Ascend Evaluations, LLC provides independent, objective, and evidence-based psychological evaluations to support legal, educational, and clinical decision-making.
Our work is designed to assist courts, attorneys, families, and institutions by delivering clear, well-supported opinions grounded in established professional standards and best practices.
Ascend Evaluations is grounded in a structured, methodical approach to assessment. Each evaluation is carefully tailored to the referral question and integrates multiple sources of data to ensure accuracy, balance, and reliability.
Our work is guided by:
Ascend Evaluations builds upon more than 25 years of forensic and psychological evaluation experience through its affiliation with Hugh S. Smith, Ph.D. & Associates, P.C.
Our evaluators have extensive experience working with:
• Courts and legal systems
• Attorneys and legal professionals
• Families and individuals
• School districts and educational teams
This foundation supports a high standard of professionalism, consistency, and credibility across all evaluations.
Ascend Evaluations is defined by a commitment to clarity, structure, and professional rigor.
