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Discover How Your Child Learns, Thinks, Grows, and Thrives
 

Trusted, Respected Bilingual Psychologist Helping Children Thrive | Silicon Valley 

 

  • IQ Testing, Psychological, Psycho-Educational Assessments

  • Counseling, Academic Coaching, Advocacy

  • Mandarin English Bilingual Psychologist 

  • Serving Bay Area Families

Licensed Educational Psychologist • 17+ Years Experience •  English & 中文

Parents say our assessments gave them actionable insights within weeks.

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Frances Lai, Ed. S.
Licensed Educational Psychologist 

You may be wondering...

Parents often ask me these questions 

Learning and Attention 

Why is my child struggling despite trying hard?​
 

Could this be ADHD, Dyslexia, or something else?​​

 

Emotional and Behavior

Why does my child get frustrated or anxious so easily?
 

Do you have strategies on emotional regulation or supporting social skill development?

School Support

My kids need more support at school, can you help me develop a 504 plan or IEP plan?

I need help brainstorming ideas for school support. 

Advanced Learner

Is my child gifted, but not being challenged?
 

Do we need testing for private school admissions?

We're here to help you navigate your child's learning journey, provide clear guidance and support to help you make decisions. 

Services 

Comprehensive, individualized support to understand your child with a personalized plan of support.

Comprehensive Psychoeducational Assessment

Understand how your child learns, including strengths, challenges, and school support needs.

Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE)

A second opinion on school evaluations to clarify your child’s needs.

Preschool & Early Developmental Assessments

Early assessments to understand learning, behavior, and developmental needs.

School Observation & Consultation

Insight into your child’s classroom experience and learning environment.

Cognitive (IQ) & Academic Testing

Testing for private school admissions, gifted programs, and academic insight.

Parent Support & Executive Function

Guidance for school meetings, learning strategies, and organization skills.

Get clear, expert insights to support your child’s academic and emotional development

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Our Process

How to get started on your journey

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1

Start with a Conversation

We talk through your concerns, what you are noticing where your child may be struggling. 

2

Gain Clarity

Through consultation, assessment, or review of existing information, we gain understanding of your child's needs. 

3

Move Forward with Confidence

You'll receive personalized recommendations with on going support if needed. 

Get clear next steps for your child's needs

Our Philosophy

​At Little Seed Education Consulting, every child’s abilities deserve to be understood, supported, and nurtured. Through evidence-based psychoeducational, cognitive, and educational assessments, I help families gain clarity and a deeper understanding of their child’s unique learning profile in a supportive and professional environment.

My work is grounded in extensive experience across a variety of classrooms, schools, and districts, which provides me with a strong understanding of how educational systems operate in practice. This school-based experience allows me to offer assessment recommendations that are both clinically informed and practical for implementation within educational settings, supporting meaningful outcomes at school and at home.

As a bilingual educational psychologist fluent in English and Mandarin, I strive to provide culturally responsive assessment and consultation services that are accessible, collaborative, and supportive for diverse families.

I believe a comprehensive psychoeducational assessment should do more than identify challenges. It should highlight a child’s strengths, provide clear and meaningful recommendations, and empower families with the insight needed to support their child’s academic, emotional, and developmental growth.

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Trusted by Bay Area Families 

IQ Testing for Children
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“Frances made our son feel at ease right from the start… he even asked to go back for more.”


— Parent, San Francisco Bay Area
 

Child Psychologist 
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“She was incredibly patient, kind, and skilled at engaging kids…thoughtful and  effective psychologist”


— Parent, Newark CA

Comprehensive Evaluations

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“She explained everything clearly and provided thoughtful, detailed feedback.”


— Parent of Four Children

Child Development Support

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“She quickly established a trusting rapport… offering invaluable guidance.”


— Parent, Fremont CA

Serving Families Across the Bay Area​

Fremont • Redwood City • Pleasanton • South San Jose • Los Gatos • San Francisco • East Bay

Comfortable Child-friendly Environment for
Psycho-educational Assessments

Centrally Located in Cupertino, Silicon Valley

Our office provides a central and accessible location for families across Silicon Valley seeking psychoeducational assessment, ADHD testing, and IQ testing services.

 

We support children and families from surrounding communities with a professional, and child-friendly assessment environment designed to make the process as comfortable and effective as possible.

21801 Stevens Creek Blvd Suite #207

Cupertino, CA 95014

Ready to Help Your Child Thrive?


Contact Frances Lai, Ed.S. for expert psychological services, educational assessments, consultations for children, teens, and families in Cupertino and the Bay Area.

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