What is a Psychological Assessment?
In many ways, psychological testing and assessment are similar to medical tests. If a patient has physical symptoms, a primary care provider may order X-rays or blood tests to understand what’s causing those symptoms. The results of the tests will help inform develop a treatment plan. Psychological Testing serves the same purpose. Psychologists use tests and other assessment tools to measure and observe a client’s behavior to arrive at a diagnosis and guide treatment.
A psychological assessment “battery” consists of several tests designed to evaluate a multitude of aspects of an individual’s functioning. This is all based on the referral question. At The Joy & Wellness Center, a typical psychological assessment can include an intelligence (or cognitive) test, an achievement test, and a personality test.
What tests are available?
How long does it normally take?
A battery of assessments that include the above-mentioned measures typically takes place over 2 to 3 days for around 2 to 3 hours per session. It may be necessary for additional hours.
What does the process look like?
First, an intake appointment is scheduled where the referral question/presenting problem is discussed and the testing clinician offers their opinion on what tests they would recommend. From there, the testing sessions are scheduled and the individual will be provided with paperwork to complete. Once all tests are complete, they are scored and a report is written. The report contains all of the individual test results, a summary, a conceptualization of the problem, and recommendations. The report can take anywhere from 2-6 weeks (unless there is a rush service requested). Once the report is finalized a session is scheduled to go over the results and provide the individual (or parent) with the final report.
Does insurance cover testing?
Insurance often covers psychological testing in many instances. Call your insurance company to see if your specific plan will cover testing.
What are the next steps?
Reach out to us to schedule the initial intake appointment for a psychological assessment for kids and adults.
A psychological assessment “battery” consists of several tests designed to evaluate a multitude of aspects of an individual’s functioning. This is all based on the referral question. At The Joy & Wellness Center, a typical psychological assessment can include an intelligence (or cognitive) test, an achievement test, and a personality test.
What tests are available?
- Intelligence
- Memory
- Achievement
- Personality
- ADHD
How long does it normally take?
A battery of assessments that include the above-mentioned measures typically takes place over 2 to 3 days for around 2 to 3 hours per session. It may be necessary for additional hours.
What does the process look like?
First, an intake appointment is scheduled where the referral question/presenting problem is discussed and the testing clinician offers their opinion on what tests they would recommend. From there, the testing sessions are scheduled and the individual will be provided with paperwork to complete. Once all tests are complete, they are scored and a report is written. The report contains all of the individual test results, a summary, a conceptualization of the problem, and recommendations. The report can take anywhere from 2-6 weeks (unless there is a rush service requested). Once the report is finalized a session is scheduled to go over the results and provide the individual (or parent) with the final report.
Does insurance cover testing?
Insurance often covers psychological testing in many instances. Call your insurance company to see if your specific plan will cover testing.
What are the next steps?
Reach out to us to schedule the initial intake appointment for a psychological assessment for kids and adults.
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