Testing and Evaluation Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
I specialize in working with folks who are struggling with the impact of trauma on their life, whether it's due to chronic childhood trauma, or a more recent traumatic event that has shaken up some of your understanding of yourself, others, and the world. I also work with folks struggling with anxiety, grief, ADHD, depression, and identity issues. My aim is to help co-create a space where you can feel comfortable enough to be your most vulnerable self in order to help you get unstuck, feel better, and move toward living a life that is meaningful and fulfilling to you.
I specialize in working with folks who are struggling with the impact of trauma on their life, whether it's due to chronic childhood trauma, or a more recent traumatic event that has shaken up some of your understanding of yourself, others, and the world. I also work with folks struggling with anxiety, grief, ADHD, depression, and identity issues. My aim is to help co-create a space where you can feel comfortable enough to be your most vulnerable self in order to help you get unstuck, feel better, and move toward living a life that is meaningful and fulfilling to you.
I approach therapy from a systems perspective. I work with indiv/couples/fam from various cultural frameworks, especially those from black/brown communities, to manage life's stressors in context with the dynamic roles they possess in life. I believe that problems occur when an individual experiences disruptions to their norms resulting in cognitive distortions that impact their overall well-being. I work to help indiv/couples/fam process their emotions and develop healthy strategies to improve their functioning, while supporting them as they navigate the various systems in which they belong (e.g. family, career, interpersonal).
I approach therapy from a systems perspective. I work with indiv/couples/fam from various cultural frameworks, especially those from black/brown communities, to manage life's stressors in context with the dynamic roles they possess in life. I believe that problems occur when an individual experiences disruptions to their norms resulting in cognitive distortions that impact their overall well-being. I work to help indiv/couples/fam process their emotions and develop healthy strategies to improve their functioning, while supporting them as they navigate the various systems in which they belong (e.g. family, career, interpersonal).
Equilibria Psychological & Consultation Services
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW, LPC
4 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Since 2005, Equilibria Psychological and Consultation Services has provided a safe and supportive space for children, teens, adults, couples, and families in the Philadelphia area. Our team of psychologists and mental health professionals use evidence-based approaches to help clients navigate emotional, social, behavioral, and relationship challenges. We offer therapy, consultation, and assessment services, working together to help clients achieve growth, insight, and lasting change.
Since 2005, Equilibria Psychological and Consultation Services has provided a safe and supportive space for children, teens, adults, couples, and families in the Philadelphia area. Our team of psychologists and mental health professionals use evidence-based approaches to help clients navigate emotional, social, behavioral, and relationship challenges. We offer therapy, consultation, and assessment services, working together to help clients achieve growth, insight, and lasting change.
Jhalia Thomas is a Strength-Based Mental Health Advocate with 7 Years of Experience
Jhalia helps clients understand their inner patterns and discover the strength to grow beyond them. Her work draws from personal experience and a genuine belief in each person's capacity for healing.
Jhalia Thomas is a Strength-Based Mental Health Advocate with 7 Years of Experience
Jhalia helps clients understand their inner patterns and discover the strength to grow beyond them. Her work draws from personal experience and a genuine belief in each person's capacity for healing.
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I am a licensed psychologist located in Center City and have been working in the Philadelphia area since 2007. I work with individuals, couples, children and families. Prior to PA, I worked with patients in east Tennessee and in Atlanta. I have trained in psychodynamic, interpersonal and cognitive-behavioral therapies. My research and practice specialties include personality assessment, eating disorders, Veterans issues, those in healing fields, and family systems. For many patients, therapy can be a place to gain better understanding of the thoughts, wishes, fears, and anxieties that can motivate, or inhibit, us all.
I am a licensed psychologist located in Center City and have been working in the Philadelphia area since 2007. I work with individuals, couples, children and families. Prior to PA, I worked with patients in east Tennessee and in Atlanta. I have trained in psychodynamic, interpersonal and cognitive-behavioral therapies. My research and practice specialties include personality assessment, eating disorders, Veterans issues, those in healing fields, and family systems. For many patients, therapy can be a place to gain better understanding of the thoughts, wishes, fears, and anxieties that can motivate, or inhibit, us all.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience working with adolescents, adults and families in psychotherapy, consultations and evaluations. (A) Treatments for substance and behavioral addiction have been a special area of interest and expertise, and I work closely with individuals who have concerns about their substance use, gambling or internet/gaming overuse. (B) I specialize in working with couples and families who experience relational difficulties and disruptive family functioning, between parents or in parent-child relations. (C) As a Korean-American clinician, I conduct evaluations and therapy with Asian-American young adults and their families.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience working with adolescents, adults and families in psychotherapy, consultations and evaluations. (A) Treatments for substance and behavioral addiction have been a special area of interest and expertise, and I work closely with individuals who have concerns about their substance use, gambling or internet/gaming overuse. (B) I specialize in working with couples and families who experience relational difficulties and disruptive family functioning, between parents or in parent-child relations. (C) As a Korean-American clinician, I conduct evaluations and therapy with Asian-American young adults and their families.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 20 years experience in the field treating child, adolescent, and adult clients in residential, outpatient, and private practice settings. Additionally, I am well versed at providing mental health evaluations and expert witness testimony for clients who are involved in a litigation process. My style is direct yet nurturing. I work in a flexible manner, inviting clients to come alone or bring whomever will support them into their sessions. My ideal client is the one who completes the first difficult step of calling for an appointment.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 20 years experience in the field treating child, adolescent, and adult clients in residential, outpatient, and private practice settings. Additionally, I am well versed at providing mental health evaluations and expert witness testimony for clients who are involved in a litigation process. My style is direct yet nurturing. I work in a flexible manner, inviting clients to come alone or bring whomever will support them into their sessions. My ideal client is the one who completes the first difficult step of calling for an appointment.
I also work with individuals pursuing bariatric surgery, completing their evaluation and providing recommendations for their care.
I currently have openings for the following assessments for adults: autism, ADHD, and bariatric surgery; as well as autism assessment for children 18 months and older. Please reach out to learn more about the virtual assessment process.
I also work with individuals pursuing bariatric surgery, completing their evaluation and providing recommendations for their care.
I currently have openings for the following assessments for adults: autism, ADHD, and bariatric surgery; as well as autism assessment for children 18 months and older. Please reach out to learn more about the virtual assessment process.
1) Clinical Services for individuals & couples of all ages: evaluation & differential diagnosis; psychotherapy; coaching for self-advocacy & other skills.
All my services are individualized. If you're considering psychotherapy, couples counseling, or parenting help, we'll agree on a plan AFTER we've determined your specific psychological needs. Expert diagnosis and decisions about your best treatment options are not based on pop-psychology checklists, algorithms, & buzzwords trending on social media.
1) Clinical Services for individuals & couples of all ages: evaluation & differential diagnosis; psychotherapy; coaching for self-advocacy & other skills.
All my services are individualized. If you're considering psychotherapy, couples counseling, or parenting help, we'll agree on a plan AFTER we've determined your specific psychological needs. Expert diagnosis and decisions about your best treatment options are not based on pop-psychology checklists, algorithms, & buzzwords trending on social media.
My client and service focus is on individuals or entities seeking treatment, psychological evaluations, risk assessment, expert witness representation, and related services for sexual misconduct, sexual abuse, sexual victimization, or trauma. Other areas of specialty include assessment of violence; standards of professional practice; program development; supervision and training of forensic practitioners; treatment or supervision of professionals and clergy with sexual misconduct; pretrial defendants; juveniles delinquency and sexual offending; and supervision or training of clinical personnel involved in various relevant psychological, civil, or criminal justice interventions. Also, I have extensive training in treatment of general psychological conditions as well as providing psychological and psycho-educational evaluations.
My client and service focus is on individuals or entities seeking treatment, psychological evaluations, risk assessment, expert witness representation, and related services for sexual misconduct, sexual abuse, sexual victimization, or trauma. Other areas of specialty include assessment of violence; standards of professional practice; program development; supervision and training of forensic practitioners; treatment or supervision of professionals and clergy with sexual misconduct; pretrial defendants; juveniles delinquency and sexual offending; and supervision or training of clinical personnel involved in various relevant psychological, civil, or criminal justice interventions. Also, I have extensive training in treatment of general psychological conditions as well as providing psychological and psycho-educational evaluations.
The psychotherapy I practice provides my clients with relief from feeling unhappy, with a better understanding of their unhappiness, and gives them hope for the future. To achieve these goals, I seek to develop a trusting connection by listening carefully to the experiences and feelings my clients describe; what they put into words, and what they may not have said. As both the client and I begin to explore and understand these experiences, new patterns of thought and then behavior emerge. This is how, together, we create the space for healing, and thereby new opportunities arise in their lives.
The psychotherapy I practice provides my clients with relief from feeling unhappy, with a better understanding of their unhappiness, and gives them hope for the future. To achieve these goals, I seek to develop a trusting connection by listening carefully to the experiences and feelings my clients describe; what they put into words, and what they may not have said. As both the client and I begin to explore and understand these experiences, new patterns of thought and then behavior emerge. This is how, together, we create the space for healing, and thereby new opportunities arise in their lives.
I specialize in providing evidenced-based treatment to children, adolescent, adults, and families. I am a acceptance based behavioral therapist who focusing on helping clients to creat meaningful behavioral change. I am trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) , Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure Therapy and Mindfulness interventions. I also provide psychological assessment.
I specialize in providing evidenced-based treatment to children, adolescent, adults, and families. I am a acceptance based behavioral therapist who focusing on helping clients to creat meaningful behavioral change. I am trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) , Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure Therapy and Mindfulness interventions. I also provide psychological assessment.
Are you overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or the weight of challenges like trauma, grief, emotion dysregulation, self-harm and relationship struggles? Does it cast a shadow over your day-to-day life, leaving you exhausted and wondering if life could be better? In challenging times many share similar feelings of uncertainty about overcoming difficulties, but there is hope and answers. Hope is the ability to see light despite darkness, and achieving balance and fulfillment shouldn't be arduous. I'm here to guide you through, offering assurance that you can find peace even in challenging times.
Are you overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or the weight of challenges like trauma, grief, emotion dysregulation, self-harm and relationship struggles? Does it cast a shadow over your day-to-day life, leaving you exhausted and wondering if life could be better? In challenging times many share similar feelings of uncertainty about overcoming difficulties, but there is hope and answers. Hope is the ability to see light despite darkness, and achieving balance and fulfillment shouldn't be arduous. I'm here to guide you through, offering assurance that you can find peace even in challenging times.
I am accepting new clients for testing and evaluation services.
I applaud your bravery in taking this step in your journey to wellness. As we engage in the process of awareness and healing we can conquer life’s challenges and thrive. I serve individuals, couples, and families struggling with relational difficulties, anxiety, depression, adjustment, inattention, and cultural diversity related concerns. I also serve athletes, professionals, and executives on addressing issues including depression, anxiety, work/life balance, coping with stressors, relational difficulties, adjustment challenges, and maintaining mental wellness.
I am accepting new clients for testing and evaluation services.
I applaud your bravery in taking this step in your journey to wellness. As we engage in the process of awareness and healing we can conquer life’s challenges and thrive. I serve individuals, couples, and families struggling with relational difficulties, anxiety, depression, adjustment, inattention, and cultural diversity related concerns. I also serve athletes, professionals, and executives on addressing issues including depression, anxiety, work/life balance, coping with stressors, relational difficulties, adjustment challenges, and maintaining mental wellness.
Working at a small practice like Alternative Choices allows me to use all of my training to help a variety of clients with many types of concerns and challenges. I work with individuals, families, couples or groups, from middle school age through adulthood, to address issues related to learning disabilities, attention-deficit disorder, autism spectrum, depression, anxiety, social skills, and others. I incorporate mindfulness techniques and strategies into more conventional modes of therapy to help my clients confront, tolerate, accept, and ultimately embrace difficult emotions and moods, in order to improve the quality of their lives and relationships.
Working at a small practice like Alternative Choices allows me to use all of my training to help a variety of clients with many types of concerns and challenges. I work with individuals, families, couples or groups, from middle school age through adulthood, to address issues related to learning disabilities, attention-deficit disorder, autism spectrum, depression, anxiety, social skills, and others. I incorporate mindfulness techniques and strategies into more conventional modes of therapy to help my clients confront, tolerate, accept, and ultimately embrace difficult emotions and moods, in order to improve the quality of their lives and relationships.
You don't have to suffer alone. There is help. We can work together so that you experience a more fulfilled life. I work with clients on issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, spiritual issues, and loss and grief. I can also help clients struggling with trauma, ADHD, and sleep difficulties. Primarily I use a psychodynamic perspective, appreciating the underlying causes to the difficulties we face. I also integrate techniques from other approaches, such as gestalt, emotion-focused therapy, short-term psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral therapy, depending on the client's unique problems and goals.
You don't have to suffer alone. There is help. We can work together so that you experience a more fulfilled life. I work with clients on issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, spiritual issues, and loss and grief. I can also help clients struggling with trauma, ADHD, and sleep difficulties. Primarily I use a psychodynamic perspective, appreciating the underlying causes to the difficulties we face. I also integrate techniques from other approaches, such as gestalt, emotion-focused therapy, short-term psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral therapy, depending on the client's unique problems and goals.
As a Mexican-American woman who grew up in the diverse community of Newark, New Jersey, I understand the crucial importance of mental health across all communities. I am committed to working with clients from all backgrounds and life stages. I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate their unique challenges.
As a Mexican-American woman who grew up in the diverse community of Newark, New Jersey, I understand the crucial importance of mental health across all communities. I am committed to working with clients from all backgrounds and life stages. I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate their unique challenges.
Dr. Nakira Darden
Licensed Professional Counselor, CCTP-I, ADHD-CC, C-DBT, CCATP, CGCS
Philadelphia, PA 19133
Finding a Therapist/Counselor/Spiritual Life Coach can be challenging. However, locating one that is a right fit for you can take time. Be gentle with yourself through the process and trust that you will find what and who you need. Building a trusting relationship within the therapeutic process is a major component for success. This is one I take seriously. I like to start with building a healthy and trusting relationship in a safe space. I offer a free 15 minute consultation to help you the client see if you feel comfortable working with me. I am trained in family therapy.
Finding a Therapist/Counselor/Spiritual Life Coach can be challenging. However, locating one that is a right fit for you can take time. Be gentle with yourself through the process and trust that you will find what and who you need. Building a trusting relationship within the therapeutic process is a major component for success. This is one I take seriously. I like to start with building a healthy and trusting relationship in a safe space. I offer a free 15 minute consultation to help you the client see if you feel comfortable working with me. I am trained in family therapy.
Everyone gets stuck sometimes, and everyone can benefit from learning more about themselves. That is why I strive to empower people to develop goals, identify potential barriers, and explore strategies to pursue what is most important to them in life. Whether you are looking for support to better manage stress, improve mood, process trauma, cope with anxiety, gain insight or simply improve overall wellness, I will meet you were you are, and we will work to reduce your symptoms and help you live a life that is in line with your values.
Everyone gets stuck sometimes, and everyone can benefit from learning more about themselves. That is why I strive to empower people to develop goals, identify potential barriers, and explore strategies to pursue what is most important to them in life. Whether you are looking for support to better manage stress, improve mood, process trauma, cope with anxiety, gain insight or simply improve overall wellness, I will meet you were you are, and we will work to reduce your symptoms and help you live a life that is in line with your values.
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Testing and Evaluation Therapists
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.