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Frequently Asked Questions

What is psychological testing?

 

Psychological testing and evaluation (or psychological assessment)  is a process used to better understand a person and their overall functioning.  The process of testing can help provide diagnostic clarification, identify specific interventions and accommodations that can help improve functioning and determine options for further treatment. All types of evaluations focus on identifying individual strengths and challenges and can be used to better understand unique vulnerabilities and protective factors.

What does the evaluation process look like? 

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All assessments begin with a virtual clinical interview (or intake) to gather information about a client’s  developmental history, current symptoms, previous interventions and evaluations.  A specific set of assessments and tests are chosen for each individual and administered during the testing session. Once testing is completed, a virtual feedback session is scheduled to review the results, identify helpful recommendations and provide resources for additional support.

What should I tell my child about testing?

 

Please give your child an explanation about the day of testing ahead of time but keep it simple and developmentally appropriate. Most children can be told that they will be working with someone on academic tasks and other activities to understand how they learn.​ It is important that they follow their typical routine (eating, sleeping, medication use) in preparation for test day. This helps us assess how they function normally. 

Do you prescribe medication?

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No. Licensed psychologists are qualified to do counseling and psychotherapy, perform psychological testing, and provide treatment for mental disorders. They are not, though, medical doctors. That means that, with the exception of a few states, psychologists cannot write prescriptions or perform medical procedures.

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Do you take insurance?

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Our practice is in network with Aetna. If you are not insured by Aetna, we will be considered an out-of-network provider. If you are interested in paying for the evaluation out-of-pocket, we can provide you with an itemized receipt (superbill with CPT codes listed) that you can use to file a claim with your insurance company.  Most services provided by our office are insurance reimbursable through your out-of-network benefits. Please visit the Insurance and Fees page for more information.  

 

Do I need a referral in order to schedule an appointment?

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We do not need a referral to schedule an appointment. However, your insurance provider may like to have one in order to cover our services or prove medical necessity. We recommend contacting your insurance provider and asking them whether your behavioral health benefits depend on whether we have a referral. Our insurance verification that we run before your first appointment will also tell us whether one might be needed.​

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