I have years of experience conducting psychological evaluations as well as teaching assessment courses and practicums to graduate students training to become psychologists. The majority of my cases are high school and college students who feel they are not performing as well as they could be. I help them identify possible causes such as ADHD, a learning disorder, or emotional disorder. I find it very rewarding to help clients identify their strengths as well as strategies to meet their challenges.
Steps of the psychological evaluation:
Intake Session (1 hour): You will meet with me and my assistant to discuss your goals for the evaluation. We will take an extensive history to understand what assessments to include in the evaluation. This interview can be done virtually or in person.
In Person Evaluation (About 6-8 hours): These assessments often involve the use of iPads or computers, paper and pencil, and small interactive tasks. The evaluation may be done in one long meeting or broken up over multiple meetings depending on the assessment needs.
Feedback Session (1 hour): After the evaluation is completed and results are compiled, a feedback session is scheduled. During the feedback session we will explain each of our findings, answer your questions, and lay out recommendations. At this time, we will provide you with a written comprehensive report to be utilized at school or work. The feedback session can be done virtually or inperson.
Cost:
Evaluations are $2,000 and this includes the interview, evaluation meetings, interpretation, and verbal/written feedback. I do not bill insurance, but I can provide you with a Superbill to submit for out of network reimbursement as determined by your insurance provider.
Benefits of an Evaluation:
- To gain a greater understanding of your learning and behavioral style.
- To understand difficulties in school or work.
- To determine whether you qualify for accommodations at school or on standardized tests.
- To assess the effectiveness of current treatments and interventions, and determining whether academic difficulties are due to cognitive problems, motivational difficulties, a learning disability, or psychiatric problems.
- To assess the effects of developmental or medical problems on cognitive and emotional functioning (e.g., ADHD, anxiety or a genetic disorder).
- Guide psychological or counseling interventions.
Ken Parnell, PhD 