Psychological Testing
Psychological Testing typically consists of multiple independent tests given in a group, called a “battery,” that with expert interpretation can identify different aspects about how a person thinks and reacts. Psychological testing can only be interpreted by a specially trained Licensed Psychologist. Each test is rigorously statistically validated to ensure the results are reliable and consistently replicated by national certifying bodies.
Individual tests can take anywhere from 10 minutes to 3 hours, with the complete test battery generally lasting between 2 and 8 hours, depending on the complexity of the assessment question. Testing methods vary widely, from multiple-choice tests on an iPad, to verbally answering standardized test questions, to paper-and-pencil. Each testing method utilized depends on what the test is designed to identify in the test-taker.
The Psychologist will then carefully interpret the results to create a written report, which will be presented to the client in detail upon completion of all testing.
Testing We Offer
Autism & Other Developmental Evaluations
Assessment of autism or a developmental delay requires a thorough evaluation of multiple areas of functioning. Our developmental evaluations include assessment of physical, social-emotional, adaptive behavior, communication, and cognitive functioning. Where appropriate, our developmental evaluations include the use of the ADOS-2, a gold-star diagnostic measure for autism and other developmental evaluations.
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Our Clinical Psychologists have specialized training and experience in testing for ADHD. Our testing can help you rest assured that your diagnosis is accurate. Our psychologists will then provide you with a comprehensive report with recommended treatment options, as needed.
Neuropsychological Testing
Neuropsychological testing can be used to identify unique patterns and abnormalities in your brain’s functioning that may result from aging, a Traumatic Brain Injury (e.g., head injury, stroke, or seizure), substance use, and lasting effects of chemotherapy or radiation. Neuropsychological testing can also be used to identify attentional difficulties, such as those in individuals with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
Academic and Psychoeducational Testing
Academic and psychoeducational testing can be done to support the need for an IEP or 504 plan with the school system, or academic accommodations in college.
Psychological Testing
Psychiatrists can use these reports to help them differentiate between different diagnoses to aid them in tailoring medications. A classic example is differentiating ADHD from anxiety, both of which are frequently misdiagnosed and mistreated.
Pre-Employment Evaluations
These evaluations are an extremely useful tool to determine whether an applicant is capable of withstanding the psychological demands of a given position based on the applicant’s levels of social competence, judgment, stress resilience, anger management, and integrity.
Psychological Clearance
Many services require a psychological testing report signed by a clinical psychologist if the applicant has a mental health history. We conduct the testing, provide a written report by a clinical psychologist, and provide a personalized briefing to explain the results.
Vocational Testing
Vocational evaluations are useful in comparing your career interests with your abilities to find the perfect job or career fit for you. We not only complete a career interest evaluation, but also assess your cognitive abilities including IQ, memory, novel problem-solving skills, written and auditory learning abilities, and attention.