Sometimes you need a psychological or substance use evaluation for diagnostic clarification or to determine if there is progress in therapy. We can also help you develop a clear path with a career assessment. Other times, employers may require a psychological or substance use evaluation to determine readiness to return to work. Lastly, we can help with adoption readiness evaluations.
We have a team approach to conducting evaluations.
Dr. Ludlam heads up the psychological evaluation team. Our team is qualified to provide a wide variety of psychological evaluations and assessments including self-discovery and diagnostic clarification. Dr. Ludlam is our Training Director. She is responsible for ensuring our evaluation protocols are up to date and that the practice follows current evidence-based practice. She also ensures all our staff and students are properly trained to interview and test our clients. Ms. Foss is our Evaluation Coordinator. She will be your point of contact for initiating and concluding the evaluation process. Lisa will determine which of our psychologists and other staff is best suited to conduct your evaluation.
If you are seeking an evaluation, please contact lisa@kkjpsych.com.
What is a team approach?
This means that you will always have at least two minds on the case. This approach helps clinicians maintain neutrality and discuss various perspectives. It allows for efficient and thorough information gathering. It also mimics the health care system's whole person approach to care. You will meet with two primary clinicians to complete interviews and psychological testing. At times, we have a third clinician or student involved in obtaining and reviewing records, contacting collaterals, reviewing reports, or brainstorming diagnosis and treatment information.
Types of Psychological Evaluations
“Psychological evaluation” is a broad term that is often used to refer to many different things. Most basically, a psychological evaluation is an assessment of an individual, usually involving diagnostic interviews and psychological testing. However, this assessment can take several forms and serve different purposes. This summary provides short descriptions of several types of evaluations.
The major categories of evaluations include:
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