Serving Redmond, Bellevue, WA and the Greater Seattle Area
Parent Consultation, Psychoeducational Evaluations & Private Tutoring in Redmond, WA
Understand exactly why school is hard for your child — then follow a clear, expert plan that rebuilds skills and confidence. Dr. Deborah Custer combines expert knowledge of educational psychology, expert educational assessment, and individualized interventions to support families across Redmond, Bellevue, and the Eastside.
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · In-person sessions across the Eastside
Dr. Custer offers educational consultation, parent coaching, psychoeducational evaluations, and tutoring tailored to your child's unique learning needs.
Empowering parents with knowledge and tools to support their child's learning and confidently navigate the educational system. Support is provided to parents who send their child to public or private schools, as well as those who homeschool.
How we help
Four ways families work with Dr. Custer
Educational Consultant
Clear guidance through IEPs, 504 Plans, and school placement decisions.
Independent educational consulting for King County and Snohomish County families: records review, school meetings, advocacy, and long-term academic planning.
- Records review
- School meeting preparation
- Advocacy support
- Long-term academic planning
Educational Evaluator
Comprehensive testing plus the teaching that follows it.
Psychoeducational evaluation for dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, executive functioning, and learning differences — with a written report, school-ready recommendations, and follow-up instruction.
- Dyslexia
- ADHD
- Dyscalculia
- Dysgraphia
- Executive functioning challenges
- Learning differences
Tutor
Subject-specific tutoring for preschool and elementary students.
Ongoing tutoring support in reading, writing, math, and executive functioning, in person near Kirkland, Redmond, Bellevue, and the greater Eastside.
- Reading and phonics
- Written expression
- Math foundations
- Homework and organization
Private Tutor
One-to-one instruction built around how your child actually learns.
Individualized private tutoring in Redmond and Bellevue, WA and across the Eastside for reading, writing, math, and study skills — planned by an expert in child development and learning.
- Reading
- Writing
- Math
- Study skills
- Executive functioning
Why families choose this practice
An expert you can actually talk to
Expert guidance
A Ph.D. in Educational Psychology — a distinct discipline from a doctorate in education — and decades of experience in classroom instruction, assessment, intervention planning, and educational consulting inform every recommendation.
Assessment-driven teaching
Dr. Custer both evaluates and provides educational interventions, ensuring assessment results become practical strategies instead of sitting unused in a report.
One consistent professional
Families work directly with Dr. Custer from the initial consultation through evaluations, school meetings, and progress reviews. No handoffs and no rotating tutors.
Local, in-person support
In-person sessions are available in Redmond, Bellevue, Bothell, Kirkland, Mountlake Terrace, and surrounding Eastside communities. Online may be an option for some tutoring depending on student needs, but not for testing; that is determined case by case.
Experience
Familiar with the districts your child attends
Dr. Custer brings broad experience working with students, families, and schools across different communities and educational settings. She understands that every school system has its own processes, expectations, and approaches to supporting students with learning differences.
Whether your child attends a public school, private school, or another educational setting, recommendations are tailored to the specific needs of the student and the requirements of their school environment. Dr. Custer helps families understand available support options, communicate effectively with educators, and determine the right path forward.
Tutoring, evaluations, and consulting services are customized on a case-by-case basis. While online tutoring may be an option for some students, testing and evaluations require a more individualized approach and are determined based on the student's needs and circumstances.
Wherever your family is located, the first step is a conversation about what you are seeing at home and at school, followed by guidance on whether tutoring, evaluation, or consultation is the best starting point. The focus is on preschool and elementary students, with experience supporting students through high school.
Areas served
- Redmond, WA
- Bellevue, WA
- Bothell, WA
- Kirkland, WA
- Sammamish, WA
- Issaquah, WA
- Woodinville, WA
- Mill Creek, WA
- Mountlake Terrace, WA
- Everett, WA
- Renton, WA
- Seattle, WA
Where to begin
A simple, low-pressure starting process
Parent guidance is included throughout the process, helping families better understand child development, how children learn, and how to confidently navigate the educational system.
- Free phone consultation to describe your concerns and hear candid options
- Parent guidance in understanding child development, how children learn, and the educational system
- A recommendation for tutoring, evaluation, or consultation — whichever fits, including none of them
- Baseline review of report cards, prior testing, IEP or 504 documents, and work samples
- A written plan with goals, session cadence, and how progress will be measured
- Regular check-ins with parents so you always know what is improving and what is next
- Coordination with teachers and school teams when that helps your child
- Tools you can use at home to keep supporting your child between sessions
Answers for local families
Questions Eastside parents ask first
Your child's next school year can look different
A 30 minute consultation is free, unhurried, and free of pressure. Call (847) 651-7892 or send a message and Dr. Custer will follow up personally with honest next steps for your family in Redmond, Bellevue, Bothell, Kirkland, or anywhere on the Eastside.