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
Technically, I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT). Relationally, I am an empathetic listener and encourager. I listen and then collaborate with you to discover the opportunities for progress and growth. I believe immediate change IS possible albeit often in small steps. Change can lead to improvement. Improvement brings more change and the cycle continues. Breaking out of the old dead-en...
Lotus Counseling Services started with a vision and a passion to help girls develop into strong, confident, fearless, healthy women. The lotus flower grows from deep mud, through murky water, to produce a beautiful blossom; the more adversity the more beautiful a transformation. Many of the women I work with have unresolved wounds from the past that impact their daily habits, thoughts, behavior...
I strive to create a supportive, empathic and non-judgmental environment in therapy, and have a strengths-based perspective in my work. I feel that developing a strong and collaborative therapeutic relationship is essential. My role is to assist clients on their journey of personal development while offering support and help to develop healthy skills and strategies to cope with life stressors,...
I specialize in the treatment of children and adolescents as well as adults with ADHD, depression, anxiety, oppositional behaviors, trauma, family difficulties, and academic/school related problems. I utilize an integrative approach to treatment, including psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and systemic interventions though play and talk therapy. I utilize the strengths of each client to help...
My mission is to assist clients on their journey towards finding solutions, purpose, empowerment and achieving personal growth, balance and happiness. I primarily work with adults who are experiencing challenges in coping with anxiety, depression, relational issues, personal transitions and general life stressors. As a whole, my approach to treatment is collaborative, humanistic and eclectic,...
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My background is in special education. I have been working with children, adolescents, and families as a school psychologist for the past 10 years, and in private practice for the past 3 years. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I provide them with therapy for anxiety, depression, social pragmatic weaknesses, social stress, low self-esteem, ADHD and the anger...
*I am only accepting new clients for parenting consultation and individual adult therapy at this time* I trained locally at UCSF's Child Trauma Research Program and at Children's Hospital/Research Center Oakland. I work with children and teens individually or in family therapy, and I also see young adults. My talk and play therapy interventions are grounded in a strengths-based, collaborative, ...
LPC focused on offering individuals, couples, and adolescence proven clinical techniques to live a more meaningful and fulfilled life. When my clients are feeling lost, confused or stuck I am able to help facilitate growth by implementing a warm, compassionate, non-judgmental space- leading to self-empowerment, better connection with self and others, feelings of worthiness and love. My educatio...
Dr. Salinas is an expert neuropsychologist, author, international speaker, and mama who has worked with more than 6,000 children, families, and adults. She worked at the #1 Children’s Hospital in the US, Boston Children’s, and contributed to best practices at Harvard, Emory & Florida Hospital/Advent Health Orlando. She has the unique expertise to identify your strengths and the root cause of yo...
Our intention in, and the emphasis on, behavioral health in our practice is to be broad and inclusive in thinking about the role of behavioral health clinicians in medical settings and in the treatment of physical, as well as mental health issues. Behavioral practices associated with complications related to diabetes, obesity, and pain management is addressed in the treatment of all patient men...
I work with individuals, couples and families. My clients range in age between 8 and 80 years old. I treat personality disorders, trauma and mood disorders. I practice incorporating a combination of insight oriented and skill building interventions based in existential, humanistic, dialectical behavior and cognitive behavior therapies. I offer psychotherapy, psychological evaluations and...
Together we will explore issues and obstacles so that you can feel better and work toward a healthier, happier way of living. I will help you gain greater insight into the problems you face, to increase self confidence, learn problem solving skills and effective ways of coping with stress. We will examine patterns in your life that may be affecting your relationships, the way you think about...
La Jolla Center for Neurofeedback provides an integrated approach using neurofeedback and psychotherapy to treat mental disorders and to improve our clients psychological functioning....
Dr. Peterson is a licensed clinical psychologist. In her therapy and testing work with clients, she places a large emphasis on support in addition to symptom reduction. She thoughtfully integrates perspectives from Family Systems, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Adlerian theory to assist clients through discouragements in their lives that may cause them to feel stuck in life transitions. Her...
