Services
mental health
testing and assessment services
In-person and through Telehealth
Parenting Strategies
ADHD/ASD Assessment
Coping Mechanisms
Suggestions for great books and online resources
Personalized Feedback
Identify specific areas of mental strength and deficit
How does
mental Health
assessment Work
Assessments takes place over three visits.
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The first visit is the Intake, also called the Diagnostic Assessment. We discuss background, mental health symptoms, mental and physical health history, school/work life, social life, childhood, what things they are good at, what things they are not good at, and how they like to spend their time. This conversation usually takes about an hour.
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At the next visit, the patient works through a number of assessment activities, called batteries. This appointment is always scheduled to begin in the morning because that is when we have the most capacity and it is easiest to see how someone’s mind works. Having someone complete a mental health battery after a long day or school or work usually does not result in the clearest data. Testing can take about three hours.
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The third appointment is the feedback appointment, where clients will be presented with a written report, assessment data and suggestions based on the data. We will discuss personal mental strengths and deficits and how they may impact the client. We will discuss recommendations and next steps, including suggestions to help clients be more successful at home, at school/work, relationships, and parenting.
ADHD Testing Can Provide Mental Health Clarity and Comfort
Who needs ADHD testing?
I recommend ADHD testing for anyone who finds they have difficulties on a daily basis with the following issues:
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Including things used on a daily basis such as keys, wallets, purses, homework, cell phones, etc.
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Including specific instructions given by another person.
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Such as realizing that someone has been talking for a while and you don’t remember any of what they just said.
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Such as writing a paper for class or doing work or home tasks, even though you have time to do it.
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Including getting out of bed in the morning, going to meals, starting homework, work tasks, or chores at home.
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when overwhelmed or upset.
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when in classroom or work situations.
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during classroom or work situations.
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when you need to focus on tasks that require concentration to complete.
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– or multiple tasks – as well as other people who are at a similar ability level as you in other skill areas.
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between how well you can perform activities you enjoy doing and activities you don’t.
Community Conversations On Mental Wellbeing
I have been interviewed over a dozen times by TV, radio and podcast media – check out the links below for these interviews. I have presented at state and national conferences on issues related to ADHD and screen addition, mental health care access, and parenting styles.
payment
information
I accept cash, checks, and credit cards.
I will provide you an invoice that can be submitted to insurance for reimbursement.
I do not accept insurance to cover testing costs.
I provide clients with a superbill document that can be submitted to your insurance company for reimbursement.