Developmental & Behavioral Evaluations for Children
Watching your child grow is exciting, but it can also raise questions about speech, behavior, learning, attention, or social development. CLS Health provides developmental and behavioral pediatric care for infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents in the Houston area, with evaluations available in Sugar Land and Webster.
Our providers help families understand developmental and behavioral concerns, identify when additional evaluation may be needed, and develop personalized next steps to support their child's health and development.
Understanding Developmental & Behavioral Pediatric Care
Families concerned about their child's behavior, learning, or development may be referred to different types of pediatric professionals depending on their needs. Developmental-behavioral pediatricians are pediatric subspecialists with additional fellowship training and board certification in developmental-behavioral pediatrics.
General pediatricians with experience in developmental and behavioral health can also evaluate many common concerns, provide screening and treatment, and determine when subspecialty evaluation is appropriate.
Khaled Mohammed, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician with focused expertise in developmental and behavioral health, including ADHD evaluation and management, developmental and behavioral screening, and concerns involving anxiety, learning, and school performance.
Developmental & Behavioral Concerns We Evaluate
Families may seek an evaluation for concerns involving:
- ADHD and attention difficulties
- Developmental delays
- Speech and language development
- Learning difficulties
- Behavioral concerns
- Social development
- Anxiety and emotional concerns
- School performance
- Autism-related developmental concerns
- Missed developmental milestones
ADHD Evaluation & Management
Dr. Mohammed specializes in the evaluation and treatment of ADHD and co-occurring concerns, including anxiety, learning challenges, and behavioral regulation issues.
ADHD evaluations may include:
- Detailed parent and child interviews
- Behavioral rating scales
- Review of school input and prior testing
- Medical assessment to rule out contributing conditions
Treatment plans are individualized and may include:
- Behavioral strategies
- School coordination and documentation
- Medication management when appropriate
- Ongoing monitoring and support
Developmental & Behavioral Screening Tests We Offer
Developmental and behavioral screening tests help identify whether a child may benefit from further evaluation. Screening does not provide a diagnosis. Instead, it helps identify children who may benefit from a more comprehensive evaluation.
Our screening services include:
- Developmental milestone screenings
- Autism screening for toddlers
- Preschool readiness screening tests
- Behavioral and attention assessments
If screening results suggest concerns, a comprehensive developmental evaluation may be recommended.
Autism Screening for Toddlers & Young Children
Parents may seek autism screening after noticing differences in communication, social interaction, play, or behavior. Developmental screening can help determine whether a child may benefit from additional evaluation.
Screening may include a developmental history, parent questionnaires, standardized screening tools, and observation of your child's development and behavior. If results indicate that further assessment is appropriate, your pediatrician can discuss next steps and coordinate referrals when needed.
When Should You Seek a Developmental or Behavioral Evaluation?
Consider scheduling an evaluation if you notice:
- Missed speech or motor milestones
- Behavioral concerns at home or school
- Difficulty with attention, learning, or social interaction
- Concerns raised by teachers or daycare providers
- Regression or loss of previously acquired skills
- Difficulty communicating or interacting with others
- Concerns about whether your child's development is progressing as expected
Trusting your instincts is important. Early answers can reduce uncertainty and help guide appropriate support.
Have Questions About Your Child's Development?
If you have concerns about your child's attention, behavior, learning, communication, or developmental milestones, our pediatric team can help evaluate your concerns and recommend appropriate next steps.
What to Expect During a Developmental & Behavioral Evaluation
Step 1: Developmental & Medical History
Review your child's health, development, family history, and concerns.
Step 2: Screening & Assessment
Your provider may use standardized questionnaires or screening tools appropriate for your child's age and concerns.
Step 3: Observation & Discussion
Your provider evaluates your child's behavior and development and discusses findings with you.
Step 4: Personalized Next Steps
Recommendations may include monitoring, treatment, school support, therapy, additional testing, or referral to another specialist.
Developmental & Behavioral Pediatric Care in Houston
CLS Health provides developmental and behavioral pediatric care for families throughout Greater Houston, with convenient access in Sugar Land and Webster.
Sugar Land area
- Sugar Land
- Stafford
- Missouri City
- Southwest Houston
Webster/Clear Lake area
- Webster
- Clear Lake
- League City
- Friendswood
Why Choose CLS Health for Developmental & Behavioral Pediatric Care?
Families choose CLS Health for:
- Board-certified pediatric care
- ADHD evaluation and management
- Developmental and behavioral screening
- Autism screening
- Evidence-based screening tools
- Personalized treatment recommendations
- Coordination with schools, therapists, and specialists
- Convenient Sugar Land and Webster locations
Our pediatric team takes a family-centered approach to understanding your child's needs and helping you determine the appropriate next steps.
Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics FAQs
A developmental-behavioral pediatrician is a pediatrician who has completed additional subspecialty training in developmental and behavioral pediatrics. General pediatricians with relevant expertise can also screen and evaluate many developmental and behavioral concerns and refer children for subspecialty care when needed.
Developmental concerns can be evaluated at any age. If you notice concerns involving milestones, communication, behavior, learning, attention, or social development, your pediatrician can help determine whether screening or further evaluation is appropriate.
Referral requirements vary by insurance plan and the type of evaluation needed. Contact your insurance provider or CLS Health to determine whether a referral is required.
Yes. Pediatricians with appropriate training and experience can evaluate and diagnose ADHD in children and adolescents. An ADHD evaluation typically considers symptoms across different settings and may include parent and teacher questionnaires, medical history, and assessment for other conditions that could contribute to symptoms.
Yes. Pediatricians routinely perform developmental surveillance and autism screening during early childhood. If screening identifies concerns, your pediatrician can recommend appropriate additional evaluation or referrals.
Next steps depend on your child's individual needs and findings. Recommendations may include monitoring, behavioral strategies, school support, therapy, treatment, additional testing, or referral to another specialist.
Schedule a Developmental & Behavioral Evaluation
If you have concerns about your child's development, behavior, attention, learning, or social skills, our pediatric team can help you better understand what's happening and determine appropriate next steps.
CLS Health provides developmental and behavioral pediatric care for families in Sugar Land, Webster, and surrounding Houston communities.
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