Helpful answers before you get started.

Depending on the reason for your evaluation, testing may look at memory, problem-solving, reading, attention, personal history, and emotional well-being. The environment is low-stress, and plenty of time for breaks can be built in.

From the initial consultation through the final feedback session, the process typically takes 2–3 weeks.

Face-to-face testing takes approximately 2–6 hours and is usually divided across two days. Additional sessions or days can be arranged to prevent fatigue, especially for children or adults who have difficulty with sustained attention.

Bring a snack and a bottle of water.

Testing is provided in person only. In-person services available in Virginia, the Washington, DC metropolitan area, and West Virginia.

This practice is private pay and out of network. Insurance is not billed directly, and payment is accepted by cash or check.

A comprehensive superbill can be provided with applicable clinical and testing codes. You may submit it to your insurer for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Contact your insurance provider beforehand to ask about your out-of-network behavioral health benefits.

Yes. Comprehensive reports include a formal diagnosis when criteria are met, along with specific evidence-based recommendations.

Reports are designed to support documentation needs for IEPs, 504 plans, university disability offices, workplace accommodations, and standardized testing accommodations such as the SAT, ACT, GRE, or LSAT.

Therapy is an ongoing collaborative process focused on treating symptoms, building coping skills, and navigating life transitions over time.

A psychological evaluation is a short-term, structured process used to gather data, identify the source of specific challenges, provide an accurate diagnosis when appropriate, and create a roadmap for next steps—which may include therapy.

There is no need to study or cram. The best preparation is to arrive rested, nourished, and ready to participate.

• Get a good night’s sleep before the session.
• Eat a nutritious meal beforehand and bring snacks and water.
• Take daily medications as you normally would.
• For a child, explain that they will complete puzzles and learning activities and talk with a specialist who helps children understand how their brains learn best.