Testing and Evaluation Psychiatrists in Santa Clara County, CA

Photo of Alex Sahba - Psychiatric Evaluations - Dr. Alex Sahba, Psychiatrist, MD
Psychiatric Evaluations - Dr. Alex Sahba
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95113
Also, a psychiatric evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I'm Dr. Alex Sahba, double board certified in general psychiatry and forensic psychiatry and trained at UCLA. I conduct legal / forensic / psychiatric evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), diagnostic psychiatric evaluations, competency evaluations, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, cognitive evaluations, immigration evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychiatric evaluations / assessments.
Also, a psychiatric evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I'm Dr. Alex Sahba, double board certified in general psychiatry and forensic psychiatry and trained at UCLA. I conduct legal / forensic / psychiatric evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), diagnostic psychiatric evaluations, competency evaluations, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, cognitive evaluations, immigration evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychiatric evaluations / assessments.
(408) 692-9134 View (408) 692-9134
Photo of Alex Sahba - Psychiatric Evaluations - Dr. Alex Sahba, Psychiatrist, MD
Psychiatric Evaluations - Dr. Alex Sahba
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95113
Also, a psychiatric evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I'm Dr. Alex Sahba, double board certified in general psychiatry and forensic psychiatry and trained at UCLA. I conduct legal / forensic / psychiatric evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), diagnostic psychiatric evaluations, competency evaluations, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, cognitive evaluations, immigration evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychiatric evaluations / assessments.
Also, a psychiatric evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I'm Dr. Alex Sahba, double board certified in general psychiatry and forensic psychiatry and trained at UCLA. I conduct legal / forensic / psychiatric evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), diagnostic psychiatric evaluations, competency evaluations, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, cognitive evaluations, immigration evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychiatric evaluations / assessments.
(408) 676-5193 View (408) 676-5193
Photo of Patrick Sassoon, Psychiatrist, MD, MS
Patrick Sassoon
Psychiatrist, MD, MS
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94301
I address the combined impact of sleep, lifestyle, relationships, nutrition and chronic medical conditions on well-being, and use cutting edge tools like genetic testing to guide personalized treatment with medication and supplements.
Originally from Brazil, I moved to the US 20 years ago to pursue a Master’s degree in Counseling, and worked as a therapist for several years before becoming a Medical Doctor. My experience as a therapist has given me a deeper understanding of my patients' struggles, allowing me to address the root of their issues rather than superficially treat symptoms.
I address the combined impact of sleep, lifestyle, relationships, nutrition and chronic medical conditions on well-being, and use cutting edge tools like genetic testing to guide personalized treatment with medication and supplements.
Originally from Brazil, I moved to the US 20 years ago to pursue a Master’s degree in Counseling, and worked as a therapist for several years before becoming a Medical Doctor. My experience as a therapist has given me a deeper understanding of my patients' struggles, allowing me to address the root of their issues rather than superficially treat symptoms.
(650) 629-0875 View (650) 629-0875
Photo of Alex Sahba - Psychiatric Evaluations - Dr. Alex Sahba, Psychiatrist, MD
Psychiatric Evaluations - Dr. Alex Sahba
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Also, a psychiatric evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I'm Dr. Alex Sahba, double board certified in general psychiatry and forensic psychiatry and trained at UCLA. I conduct legal / forensic / psychiatric evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), diagnostic psychiatric evaluations, competency evaluations, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, cognitive evaluations, immigration evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychiatric evaluations / assessments.
Also, a psychiatric evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I'm Dr. Alex Sahba, double board certified in general psychiatry and forensic psychiatry and trained at UCLA. I conduct legal / forensic / psychiatric evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), diagnostic psychiatric evaluations, competency evaluations, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, cognitive evaluations, immigration evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychiatric evaluations / assessments.
(510) 901-4644 View (510) 901-4644
Photo of Alex Sahba - Psychiatric Evaluations - Dr. Alex Sahba, Psychiatrist, MD
Psychiatric Evaluations - Dr. Alex Sahba
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Also, a psychiatric evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I'm Dr. Alex Sahba, double board certified in general psychiatry and forensic psychiatry and trained at UCLA. I conduct legal / forensic / psychiatric evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), diagnostic psychiatric evaluations, competency evaluations, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, cognitive evaluations, immigration evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychiatric evaluations / assessments.
Also, a psychiatric evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I'm Dr. Alex Sahba, double board certified in general psychiatry and forensic psychiatry and trained at UCLA. I conduct legal / forensic / psychiatric evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), diagnostic psychiatric evaluations, competency evaluations, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, cognitive evaluations, immigration evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychiatric evaluations / assessments.
(209) 901-4206 View (209) 901-4206
Photo of Joshua Flatow, Psychiatrist, MD
Joshua Flatow
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Online Only
We provide a thorough diagnostic evaluation to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you towards wellness.
Dr. Flatow is a board-certified psychiatrist trained at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles. His experience includes crisis stabilization in the emergency setting, inpatient management, outpatient medication management and psychotherapy, and substance abuse treatment.
We provide a thorough diagnostic evaluation to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you towards wellness.
Dr. Flatow is a board-certified psychiatrist trained at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles. His experience includes crisis stabilization in the emergency setting, inpatient management, outpatient medication management and psychotherapy, and substance abuse treatment.
(424) 396-2687 View (424) 396-2687
Photo of Joshua Flatow, Psychiatrist, MD
Joshua Flatow
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Online Only
We provide a thorough diagnostic evaluation to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you towards wellness.
Dr. Flatow is a board-certified psychiatrist trained at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles. His experience includes crisis stabilization in the emergency setting, inpatient management, outpatient medication management and psychotherapy, and substance abuse treatment.
We provide a thorough diagnostic evaluation to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you towards wellness.
Dr. Flatow is a board-certified psychiatrist trained at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles. His experience includes crisis stabilization in the emergency setting, inpatient management, outpatient medication management and psychotherapy, and substance abuse treatment.
(669) 248-8808 View (669) 248-8808
Photo of Yujin Lee, Psychiatrist, MD
Yujin Lee
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Los Gatos, CA 95032
Mindfulness-Based Intervention for burned out professionals, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Meaning Centered Psychotherapy for anyone with serious chronic illness such as cancer, Second Opinion Service, Medication, Psychological testing.
If you want to know your true-self, if you are curious about what built your personality and character, if you want to know where your depression and anxiety come from, if you wonder how you can be healthier and stronger, or if you are interested in what good life and good death are like, please meet me and talk with me. Share your daily life, thoughts and emotion with me. Let's find out your true self and let you be you. My goal is for you to love yourself as you are. That's the purpose of life. That makes your life a good life. That makes your death a good death. You deserve to be a better version of yourself everyday.
Mindfulness-Based Intervention for burned out professionals, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Meaning Centered Psychotherapy for anyone with serious chronic illness such as cancer, Second Opinion Service, Medication, Psychological testing.
If you want to know your true-self, if you are curious about what built your personality and character, if you want to know where your depression and anxiety come from, if you wonder how you can be healthier and stronger, or if you are interested in what good life and good death are like, please meet me and talk with me. Share your daily life, thoughts and emotion with me. Let's find out your true self and let you be you. My goal is for you to love yourself as you are. That's the purpose of life. That makes your life a good life. That makes your death a good death. You deserve to be a better version of yourself everyday.
(408) 840-4728 View (408) 840-4728
Photo of Rachel Lindseth - Southern Oregon Psychiatry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, -BC
Southern Oregon Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Offering psychiatric evaluation, medication management, limited psychotherapy & ketamine treatment to adults struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, schizophrenia and other psychiatric & neurodevelopmental conditions throughout Oregon.
Though I specialize in psychiatric medication management, I am not beholden to the pharmaceutical industry (i.e. "Big Pharma") and do not accept kickbacks from pharmaceutical representatives. I particularly enjoy working with veterans, first responders, and individuals with thought disorders (e.g. schizophrenia).
Offering psychiatric evaluation, medication management, limited psychotherapy & ketamine treatment to adults struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, schizophrenia and other psychiatric & neurodevelopmental conditions throughout Oregon.
Though I specialize in psychiatric medication management, I am not beholden to the pharmaceutical industry (i.e. "Big Pharma") and do not accept kickbacks from pharmaceutical representatives. I particularly enjoy working with veterans, first responders, and individuals with thought disorders (e.g. schizophrenia).
(541) 203-6352 View (541) 203-6352
Photo of Dr. Bryan Hyler - Hylermed.com, Psychiatrist, MD
Hylermed.com
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95128
My practice offers California based telepsychiatry and in-person psychiatry with medication management for common psychiatric disorders, routine visits, crisis appointments (within 48 hours), lab request, medical consultation, psychological testing and individual psychotherapy.
Open availability for Bay Area and Southern California. Hylermed is a California based telepsychiatry and face to face practice for routine, urgent, and crisis visits. Initial consultations can be scheduled within one business day thanks to our fluid availability. Treatment for ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, depression, schizophrenia, trauma and other conditions are accessible. In addition, the practice is available for all Lyra Health clients. If you’re seeking a provider that is affordable, congenial, experienced and relatable, you came to the right place.
My practice offers California based telepsychiatry and in-person psychiatry with medication management for common psychiatric disorders, routine visits, crisis appointments (within 48 hours), lab request, medical consultation, psychological testing and individual psychotherapy.
Open availability for Bay Area and Southern California. Hylermed is a California based telepsychiatry and face to face practice for routine, urgent, and crisis visits. Initial consultations can be scheduled within one business day thanks to our fluid availability. Treatment for ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, depression, schizophrenia, trauma and other conditions are accessible. In addition, the practice is available for all Lyra Health clients. If you’re seeking a provider that is affordable, congenial, experienced and relatable, you came to the right place.
(858) 223-7659 View (858) 223-7659
Photo of Kimberly Erlich - Kimberly Erlich-Pediatric Mental Health Specialist, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, MPH, PNP-PC, PMHS-BC, CIMHP
Kimberly Erlich-Pediatric Mental Health Specialist
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, MPH, PNP-PC, PMHS-BC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I also offer pharmacogenomic testing as a decision support tool to enhance my practice and the family experience of care.
Yale-trained Pediatric Nurse Practitioner; double board certified in Pediatric Primary Care and Pediatric Mental Health & certified integrative mental health professional; in practice for 22+ years. Collaborative style; committed to use of evidence-based practices to promote mental health and wellness and treat behavioral disorders, while prioritizing integrative/holistic interventions. Skilled at treating anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, depression, and attention disorders. I partner with Fullscript online supplement pharmacy: us.fullscript.com/welcome/kerlich.
I also offer pharmacogenomic testing as a decision support tool to enhance my practice and the family experience of care.
Yale-trained Pediatric Nurse Practitioner; double board certified in Pediatric Primary Care and Pediatric Mental Health & certified integrative mental health professional; in practice for 22+ years. Collaborative style; committed to use of evidence-based practices to promote mental health and wellness and treat behavioral disorders, while prioritizing integrative/holistic interventions. Skilled at treating anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, depression, and attention disorders. I partner with Fullscript online supplement pharmacy: us.fullscript.com/welcome/kerlich.
(925) 319-5739 View (925) 319-5739
Photo of Kimberley Durr, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Kimberley Durr
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hello, my name is Kimberley Durr. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 8 years of experience. I specialize in treating mood disorders (i.e. depression and bipolar), anxiety, ADHD, and schizophrenia but have experience evaluating and providing medication management in other neurodevelopmental, eating, and substance use disorders. I offer a supportive, compassionate, and gentle approach to patient care and provide evidence-based guidance. I treat each person individually and holistically and will incorporate your life narratives and preferences when developing your treatment plan.
Hello, my name is Kimberley Durr. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 8 years of experience. I specialize in treating mood disorders (i.e. depression and bipolar), anxiety, ADHD, and schizophrenia but have experience evaluating and providing medication management in other neurodevelopmental, eating, and substance use disorders. I offer a supportive, compassionate, and gentle approach to patient care and provide evidence-based guidance. I treat each person individually and holistically and will incorporate your life narratives and preferences when developing your treatment plan.
(650) 547-8207 View (650) 547-8207
Photo of Dr. Randall Bailey, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Randall Bailey
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Online Only
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
(310) 340-6034 View (310) 340-6034
Photo of Sterling Nakamura, Psychiatrist, MD
Sterling Nakamura
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Mountain View, CA 94040
I treat most psychiatric disorders and am ready to tailor a specialized treatment plan for your care. I will collaborate with you to address your specific needs and concerns in the treatment.
I treat most psychiatric disorders and am ready to tailor a specialized treatment plan for your care. I will collaborate with you to address your specific needs and concerns in the treatment.
(650) 789-6175 View (650) 789-6175
Photo of Makenzie Wesner, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Makenzie Wesner
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Campbell, CA 95008
Anxiety, depression, and behavior challenges can make life feel overwhelming, especially when traditional care models fail to address the root causes. For example, neurodevelopmental differences may underlie anxiety and depression. High achievement and gender stereotypes can mask autism and ADHD, for which sensory processing challenges are often at the core. Blue Wave Behavioral Health was created to address this gap in care for children, teens, young adults and families. As a neurodevelopmental psychiatry provider who sees the full picture with comprehensive clarity, I offer clear clinical impressions and guidance for growth.
Anxiety, depression, and behavior challenges can make life feel overwhelming, especially when traditional care models fail to address the root causes. For example, neurodevelopmental differences may underlie anxiety and depression. High achievement and gender stereotypes can mask autism and ADHD, for which sensory processing challenges are often at the core. Blue Wave Behavioral Health was created to address this gap in care for children, teens, young adults and families. As a neurodevelopmental psychiatry provider who sees the full picture with comprehensive clarity, I offer clear clinical impressions and guidance for growth.
(669) 305-6069 View (669) 305-6069
Photo of Thomas Mottsin, Psychiatrist, MD
Thomas Mottsin
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Online Only
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS-Bonmente knows asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS-Bonmente knows asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
(844) 993-0717 View (844) 993-0717
Photo of Dr. Randall Bailey, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Randall Bailey
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Online Only
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
(424) 334-5078 View (424) 334-5078
Photo of Jacquelyn Hamed - Mindwell MHS - Anxiety, Depression and Addiction, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PHMNP, APRN, BSN
Mindwell MHS - Anxiety, Depression and Addiction
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PHMNP, APRN, BSN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95133
MindWell Mental Health Services is a psychiatric clinic in Wildomar providing in-person and online mental health consultation, mental health counseling, psychiatric medication management, and therapy for adults, teenagers, and children struggling with depression, ADHD, anxiety, addiction, and more. While based in Wildomar, MindWell also offers virtual and face-to-face mental health consultations in Murrieta, Temecula, Riverside County, and throughout California.
MindWell Mental Health Services is a psychiatric clinic in Wildomar providing in-person and online mental health consultation, mental health counseling, psychiatric medication management, and therapy for adults, teenagers, and children struggling with depression, ADHD, anxiety, addiction, and more. While based in Wildomar, MindWell also offers virtual and face-to-face mental health consultations in Murrieta, Temecula, Riverside County, and throughout California.
(669) 322-7756 View (669) 322-7756
Photo of Yang Xu, Psychiatrist, MD
Yang Xu
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Accepting New Patients. "Challenges are what make life interesting and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful." I believe that while our patients face mental heath challenges, their own unique personalities and virtues also can help them overcome these difficulties and achieve personal growth through the recovery process. As a psychiatrist, my job is to utilize my knowledge, skills and clinical experience to guide and facilitate this process and make it faster and more fruitful. I am very grateful for the trust of my patient have put in me and the rewarding experience witness their recovery and personal growth.
Accepting New Patients. "Challenges are what make life interesting and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful." I believe that while our patients face mental heath challenges, their own unique personalities and virtues also can help them overcome these difficulties and achieve personal growth through the recovery process. As a psychiatrist, my job is to utilize my knowledge, skills and clinical experience to guide and facilitate this process and make it faster and more fruitful. I am very grateful for the trust of my patient have put in me and the rewarding experience witness their recovery and personal growth.
(650) 727-1523 View (650) 727-1523
Photo of Dr. Adel Mostafavi, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Adel Mostafavi
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Online Only
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
(310) 340-7661 View (310) 340-7661
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Testing and Evaluation Psychiatrists

What is a psychological evaluation?

A psychological evaluation is a test or assessment most commonly administered by a trained psychologist that is intended to be used in the diagnosis of specific psychological conditions, such as ADHD, mood disorders, personality disorders, dementia or Alzheimer's, and learning disabilities. Psychological evaluations can help inform future treatment decisions and help direct clients to professionals and resources that may be most helpful, such as potential therapy options or additional school supports.

Can psychological evaluations be done on individuals of any age group?

Psychological evaluations are conducted on individuals of all ages and can be beneficial to individuals across the lifespan. However, specific types of evaluations may be most frequently conducted on individuals of certain age groups. For instance, ADHD or learning disability testing is often conducted in children ages 4-12--the period of time when ADHD symptoms most commonly emerge. In contrast, cognitive functioning assessments, such as those conducted to diagnose dementia, are most commonly conducted in elderly individuals. Clients should ensure that the psychologist they are seeing has specific expertise in conducting evaluations in their age group to ensure they receive a correct diagnosis.

How long does a psychological evaluation take?

Psychological evaluations vary in length depending on the test being administered and the goals of the evaluation; however, most evaluations are 2-4 hours in length. Some evaluations may take as long as 8 hours but can often be spread across multiple days. In some cases, clients will also attend an intake session or interview, which can help the psychologist assess client functioning outside of the testing environment.

How should I prepare for a psychological test and evaluation?

Individuals do not need to prepare for psychological tests or evaluations in most cases, as they are intended to measure a client's baseline psychological status without test-specific preparation. However, clients may want to brainstorm a list of questions for their psychologist about any tests they are receiving prior to the assessment, including what potential outcomes may mean for what next steps the client should take.