A PLACE TO FIND ANSWERS WHEN THE QUESTIONS WONT LET GO.
Thoughtful psychological assessment across the lifespan
Testing isn’t about judgment.
It’s about listening differently.
We shall not cease from exploration,
and the end of all our exploring
will be to arrive where we started
and know the place for the first time.
— T.S. Eliot, *Four Quartets*
Psychological Testing
Clarity for the next step. Confidence in what's going on.
Psychological assessment can help when you're seeking a clearer understanding of yourself or of your child, partner, parent, or client. Something isn’t adding up. You’re trying to make sense of your experience, but the answers keep shifting. You might be looking for a diagnosis, or simply a clearer understanding of what’s going on, so you can stop second-guessing yourself and start moving forward with clarity.
In these moments, psychological testing offers structured, evidence-based insight. It helps name what's happening, differentiate between conditions, and illuminate strengths alongside challenges. Testing is never just about labels; it's about context, understanding, and informed next steps.
When testing might be helpful:
In-depth assessment of attention, memory, and executive functioning, including organization, planning, and working memory, as well as evaluation for ADHD and other neurodivergent traits when clinically appropriate.
Precise diagnostic clarification when overlapping symptoms (anxiety, mood, trauma, neurodivergence) make things feel complicated.
Insight into personality structure and relationship dynamics that shape how you interact in work, home, and social settings.
Pre-therapy psychological evaluation to inform treatment strategy when complexity increases (e.g., co-occurring symptoms or life transitions).
My approach
I bring clinical rigor with a human perspective. My training spans cognitive, neuropsychological, and personality assessment, and I stay attuned to sociocultural context, trauma history, and emotional dynamics. Testing isn't a cold procedure, it's collaborative inquiry to help you understand yourself better.
What can you expect when you come in for testing, on your own or on behalf of someone else?
Here’s how we approach it together.
How PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION works
We start with a free 15–20-minute consultation.
This is a low-pressure space to talk about what's bringing you in, ask initial questions, and get a feel for whether we're the right fit. It's not a test or a commitment, it’s just a thoughtful beginning.
If we move forward, we'll schedule a longer intake session.
This first meeting (usually an hour to 90 minutes) is when we really dig into what's been going on and what led you to consider testing. I'll ask questions, some open-ended and some more structured, about your background, your current struggles, and what you're hoping to understand more clearly. It's not just about collecting facts; it's a conversation meant to help both of us get oriented before we dive in. My goal is to make the process feel human, not mechanical. You're not a problem to solve, you're a person to understand.
Next comes the testing phase.
This part depends on your specific needs. It might include standardized questionnaires, memory or attention tasks, problem-solving exercises, or other tools designed to explore how your mind works. I'll walk you through each part so you always know what we're doing and why. Some people complete the testing in one extended session, while others may need two or more shorter visits. If other people's perspectives are part of the picture, like a parent, partner, or provider, we'll include that thoughtfully.
After testing, I'll put the findings together into a clear, thoughtful report.
This report contains the necessary numbers and data, but more importantly, it tells your story. It connects patterns, highlights strengths, and makes space for nuance. If you're sharing the report with a therapist, doctor, or school, it will be written in a way that's both clinically grounded and easy to understand.
We'll meet again for a feedback session.
This is where we make meaning out of the data. I'll walk you through the results, explain what they suggest (and what they don't), and give you space for whatever comes up, any questions, reactions, or simply take it in at your own pace. If the testing is meant to guide therapy, school planning, or personal decision-making, we'll talk about how to carry that insight forward.
Most evaluations are completed within 3–5 weeks, start to finish.
You'll receive the report within 2–3 weeks after the final testing session, as writing a report that's personal, accurate, and truly useful takes time. Timelines vary depending on scheduling and the scope of the assessment, but I'll always communicate clearly about what to expect.
Every step is collaborative.
This isn't about judgment or labels, it's about understanding. Whether you're looking for clarity, direction, or simply a language for something confusing or stuck, we'll explore it with curiosity and care.