Clarity, Compassion, and Science. It’s What Sets Us Apart
Dedicated to diagnostic excellence, compassionate care, and evaluations that empower individuals and families with answers.
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Who we are

Guiding You Toward Mental Wellness and Growth

Core Springs Diagnostics provides compassionate, science-backed psychological and neurodevelopmental evaluations for all ages, offering trusted answers that support informed decisions, early intervention, and greater understanding at school, home, or work.

Core Spring Diagnostics is a licensed psychological and neuropsychological evaluation practice serving families across Wisconsin from our offices in Wauwatosa and Madison. Our evaluations are conducted by doctoral-level, Wisconsin-licensed psychologists, including Dr. Loretta Markus, Psy.D. and Dr. Amy Asher, Psy.D. Every assessment and written report is completed by a licensed psychologist, never handed off to an unlicensed assistant.
Core Spring Diagnostics

Gold-Standard Diagnostic Tools

We use clinically validated, gold-standard tools to ensure every diagnosis is accurate, reliable, and rooted in the latest psychological science.

Why Families and Individuals Trust Core Springs Diagnostics

We combine clinical excellence with compassionate care to deliver diagnostic evaluations that are accurate, actionable, and respectful of each individual’s unique journey. No guesswork, just answers you can trust.
Comprehensive, Evidence-Based Evaluation

We use gold-standard tools backed by science to ensure diagnostic accuracy every time.

Personalized Care for All Ages

Evaluations are tailored to your age, needs, and personal concerns. Never one size fits all.

Fast Turnaround with Clear Next Steps

We deliver timely reports and help you understand what comes next with confidence.

School & Legal-Ready Reports

Reports are written clearly for schools, doctors, and legal purposes. They’re ready for action.

Meet our team

Trusted Psychologists Providing Personalized Evaluation

Dr. Loretta Markus, Psy.D.

Dr. Loretta Markus, Psy.D., is a Wisconsin-licensed psychologist with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from John F. Kennedy University. She has extensive experience conducting psychological and neuropsychological evaluations across multiple domains, serving diverse populations throughout her career. Skilled in gold-standard evaluation for autism, ADHD, learning disorders, and mood concerns. Dr. Markus brings both expertise and compassion to every evaluation.

Dr. Amy Asher, Psy.D.

Dr. Amy Asher earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Wisconsin School of Professional Psychology and has extensive experience providing evaluations and therapy for children, teens, and adults. With specialized training in autism, emotional regulation, and behavioral challenges, she brings compassion and expertise to every client and family she works with.

Nahry Minars

Intake Coordinator/Educational Liaison

Nahry is often the first point of contact for individuals and families. She works closely with each person to understand their needs and guide them to the right services, helping every interaction feel easy and welcoming.
As a mom of three, Nahry brings deep empathy and understanding to her role. With over 20 years in healthcare and 18 years of personal experience navigating the mental health space, she combines professional insight with lived experience to help people feel heard, supported, and confident in their next step.
Jeffrey Gagliardi

SSP

Jeffrey Gagliardi, SSP, is an experienced School Psychologist with nearly a decade of experience serving students and families throughout southeastern Wisconsin. He specializes in comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations and has extensive expertise in academic, behavioral, and social-emotional assessment, as well as special education and school-based intervention planning.

Jeff works closely with families to provide meaningful diagnostic insights and practical recommendations, helping them better understand their child’s strengths, challenges, and educational needs. His deep knowledge of school systems and collaborative approach make him a valuable resource for families navigating the evaluation process.

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