Psychological Evaluation

A psychological evaluation includes the gathering of information regarding an individual via clinical interviews, rating scales, administration of standardized assessment tools, observations, and records review. This information is used for diagnostic decision-making, treatment planning, referring to recommended services, and advocacy. I currently provide psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 2 through 22) regarding the following areas of concern:

  • Anxiety-related disorders

  • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

  • Autism spectrum disorder

  • Executive functioning difficulties

  • Intellectual disability

  • Learning problems/disability (e.g., dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia)

  • Mood disorders

  • Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  • School-related problems

Psychological Evaluation Process

  • One hour appointment to complete necessary paperwork, discuss the referral question, gather preliminary background information, and, if relevant, complete screening instruments. This information is gathered to ensure psychological testing is necessary and to create the evaluation plan. The evaluation plan will be discussed during the intake meeting and used to create a good faith estimate regarding the amount of time needed to complete the evaluation and the subsequent cost.

  • Psychological testing includes an in-depth clinical interview and the administration of standardized assessment tools to gather information and assist in addressing the referral questions. This may include assessing cognitive abilities, executive functioning skills, academic skills, adaptive skill development, and/or social-emotional development. Payment for psychological testing is collected at the time of the appointment.

  • This service includes scoring and interpretation of the administered standardized assessments and rating scales, reviewing/summarizing relevant records, and writing the psychological evaluation report.

  • One hour appointment to discuss the results of the psychological evaluation. This will include the test results, diagnostic decision-making, and recommendations or referrals for future services. You will also receive a copy of the psychological report for your records.

    • We will work together to ensure a psychological evaluation is appropriate and will align with your goals.

    • Screening measures may be administered to assist with clinical decision-making or evaluation planning.

    • We will discuss and agree upon the plan for the evaluation.

    • We will review the good-faith estimate.

    • If there is sufficient time, a clinical interview may be started to begin gathering pertinent psychosocial and developmental history.

    • Your child may or may not need to attend this meeting. We will discuss this together when scheduling the appointment

  • Psychological testing includes the gathering of information in multiple ways, including:

    • Asking questions regarding psychosocial and developmental history (clinical interview).

    • Standardized, norm-referenced psychological assessments to evaluate strengths and weaknesses. These may assess cognitive abilities, executive functioning skills, academic skills, etc.

    • Standardized, norm-referenced rating scales. These may assess social-emotional development, adaptive skills, or diagnostic-specific symptoms/behaviors. I may also ask to have your child’s teacher(s) complete rating scales.

    • Assessment based observations.

    • We will discuss the results and the conclusion of the evaluation. This will include a review of strengths and weaknesses and what diagnoses are supported (and not supported) by the assessment information.

    • We will also discuss personalized recommendations to best support you/your child at home, in school, and in the community.

    • We will discuss if it is appropriate for your child to attend this appointment when scheduling.

What to Expect

Cost of Services

Payment

My fee for services is $150 an hour. While the number of hours required for an evaluation will vary depending on the referral question(s), a typical evaluation requires a total of 10 hours ($1500).

Good Faith Estimate

I will provide a good faith estimate and detailed receipt that will outline the estimated services that will be provided, the number of hours for each service, and a breakdown of the cost for services. You will have this information available to you prior to committing to the full evaluation.

Insurance

I am not contracted with any health insurance providers. Therefore, I do not accept insurance and payment is due in full at the time of service. You will receive an invoice (a superbill) including each service rendered that can be used to independently seek reimbursement from your insurance provider.

How to schedule or Make a referral

If you are interested in scheduling a diagnostic intake, please complete the following referral form.

You may also contact Dr. Hunt at (740) 258-2325 or steven@huntpsych.com with additional questions.