What is Psychological Testing?

Every person has a unique story to tell and many different factors that could contribute to long-standing areas of challenge. Examples of these include early childhood history, traumas, and neurodevelopmental or health-related impacts occurring individually or in combination. A comprehensive psychological assessment can help to gain clarity regarding which of these factors might be contributing, as well as receive tailored recommendations for the future. 

During the testing process, data is collected from multiple different formats and sources (when possible) to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of these past and present factors. This includes the completion of self-report paperwork and forms, an in-depth interview, and a testing session. Records and other collateral information are also retrieved and reviewed by trusted individuals when possible to gain an outside perspective.

The testing and collateral informant forms completed as part of this process provide quantitative evidence via standardized scores of brain functioning and patterns associated with certain diagnoses, such as ADHD and Autism. Comprehensive psychological assessment is considered one of the best services for diagnostic clarification given its comprehensive nature and inclusion of objective data.