectual abilities. Intelligence testing may be useful for answering certain clinical questions, but an IQ discrepancy is not required to identify dyslexia.
Schedule a psychological assessment at DFWPMA Fort Worth to discuss persistent reading difficulties and available dyslexia testing options.
At DFWPMA Fort Worth, psychological assessment services can help investigate learning difficulties, cognitive functioning, developmental concerns, and academic performance problems. Patients seeking a dedicated dyslexia evaluation should confirm the specific reading and language-related testing components available when scheduling.
Dr. Mark Ruggles brings experience in school psychology, pediatric neuropsychology, cognitive assessment, and special education. His professional background is relevant to evaluating learning-related concerns and interpreting psychological findings in the context of a student’s educational development.
Depending on the referral question and available testing services, a dyslexia evaluation may include:
The American Psychological Association emphasizes that psychological assessments should use appropriate standardized measures, consider the individual’s background, and integrate multiple sources of information when interpreting results.
Source: American Psychological Association — Testing Standards
Dyslexia testing is not the same as dyslexia treatment. Evaluation identifies reading-related difficulties and helps guide recommendations, while intervention typically involves explicit, systematic instruction in foundational reading skills tailored to the student’s needs.
A private dyslexia evaluation may provide useful documentation for families and schools, but it does not automatically establish eligibility for an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 accommodations. Educational eligibility decisions follow applicable school procedures.
Families should confirm the availability of dedicated dyslexia testing, the assessment instruments used, written report options, and any school documentation requirements before scheduling.
Looking for dyslexia testing in Fort Worth, Texas? Contact DFWPMA or call (903) 957-0082 to discuss reading difficulties, learning disability assessments, and available psychological testing appointments with Dr. Mark Ruggles.
