Independent Educational Evaluations · Texas

Every child deserves
to be heard & understood

Lumina Speech & Language Services provides independent, comprehensive speech and language evaluations for children whose families want answers beyond what the school provides.

Ofrecemos evaluaciones del habla y lenguaje independientes para familias que buscan respuestas más allá de lo que ofrece la escuela.

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South Texas · Crystal City · Telehealth statewide
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What is an IEE?

An Independent Educational Evaluation is a professional assessment conducted by a qualified evaluator outside of your child's school district.

Under IDEA, you have the right

to request an IEE at public expense if you disagree with the school's evaluation.

✓  Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
✓  IDEA-Compliant Evaluations
✓  English & Spanish Services
✓  School District IEE Accepted
✓  Serving All of Texas
Social Language

Evaluation of social communication including conversation, perspective-taking, and understanding social context.

Lenguaje social y pragmático

IEE Eligible
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Fluency Evaluation

Comprehensive assessment of stuttering and other fluency disorders, including severity, impact, and treatment recommendations.

Evaluación de fluidez del habla

IEE Eligible
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Bilingual Assessment

Specialized evaluation for Spanish-English bilingual children, distinguishing language differences from true language disorders.

Evaluación bilingüe especializada

English & Spanish
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Private Speech Therapy

Individual therapy sessions for children and adults targeting speech, language, fluency, and communication goals. Cash pay only — no insurance accepted.

Terapia del habla privada — pago directo

Cash Pay
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School Contract Evaluations

Comprehensive speech and language evaluations contracted directly with private schools and districts needing additional evaluation support.

Evaluaciones contratadas para escuelas

Contract Services
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Telehealth Services

Evaluations and therapy sessions available via secure telehealth platform — serving families across Texas from the comfort of home.

Servicios por telepráctica en todo Texas

Statewide

All services are private pay. We do not accept insurance. Contact us for pricing information.

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Know Your Rights

Under IDEA, your family
has protected rights

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) gives parents specific rights when it comes to educational evaluations. You don't have to accept the school's assessment as the final word.

La Ley IDEA le otorga derechos específicos como padre en cuanto a las evaluaciones educativas de su hijo.

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Right to Disagree

If you disagree with the school's evaluation, you have the right to request an IEE in writing.

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Public Expense

The school district may be required to fund your IEE if they cannot justify their own evaluation.

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Must Be Considered

The school must consider the IEE results when making decisions about your child's services.

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IEP Meetings

You can bring your IEE evaluator to IEP meetings to present findings and advocate for your child.

How to Request an IEE from Your School District

1

Put it in writing. Send a letter or email to your special education director stating you disagree and are requesting an IEE.

2

Request their IEE criteria. The district must provide you with criteria for approved IEE evaluators.

3

Contact Lumina. We'll confirm we meet the district's criteria and schedule your child's evaluation.

4

Attend the IEP meeting. We present our findings and advocate alongside your family.

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How It Works

Our evaluation process

From first contact to final report, we make the process clear, supportive, and thorough. You'll never be left wondering what comes next.

1

Free Consultation

We discuss your concerns, review your child's history, and answer all your questions about the IEE process.

2

Intake & Records Review

We gather school records, previous evaluations, and parent and teacher input to plan a thorough assessment.

3

Evaluation Sessions

We conduct standardized and dynamic assessments in a comfortable, child-friendly environment.

4

Report & IEP Support

You receive a comprehensive written report with findings and recommendations — and we attend IEP meetings with you.

Georgina Vásquez Flores, Licensed SLP

About Lumina

Meet Georgina
Vásquez Flores, SLP

Lumina Speech & Language Services was founded by Georgina Vásquez Flores, M.S., CCC-SLP, a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist based in South Texas with a passion for helping families navigate the special education system. Serving Crystal City and all of Texas via telehealth, Georgina brings expertise, cultural understanding, and genuine advocacy to every family she works with.

Lumina fue fundado por Georgina Vásquez Flores, SLP bilingüe del sur de Texas, con la misión de ayudar a las familias hispanohablantes a navegar el sistema de educación especial.

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Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
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Texas Licensed — ASHA Member
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IDEA & Special Education Law Knowledgeable
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Bilingual: English & Spanish
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IEP Meeting Attendance Available

Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

How much does an IEE cost? / ¿Cuánto cuesta una IEE? +
Our evaluation fees vary depending on the scope of assessment needed. We offer a free consultation to discuss your child's needs and provide a detailed quote. If your school district is funding the IEE, they are responsible for the cost within reasonable market rates.
Can the school refuse to pay for an IEE? +
Yes — the school district may initiate a due process hearing to defend their evaluation. However, if they do not file for due process, they must fund your IEE. We can help you understand this process and your options.
How long does the evaluation take? +
Most evaluations are completed across 1–2 sessions, typically 2–3 hours total. The full written report is usually ready within 2–3 weeks of completing testing.
Do you conduct evaluations in Spanish? / ¿Hacen evaluaciones en español? +
Yes! We offer fully bilingual evaluations in English and Spanish. This is especially important for children who speak Spanish at home, as it ensures we accurately distinguish between a language difference and a true language disorder.
Will you attend our IEP meeting? +
Absolutely. We strongly encourage IEP meeting attendance. Having your evaluator present to explain findings and advocate for recommended services can make a significant difference in the outcome of your child's IEP.
What areas of Texas do you serve? +
We serve families throughout Texas. Some portions of evaluations can be conducted via telehealth, and we travel for in-person sessions. Contact us to discuss your location and we will find a solution that works for your family.

Get Started

Request a free consultation

Tell us about your child and we'll reach out within one business day to schedule a free 20-minute consultation.

Cuéntenos sobre su hijo y nos comunicaremos dentro de un día hábil para programar una consulta gratuita.

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Location

South Texas · Crystal City
Telehealth available statewide across Texas

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Email

[email protected]

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Languages

English & Spanish / Inglés y Español

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Response Time

We respond within 1 business day

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