Testing and Evaluation Therapists in Wexford, PA

Dr. Joshua McKinney
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Wexford, PA 15090
The worry doesn't clock out when you do. You lie down and your mind starts its night shift: replaying the conversation, rehearsing tomorrow, scanning for the thing you forgot. Maybe it's a racing heart in the checkout line, a flight you won't book, a call you keep not making. You're good at looking fine, so most people have no idea. But you're tired. Tired of the effort it takes to hold it together, tired of talking yourself down from things that shouldn't feel this hard. You've tried to think your way out, and the worry just rearranges the furniture. You don't have to white-knuckle this forever.
The worry doesn't clock out when you do. You lie down and your mind starts its night shift: replaying the conversation, rehearsing tomorrow, scanning for the thing you forgot. Maybe it's a racing heart in the checkout line, a flight you won't book, a call you keep not making. You're good at looking fine, so most people have no idea. But you're tired. Tired of the effort it takes to hold it together, tired of talking yourself down from things that shouldn't feel this hard. You've tried to think your way out, and the worry just rearranges the furniture. You don't have to white-knuckle this forever.
(724) 580-2687 View (724) 580-2687
Dr. Jennifer Porco
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Wexford, PA 15090
I provide evidence-based therapy in the State of Pennyslvania and also via telehealth for all 44 PSYPACT states. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, and substance use problems for adolescent and adult clients.
I provide evidence-based therapy in the State of Pennyslvania and also via telehealth for all 44 PSYPACT states. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, and substance use problems for adolescent and adult clients.
(724) 305-2980 View (724) 305-2980
Jennifer Eldridge
Psychologist, PhD
2 Endorsed
Wexford, PA 15090
At times, clients may benefit from psychological testing to answer specific questions about diagnosis or symptoms.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, families, and adults (preschool-age 80+). I am fortunate to have helped individuals over the past 20+ years as they strive to overcome life's challenges and access life's joys. While a variety of therapy techniques that I am trained in can be of value, clients and I select the ones that will be most helpful to them personally. I primarily see clients who are experiencing PTSD, depression, anxiety, divorce, school/work/family problems, ADHD, Autism, childhood issues, and trauma/stressful life events. I have advanced certification in EMDR and use trauma-focused therapy and other modes.
At times, clients may benefit from psychological testing to answer specific questions about diagnosis or symptoms.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, families, and adults (preschool-age 80+). I am fortunate to have helped individuals over the past 20+ years as they strive to overcome life's challenges and access life's joys. While a variety of therapy techniques that I am trained in can be of value, clients and I select the ones that will be most helpful to them personally. I primarily see clients who are experiencing PTSD, depression, anxiety, divorce, school/work/family problems, ADHD, Autism, childhood issues, and trauma/stressful life events. I have advanced certification in EMDR and use trauma-focused therapy and other modes.
(724) 397-3040 View (724) 397-3040
Dani Henderson
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Wexford, PA 15090
You’ve spent a long time wondering if you were just missing something. Maybe you’ve worked hard to keep up — at school, at work, in relationships — but things still feel harder than they should. You’ve been told to stay calm, get organized, try harder. But deep down, you’re asking: is it ADHD? Autism? Trauma? Or something else entirely? You’re not broken or making excuses — and you deserve answers. My work is about helping people finally understand what’s really going on, with clarity and care.
You’ve spent a long time wondering if you were just missing something. Maybe you’ve worked hard to keep up — at school, at work, in relationships — but things still feel harder than they should. You’ve been told to stay calm, get organized, try harder. But deep down, you’re asking: is it ADHD? Autism? Trauma? Or something else entirely? You’re not broken or making excuses — and you deserve answers. My work is about helping people finally understand what’s really going on, with clarity and care.
(724) 917-7394 View (724) 917-7394
Dr. Angela Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, FT
3 Endorsed
Wexford, PA 15090
Waitlist for new clients
You miss your old, capable self. Your days are now busy with appointments, interrupted by the side effects of your disease or treatment, and flooded with emotions. Life is sometimes difficult, but chronic illness has made your circumstances even more complicated. You're so tired of feeling lost and waiting for life to return to normal. As others dismiss your concerns with well-meaning statements of hope or offers of vague promises of help, your isolation grows. Hopelessness and fear creep in. You know you need support or guidance, but figuring out who or what will be helpful feels overwhelming. Where do you even begin?
You miss your old, capable self. Your days are now busy with appointments, interrupted by the side effects of your disease or treatment, and flooded with emotions. Life is sometimes difficult, but chronic illness has made your circumstances even more complicated. You're so tired of feeling lost and waiting for life to return to normal. As others dismiss your concerns with well-meaning statements of hope or offers of vague promises of help, your isolation grows. Hopelessness and fear creep in. You know you need support or guidance, but figuring out who or what will be helpful feels overwhelming. Where do you even begin?
(724) 200-8495 View (724) 200-8495
Dean Psychological & Well-Being Associates
Psychologist, PsyD, FT
2 Endorsed
Wexford, PA 15090
Some burdens don’t show on the surface. You hold it together at work, with your family, even in front of friends — but under it all, something feels off. Maybe it’s the weight of unspoken grief, the mental tangle of ADHD, or the stress of navigating a diagnosis (or lack of one). At Dean Psychological & Well-Being Associates, we understand how layered it can be. You don’t have to explain everything — and you don’t have to carry it alone.
Some burdens don’t show on the surface. You hold it together at work, with your family, even in front of friends — but under it all, something feels off. Maybe it’s the weight of unspoken grief, the mental tangle of ADHD, or the stress of navigating a diagnosis (or lack of one). At Dean Psychological & Well-Being Associates, we understand how layered it can be. You don’t have to explain everything — and you don’t have to carry it alone.
(724) 558-8615 View (724) 558-8615
Traci Sanderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, BCC
Wexford, PA 15090
Traci has been a licensed professional counselor for over 20 years. She has a doctorate degree in industrial and organizational psychology and is a certified workplace coach. Her area of expertise focuses on PsyCap/HERO development in individuals and leaders. In a therapeutic capacity, she has experience working with adults and emerging adults. Her areas of focus center around anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief/loss, major life changes/transitions, career coaching, sports performance, personality and workplace psychological assessments.
Traci has been a licensed professional counselor for over 20 years. She has a doctorate degree in industrial and organizational psychology and is a certified workplace coach. Her area of expertise focuses on PsyCap/HERO development in individuals and leaders. In a therapeutic capacity, she has experience working with adults and emerging adults. Her areas of focus center around anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief/loss, major life changes/transitions, career coaching, sports performance, personality and workplace psychological assessments.
(724) 213-3702 View (724) 213-3702
Psychological Testing & Evaluations- Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, FT
2 Endorsed
Wexford, PA 15090
Taking that step toward a professional evaluation can feel like a big decision, but you won't be doing it alone.
Our psychological assessments are a friendly guide with a high-powered flashlight. Our goal is illumination, not just identification. This collaborative approach guides all our evaluations -including for ADHD, Autism, learning disabilities, giftedness, personality, and more- to uncover the 'why' behind the struggles and create a clear plan for you to thrive.
Taking that step toward a professional evaluation can feel like a big decision, but you won't be doing it alone.
Our psychological assessments are a friendly guide with a high-powered flashlight. Our goal is illumination, not just identification. This collaborative approach guides all our evaluations -including for ADHD, Autism, learning disabilities, giftedness, personality, and more- to uncover the 'why' behind the struggles and create a clear plan for you to thrive.
(724) 618-4219 View (724) 618-4219
Andy Nocita
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
I am a licensed psychologist and a Certified Allied Addiction Practitioner (CAAP), in practice since 1988. I received my Clinical Psychology doctorate from Miami University Oxford, Ohio, and my addiction certification from the Pa Certification Board in 1994. My foundational therapeutic approach is Person Centered, and I take a holistic perspective with my clients to address the health of body, mind, and spirit. I believe that a solid therapeutic relationship between client and therapist is a crucial part of the healing process, and that techniques and therapy approaches must “fit” the client in order to be effective.
I am a licensed psychologist and a Certified Allied Addiction Practitioner (CAAP), in practice since 1988. I received my Clinical Psychology doctorate from Miami University Oxford, Ohio, and my addiction certification from the Pa Certification Board in 1994. My foundational therapeutic approach is Person Centered, and I take a holistic perspective with my clients to address the health of body, mind, and spirit. I believe that a solid therapeutic relationship between client and therapist is a crucial part of the healing process, and that techniques and therapy approaches must “fit” the client in order to be effective.
(724) 558-6237 View (724) 558-6237
We are accepting new clients (In-Person and Telehealth). We have a small, welcoming group practice consisting of therapists with many years of experience and a broad range of expertise in treating children, adolescents, and adults. Our therapists understand and work with individuals from all walks of life and enjoy assisting them with their mental health goals. Together we develop a treatment plan that best fits our clients’ needs and desires for living a better life. Our office is comfortable and home-like in its furnishings and decor. Our therapists are licensed in Ohio and West Virginia as well as Pennsylvania.
We are accepting new clients (In-Person and Telehealth). We have a small, welcoming group practice consisting of therapists with many years of experience and a broad range of expertise in treating children, adolescents, and adults. Our therapists understand and work with individuals from all walks of life and enjoy assisting them with their mental health goals. Together we develop a treatment plan that best fits our clients’ needs and desires for living a better life. Our office is comfortable and home-like in its furnishings and decor. Our therapists are licensed in Ohio and West Virginia as well as Pennsylvania.
(724) 573-3713 View (724) 573-3713
Ivan Jagersky
Licensed Social Worker, MSW, LBS, LSW
1 Endorsed
Wexford, PA 15090
I work with adolescents and adults who want therapy that is both evidence-based and deeply human. Many of my clients come to me seeking skills and insight while also needing a space where they feel fully heard. I believe that attention and validation can be transformative, and that therapy should leave you with more perspective than when you came in. My approach balances critical thinking and science with respect for the complexities of lived experience, creating a space that is flexible, collaborative, and focused on what matters most to you.
I work with adolescents and adults who want therapy that is both evidence-based and deeply human. Many of my clients come to me seeking skills and insight while also needing a space where they feel fully heard. I believe that attention and validation can be transformative, and that therapy should leave you with more perspective than when you came in. My approach balances critical thinking and science with respect for the complexities of lived experience, creating a space that is flexible, collaborative, and focused on what matters most to you.
(412) 336-3846 View (412) 336-3846
Dr. Cydney V. Quinn
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wexford, PA 15090
Then a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation is completed virtually or in-person.
Dr. Cydney V. Quinn, PhD conducts virtual and in-person neuropsychological, psychological, and academic evaluations. Accepts UPMC, Highmark (BCBS), Aetna, United, and self-pay clients. Typical waitlist is approximately 1-2 months.
Then a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation is completed virtually or in-person.
Dr. Cydney V. Quinn, PhD conducts virtual and in-person neuropsychological, psychological, and academic evaluations. Accepts UPMC, Highmark (BCBS), Aetna, United, and self-pay clients. Typical waitlist is approximately 1-2 months.
(412) 520-7936 View (412) 520-7936
Summit Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
At Summit Psychological Services, we are commited to providing a postive experience while you start or continue your journey to a more healthy, happy you. Whether you are looking for assistance with an immidiate problem or to gain a greater understanding of yourself, we would like to help you on your journey.
At Summit Psychological Services, we are commited to providing a postive experience while you start or continue your journey to a more healthy, happy you. Whether you are looking for assistance with an immidiate problem or to gain a greater understanding of yourself, we would like to help you on your journey.
(412) 729-3033 View (412) 729-3033
Ildi Shaffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Serves Area
My mission is to help people reach their greatest potential through support, education and guidance. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, and an Educational Psychologist with a background in teaching and child development. I have been in the mental health field for 18 years and in the human service field /teaching for 25 years. I work with all age groups. My services include counseling, educational consultation and lifestyle coaching.
My mission is to help people reach their greatest potential through support, education and guidance. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, and an Educational Psychologist with a background in teaching and child development. I have been in the mental health field for 18 years and in the human service field /teaching for 25 years. I work with all age groups. My services include counseling, educational consultation and lifestyle coaching.
(724) 398-1081 View (724) 398-1081
Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Serves Area
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at Christiancounselingwpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at Christiancounselingwpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
(724) 824-8461 View (724) 824-8461
Lisa Gillespie Robb
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with individuals who seek help with personal relationships, life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma. I provide a warm, positive and supportive environment in which clients have an opportunity to be heard so that they may move forward in the healing process and find peace and joy in their lives. I am a specialist in ADHD and PTSD. I also provide EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) therapy which involves tapping on meridian points in order to support and guide the release of emotional trauma held within the body.
I work with individuals who seek help with personal relationships, life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma. I provide a warm, positive and supportive environment in which clients have an opportunity to be heard so that they may move forward in the healing process and find peace and joy in their lives. I am a specialist in ADHD and PTSD. I also provide EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) therapy which involves tapping on meridian points in order to support and guide the release of emotional trauma held within the body.
(412) 413-9849 View (412) 413-9849
Sharon Marie Parkinson
Psychologist, PsyD
Serves Area
Clients with Alzheimer's or other neurodegenerative diseases often feel as if their needs are forgotten, once they have been diagnosed. They, along with their care-partners, need empathy, understanding, and practical guidance on how to manage symptoms, enhance communication, and maintain quality of life. My work with people in the early stages of these diseases is to empower them to identify practical ways that fit with their own values and goals and help them find ways to live more fulfilling lives. People who are dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other mental health conditions also need validation of their experiences.
Clients with Alzheimer's or other neurodegenerative diseases often feel as if their needs are forgotten, once they have been diagnosed. They, along with their care-partners, need empathy, understanding, and practical guidance on how to manage symptoms, enhance communication, and maintain quality of life. My work with people in the early stages of these diseases is to empower them to identify practical ways that fit with their own values and goals and help them find ways to live more fulfilling lives. People who are dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other mental health conditions also need validation of their experiences.
(239) 579-7068 View (239) 579-7068
Molly Scott-Anthony
Psychologist, PsyD, NCSP
Serves Area
I also provide testing to assess gifted intelligence, Independent Educational Evaluations, and am trained in the ADOS-2 to assess for autism spectrum disorders.
I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in work with children and their families. I offer consultation services to parents who wish to collaborate with a professional regarding questions, concerns, or resources. Through direct experience, I have seen how a supportive conversation and answering questions can provide parents with direction, strategies, lessen anxiety, and help them better understand the nuances and complexities of mental health services, educational services, or child development. Consultation is not the same as therapy or treatment. Consultation services may be helpful for a family that feels stuck, or wants
I also provide testing to assess gifted intelligence, Independent Educational Evaluations, and am trained in the ADOS-2 to assess for autism spectrum disorders.
I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in work with children and their families. I offer consultation services to parents who wish to collaborate with a professional regarding questions, concerns, or resources. Through direct experience, I have seen how a supportive conversation and answering questions can provide parents with direction, strategies, lessen anxiety, and help them better understand the nuances and complexities of mental health services, educational services, or child development. Consultation is not the same as therapy or treatment. Consultation services may be helpful for a family that feels stuck, or wants
(412) 328-2789 View (412) 328-2789
Nicki Cardilli
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Serves Area
I am accepting clients in office/telehealth. With over two decades of experience in the mental health field, I have worked with children, teens and adults individually and with their families. I feel that my background working in inpatient, outpatient, residential and in-home settings enables me to help a variety of clients from all walks of life and backgounds in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. My clinical approach most often includes Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT.) I believe in drawing on individual and family strengths.
I am accepting clients in office/telehealth. With over two decades of experience in the mental health field, I have worked with children, teens and adults individually and with their families. I feel that my background working in inpatient, outpatient, residential and in-home settings enables me to help a variety of clients from all walks of life and backgounds in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. My clinical approach most often includes Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT.) I believe in drawing on individual and family strengths.
(724) 200-8612 View (724) 200-8612
Erin Donnelly
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Each of us is a complex product of our past and present environments and experiences. Generally, we act or cope in ways that are adaptive or necessary under given circumstances. When our default methods of coping are no longer effective or our circumstances change, we begin experiencing distress in specific realms of our lives. This distress might manifest as anxiety, depression, anger, pain, relationship or sexual difficulties, social isolation, declining performance and/or impairment in daily functioning. As there is an undeniable connection between our psychological and physical wellbeing, I approach treatment in an integrative, collaborative and personality-based manner.
Each of us is a complex product of our past and present environments and experiences. Generally, we act or cope in ways that are adaptive or necessary under given circumstances. When our default methods of coping are no longer effective or our circumstances change, we begin experiencing distress in specific realms of our lives. This distress might manifest as anxiety, depression, anger, pain, relationship or sexual difficulties, social isolation, declining performance and/or impairment in daily functioning. As there is an undeniable connection between our psychological and physical wellbeing, I approach treatment in an integrative, collaborative and personality-based manner.
(913) 370-7041 View (913) 370-7041

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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.