Psychological Testing and Evaluation is testing done by mental health professionals trained to evaluate the results and make a mental health diagnosis.
Sometimes, it can be evident that an individual is dealing with symptoms of a mental illness. But simply observing behavior or guessing what’s wrong is not enough for a psychological diagnosis. Psychological Testing and Evaluation is a highly specialized form of study where professionals give the correct tests to individuals dealing with symptoms of a mental health concern.
Psychological Testing and Evaluation is available at schools, hospitals, clinics, or private offices. Your physician can refer you to a testing specialist specific to your needs. Then a psychologist will speak with you about the symptoms you’re experiencing. They might administer a particular test involving writing, speaking, or doing tasks. It could take several hours. Your psychologist will explain the process as you go along.
After testing, you will either come back to visit the specialist to learn the results or speak with a counselor about findings.
Therapists Who Specialize in Using Psychological Testing and Evaluation
I've found that the majority of my clients are seeking to find and give volume to their inner voice. So many things can derail us from what we truly want and know we need, and feeling stuck, depressed, or anxious is often a red flag that you are pointed in a direction that doesn't feel right. Stressed relationships, a painful past, life changing events, a recent episode of anxiety and/or...
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I believe that the decision to engage in psychotherapy can be characterized as a committment to an inward journey. I view my work as a collaborative endeavor to help individuals improve their understanding of themselves and to support their ability to effect change in their personal lives. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with several years of experience. I primarily work from an...
If you feel dissatisfied, stressed, depressed, anxious, unfocused, stuck or unhappy with yourself in any area of your life, I will work with you. Understanding and the ability to relate to others are very important to me and help create a connection as I strive to listen and provide compassion and direction to those in need. It is also most important to have a framework in order to help people...
I have been fortunate to work with diverse groups of people. I have worked therapeutically with children, adolescents, adults, and families and have had extensive training and experience in the assessment of a range of psychological conditions including ADHD and learning disorders. Another focus of my practice has been on the assessment and treatment of individuals and families coping with...
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Difficult transitions in life can sometimes lead to problems in interpersonal relationships, behavioral concerns or depressed mood and anxiety. My goal is to provide a comfortable environment to help you or your child navigate these stresses. I am a fully-licensed psychologist trained and experienced in providing a full range of evidenced-based treatment for individuals and families seeking hel...
I am a culturally informed person of color and an ANXIETY and CHILD/FAMILY EXPERT. I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Portland with over 10 years of clinical experience. I offer psychotherapy and psychological/educational testing to children, teens, and adults. I work from a client-centered approach utilizing evidence-based treatment approaches. I specialize in Anxiety Disorders, Trauma,...
It is only human to struggle with life from time to time, and in this shared experience, we are all connected. It is my philosophy as a therapist that people often hold the key to their own healing process, and my role is one of collaboration with clients to promote that change. I also believe that a strong therapeutic alliance, where clients feel safe to express themselves and be understood, c...
All people seek relief from anxieties, depression, and other disturbing mental states. It is part of the human condition to wish to do away with distressing thoughts, feelings, and behavior that sometimes seem to dominate us rather than be active choices. Through the experience of the therapeutic and other current relationships, one may become aware of old yet alive and active ways of being and...
Feeling sad and overwhelmed ? Te sientes triste y no encuetras solucion a tus problemas? Memory problems? Problemas de memoria? Tired of yelling to your children? Cansado de gritarle a tus hijos? Necesitas ayuda ahora? Need help now? I am a bilingual (English-Spanish) Licensed Psychologist with a specialization in neuropsychology. have extensive experience working with children, adolescents adu...
Cynthia A. Cotter, Ph.D. specializes in geriatric psychology and neuropsychology. Her neuropsychological evaluations describe and quantify cognitive deficits typically found in older adults. These assessments benefit medical diagnosis, treatment, and care planning for individuals with degenerative dementias and those with cognitive difficulties associated with medical conditions or trauma. In...
