We provide psycho-diagnostic assessments to children, adolescents, and adults. 

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The Process

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At Psychology West, we provide comprehensive psychological assessments in order to provide diagnostic clarification of presenting difficulties. Sometimes, individuals are seeking clarification of psychological diagnoses, mental health functioning, or a targeted treatment plan. Sometimes, these assessments are for patients’ own knowledge and clarification of what they are experiencing; other times, they are meant to guide treatment with another practitioner, such as a psychotherapist, family physician, or another professional collaborating in improving an individual’s overall mental health. 

 

The depth and scope of these assessments is an individualized process; however, in general, you can expect your clinician to collect a complete history, administer relevant questionnaires and testing, and complete a semi-structured clinical interview (usually spanning 2 sessions). Your clinician will consider your unique strengths and challenges in coping with your current and past distress. At times, consultation with other professionals is requested in order to provide a more complete understanding of your mental health history and general functioning. Clients are then provided with general impressions, any psychological diagnoses, a case formulation of contributing factors, and some possibilities for potential treatments in collaboration with you. A letter, summarizing relevant findings, is available depending on your needs and preferences. 

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