Testing and Evaluation Therapists in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
I offer admission testing for private schools and diagnostic evaluations for children/teens/adults.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, who enjoys working with individuals ages 7+. Assessment and therapy can be useful ways to better understand one's strengths/challenges at each developmental stage. Students today can face an array of struggles from lack of motivation to anxiety/perfectionism. School-age children may encounter difficulties with learning and self-regulation in the classroom. Adolescents are figuring out who they are, while navigating the ever-present world of social media in a safe, healthy way. Adults typically strive to function at their best in numerous realms, often feeling unsuccessful or overwhelmed.
I offer admission testing for private schools and diagnostic evaluations for children/teens/adults.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, who enjoys working with individuals ages 7+. Assessment and therapy can be useful ways to better understand one's strengths/challenges at each developmental stage. Students today can face an array of struggles from lack of motivation to anxiety/perfectionism. School-age children may encounter difficulties with learning and self-regulation in the classroom. Adolescents are figuring out who they are, while navigating the ever-present world of social media in a safe, healthy way. Adults typically strive to function at their best in numerous realms, often feeling unsuccessful or overwhelmed.
Are you tired of repeating the same patterns over and over again? Are you ready to make changes in your life? I can help you develop new healthy coping tools and gain power over your life. If you are experiencing difficulty with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, communication, relationships, or just feel "stuck " I can help provide some relief and guidance. I use a warm, collaborate and evidence-based approach to help you utilize better coping strategies, gain support, understand your emotions, challenge your negative thought patterns, find and develop your strengths, and set your own personal goals.
Are you tired of repeating the same patterns over and over again? Are you ready to make changes in your life? I can help you develop new healthy coping tools and gain power over your life. If you are experiencing difficulty with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, communication, relationships, or just feel "stuck " I can help provide some relief and guidance. I use a warm, collaborate and evidence-based approach to help you utilize better coping strategies, gain support, understand your emotions, challenge your negative thought patterns, find and develop your strengths, and set your own personal goals.
At Del Ray Psych & Wellness, we believe therapy should feel like connection — a space where healing begins with being truly seen and supported. Our team of compassionate clinicians helps individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with care, curiosity, and respect.
We take a holistic approach that honors the mind, body, and spirit, drawing from evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. For those seeking deeper understanding and clarity, we also provide comprehensive psychological assessments. For clients seeking innovative options, we offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
At Del Ray Psych & Wellness, we believe therapy should feel like connection — a space where healing begins with being truly seen and supported. Our team of compassionate clinicians helps individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with care, curiosity, and respect.
We take a holistic approach that honors the mind, body, and spirit, drawing from evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. For those seeking deeper understanding and clarity, we also provide comprehensive psychological assessments. For clients seeking innovative options, we offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
I offer mental health assessments (for diagnostic clarification) and AuDHD testing as a supportive way to help individuals gain clarity, understanding, and confidence as they navigate their life's journey.
I also offer therapy services to continue the work beyond the assessment process. My approach to therapy is holistic and integrative, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Therapies, psychodynamic and humanistic frameworks, and somatic techniques such as EMDR.
I offer mental health assessments (for diagnostic clarification) and AuDHD testing as a supportive way to help individuals gain clarity, understanding, and confidence as they navigate their life's journey.
I also offer therapy services to continue the work beyond the assessment process. My approach to therapy is holistic and integrative, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Therapies, psychodynamic and humanistic frameworks, and somatic techniques such as EMDR.
I also specialize in psychological testing.
Understanding the causes of anxiety, depression, and other types of psychological suffering by increasing self-awareness is the key to navigating life's challenges. With years of experience in clinical practice and academia, I've had the privilege of assisting individuals from various walks of life in navigating their psychological challenges. My approach to therapy is based on empathic attunement, fostering self-awareness, and empirically supported approaches tailored to the needs of each person. I am committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings openly.
I also specialize in psychological testing.
Understanding the causes of anxiety, depression, and other types of psychological suffering by increasing self-awareness is the key to navigating life's challenges. With years of experience in clinical practice and academia, I've had the privilege of assisting individuals from various walks of life in navigating their psychological challenges. My approach to therapy is based on empathic attunement, fostering self-awareness, and empirically supported approaches tailored to the needs of each person. I am committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings openly.
We specialize in anger management, testing and evaluations, and thinking disorders.
You don’t want anger to keep defining your relationships or your outcomes. You’re ready to take responsibility, but you also need understanding and not judgment. You want to learn how to stay calm under pressure, communicate without escalation, and feel more in control of your emotions. I offer a structured, supportive space where you can unpack what’s beneath the anger and build skills that create lasting change.
We specialize in anger management, testing and evaluations, and thinking disorders.
You don’t want anger to keep defining your relationships or your outcomes. You’re ready to take responsibility, but you also need understanding and not judgment. You want to learn how to stay calm under pressure, communicate without escalation, and feel more in control of your emotions. I offer a structured, supportive space where you can unpack what’s beneath the anger and build skills that create lasting change.
We are pleased to also offer psychological assessments (psychoeducational, private school admissions, IQ testing, and more).
We, at Alexandria Place Therapy, value authentic and genuine connection with our clients and their families. We believe this connection is the groundwork for all work we do with clients. Alexandria Place Therapy offers therapeutic services in Old Town Alexandria. Our clinicians have spent their careers working with children, adolescents, young adults and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, trauma and loss. Collectively, we bring over thirty years of experience to our work and aim to offer help in vulnerable times. Our experience and specialized training afford us the opportunity to tailor treatment to meet your unique needs.
We are pleased to also offer psychological assessments (psychoeducational, private school admissions, IQ testing, and more).
We, at Alexandria Place Therapy, value authentic and genuine connection with our clients and their families. We believe this connection is the groundwork for all work we do with clients. Alexandria Place Therapy offers therapeutic services in Old Town Alexandria. Our clinicians have spent their careers working with children, adolescents, young adults and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, trauma and loss. Collectively, we bring over thirty years of experience to our work and aim to offer help in vulnerable times. Our experience and specialized training afford us the opportunity to tailor treatment to meet your unique needs.
Compassionate, Bilingual Therapist uniquely trained to treat the sensitive needs of the whole person, integrating Spirituality with Psychology in helping you overcome personal obstacles to living your best life! Specializing in IFS, EFT, inner healing, resolving simple and complex marital issues, career changes, midlife and adolescent struggles, treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, sexual abuse and domestic violence. I also offer Clinical Assessments for Immigration Situations dealing with Asylum, Hardship Waivers, U Visa and VAWA cases. Christian Counseling available upon request.
Compassionate, Bilingual Therapist uniquely trained to treat the sensitive needs of the whole person, integrating Spirituality with Psychology in helping you overcome personal obstacles to living your best life! Specializing in IFS, EFT, inner healing, resolving simple and complex marital issues, career changes, midlife and adolescent struggles, treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, sexual abuse and domestic violence. I also offer Clinical Assessments for Immigration Situations dealing with Asylum, Hardship Waivers, U Visa and VAWA cases. Christian Counseling available upon request.
If you have found yourself seeking therapy, it could be due to changes in your daily life that are causing disruption or dissatisfaction. It may be a new stressor, unresolved difficulties from your past, or a desire to gain a deeper understanding of yourself. Engaging in therapy can be a healing and transformative process, paving the way to gain satisfaction in your life. Guided by compassion and trust, I take a collaborative and multicultural approach to create a safe space for this exploration.
If you have found yourself seeking therapy, it could be due to changes in your daily life that are causing disruption or dissatisfaction. It may be a new stressor, unresolved difficulties from your past, or a desire to gain a deeper understanding of yourself. Engaging in therapy can be a healing and transformative process, paving the way to gain satisfaction in your life. Guided by compassion and trust, I take a collaborative and multicultural approach to create a safe space for this exploration.
Hi All, I have a vibrant group practice. Your Neighborhood Clinic is a not for profit organization that works with individuals, families, and adolescents (13 years and older). We specialize in working with diverse clients who are new to therapy or who are looking for some a new approach to life. We help clients adjust to some of life many changes including divorce, grief, starting a new relationship, or changing careers. If you would like to work Dr. Shareefah or one of our other therapists, please review our website and book an appointment.
Hi All, I have a vibrant group practice. Your Neighborhood Clinic is a not for profit organization that works with individuals, families, and adolescents (13 years and older). We specialize in working with diverse clients who are new to therapy or who are looking for some a new approach to life. We help clients adjust to some of life many changes including divorce, grief, starting a new relationship, or changing careers. If you would like to work Dr. Shareefah or one of our other therapists, please review our website and book an appointment.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for change, I’m here to support you. Together, we’ll work toward helping you feel more confident, grounded, and capable—one step at a time. I work best with children (ages 12+), teens, and young adults who may feel anxious, easily frustrated, withdrawn, or unsure of themselves.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for change, I’m here to support you. Together, we’ll work toward helping you feel more confident, grounded, and capable—one step at a time. I work best with children (ages 12+), teens, and young adults who may feel anxious, easily frustrated, withdrawn, or unsure of themselves.
Moving Forward, PLC founded in 2007; specializes in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples and the family system collectively to work through and move forward. Our skilled clinicians with over 100 years of experience will help you or you and your family to move past one's anxiety, depression, adjustment issues from separation/divorce or grief, social skill challenges, past trauma, addictions, obsessive compulsive issues, disruptive behaviors and attention issues. All therapy is done using evidence based practice. Dr. Cole is also a Clinical Supervision and Professor at George Mason University.
Moving Forward, PLC founded in 2007; specializes in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples and the family system collectively to work through and move forward. Our skilled clinicians with over 100 years of experience will help you or you and your family to move past one's anxiety, depression, adjustment issues from separation/divorce or grief, social skill challenges, past trauma, addictions, obsessive compulsive issues, disruptive behaviors and attention issues. All therapy is done using evidence based practice. Dr. Cole is also a Clinical Supervision and Professor at George Mason University.
Creating Pathways for families to heal.
Creating Pathways for families to heal.
I'm committed to social justice, helping others build resilience and coping tools by creating a compassionate and safe environment for mental wellness for youth, families, and couples. I'm experienced in treating veterans and individuals with depression & PTSD, personality disorders, suicidal ideation, self-harm, psychotic symptoms, substance misuse, family and relationship distress, social stressors, and trauma. I strives to create a compassionate and safe environment for mental wellness for youth, families, and couples. I used evidenced based trauma treatment such as prolonged exposure, cognitive processing therapy.
I'm committed to social justice, helping others build resilience and coping tools by creating a compassionate and safe environment for mental wellness for youth, families, and couples. I'm experienced in treating veterans and individuals with depression & PTSD, personality disorders, suicidal ideation, self-harm, psychotic symptoms, substance misuse, family and relationship distress, social stressors, and trauma. I strives to create a compassionate and safe environment for mental wellness for youth, families, and couples. I used evidenced based trauma treatment such as prolonged exposure, cognitive processing therapy.
Through testing, challenges can turn into triumphs, and question marks into exclamation points.
With a Master’s and Education Specialist degree in School Psychology, I specialize in testing for ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Giftedness, IEP and 504 Plans, special needs, autism, trauma, depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, and more. The parents, students, and schools, The Mind Center partners with refer to us as the "go-to industry leaders."
Through testing, challenges can turn into triumphs, and question marks into exclamation points.
With a Master’s and Education Specialist degree in School Psychology, I specialize in testing for ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Giftedness, IEP and 504 Plans, special needs, autism, trauma, depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, and more. The parents, students, and schools, The Mind Center partners with refer to us as the "go-to industry leaders."
Through testing, challenges can turn into triumphs, and question marks into exclamation points.
With a Certified School Psychologist, I specialize in testing for ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Giftedness, IEP and 504 Plans, special needs, autism, trauma, depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, and more. The parents, students, and schools The Mind Center partners with refer to us as the "go-to industry leaders."
Through testing, challenges can turn into triumphs, and question marks into exclamation points.
With a Certified School Psychologist, I specialize in testing for ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Giftedness, IEP and 504 Plans, special needs, autism, trauma, depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, and more. The parents, students, and schools The Mind Center partners with refer to us as the "go-to industry leaders."
I am eager to work with adults who have experienced trauma and want therapy to look through how it has impacted them. Trauma can mean a lot to different people though whether that is from sexual assault, military combat, child abuse, cultural/religious abuse or loss of a loved one. What is important is that there was a meaningful shift you struggle to deal with, and I want to help. It also more than post-traumatic stress. You can also experience great sadness, daily stress or trouble in your relationships you do not understand.
I am eager to work with adults who have experienced trauma and want therapy to look through how it has impacted them. Trauma can mean a lot to different people though whether that is from sexual assault, military combat, child abuse, cultural/religious abuse or loss of a loved one. What is important is that there was a meaningful shift you struggle to deal with, and I want to help. It also more than post-traumatic stress. You can also experience great sadness, daily stress or trouble in your relationships you do not understand.
Expand Psychology, formerly The Center for Cognitive Therapy and Assessment (CCTA), was founded in 2005 by Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Katie O’Meara, Psy.D., with the mission of providing accessible, compassionate, and evidence-based care to the Northern Virginia community. Expand Psychology is dedicated to offering warm, person-centered therapy that addresses each individual’s unique needs. Over the years, Expand Psychology has grown to serve clients of all ages, now offering comprehensive treatment options in both Falls Church and Alexandria, Virginia. We are proud to be a trusted resource for mental health care in the region.
Expand Psychology, formerly The Center for Cognitive Therapy and Assessment (CCTA), was founded in 2005 by Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Katie O’Meara, Psy.D., with the mission of providing accessible, compassionate, and evidence-based care to the Northern Virginia community. Expand Psychology is dedicated to offering warm, person-centered therapy that addresses each individual’s unique needs. Over the years, Expand Psychology has grown to serve clients of all ages, now offering comprehensive treatment options in both Falls Church and Alexandria, Virginia. We are proud to be a trusted resource for mental health care in the region.
Mai Kindaichi
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA 22301
Waitlist for new clients
Many of us experience emotional hardships and strains which affect our abilities to create and sustain satisfying connections, or feel like our strongest self. Our emotions can be affected by adjustments, grief and loss, traumas, physical illness, family distress, and life transitions which can have rippling effects across our multiple roles. Taking a step to connect with a trained counseling professional,with whom you feel a strong and safe fit, can be one way to feel support and better. Through individual, couples, and/or group therapy, or appropriate assessment, I hope to offer a range of psychological support.
Many of us experience emotional hardships and strains which affect our abilities to create and sustain satisfying connections, or feel like our strongest self. Our emotions can be affected by adjustments, grief and loss, traumas, physical illness, family distress, and life transitions which can have rippling effects across our multiple roles. Taking a step to connect with a trained counseling professional,with whom you feel a strong and safe fit, can be one way to feel support and better. Through individual, couples, and/or group therapy, or appropriate assessment, I hope to offer a range of psychological support.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about helping individuals and families. I have lived in many states and in Okinawa, Japan, and in Virginia most recently. My diverse military and family background led me to undergraduate studies at The Pennsylvania State University, and doctoral degree in Psychology at Argosy University where I developed a special interest in multicultural competency and mental health treatment. I have over 15 years of clinical experience and find collaborative work essential with other mental and health professionals in order to provide the highest level of care in treating the whole person.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about helping individuals and families. I have lived in many states and in Okinawa, Japan, and in Virginia most recently. My diverse military and family background led me to undergraduate studies at The Pennsylvania State University, and doctoral degree in Psychology at Argosy University where I developed a special interest in multicultural competency and mental health treatment. I have over 15 years of clinical experience and find collaborative work essential with other mental and health professionals in order to provide the highest level of care in treating the whole person.
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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.