Psychological Testing, Rates, and Policies
What is Psychological Testing?
Psychological Testing typically consists of multiple independent tests given in a group, called a “battery,” that with expert interpretation can identify different aspects about how a person thinks and reacts. Psychological testing can only be interpreted by a specially trained Licensed Psychologist. Each test is rigorously statistically validated to ensure the results are reliable and consistently replicated by national certifying bodies. Individual tests can take anywhere from 10 minutes to 3 hours, with the complete test battery generally lasting between 2 and 8 hours, depending on the complexity of the assessment question. Testing methods vary widely, from multiple-choice tests on an iPad, to verbally answering standardized test questions, to paper-and-pencil. Each testing method utilized depends on what the test is designed to identify in the test-taker. The Psychologist will then carefully interpret the results to create a written report, which will be presented to the client in detail upon completion of all testing.
Why Invest in Psychological Testing?
Psychological testing and the written report can be used for a variety of purposes, including:
- Diagnostic Clarification – Psychiatrists can use these reports to help them differentiate between different diagnoses to aid them in tailoring medications. A classic example is differentiating ADHD from anxiety, both of which are frequently misdiagnosed and mistreated.
- Social Security and Disability Benefits – Some diagnoses can entitle the client to financial assistance
- Educational Accommodations – Certain diagnoses may grant the client the use of accommodations from educational bodies at various levels, including grade school, college, and University. For example, an individual found to have a slower processing speed may be granted extended test-taking time on assignments and tests/exams.
Testing Policies
- At Pinnacle Counseling and Testing, all psychological testing is conducted by a Licensed Psychologist or other Doctor of Psychology. We do not employ psychometrists or other testing technicians.
- Payment for 50% of the total fee is due prior to the initial evaluation. The remaining 50% is due prior to the release of the final report at the feedback session.
- All psychological assessments include: a) an hour-long intake session, b) all necessary testing sessions, c) an hour-long feedback session where the Licensed Psychologist or other Doctor of Psychology gives a detailed explanation of the results.
- An itemized superbill will be provided for clients’ submission to insurance companies for possible reimbursement.
- A written testing report will be completed no longer than 30 days after the final test has been completed. If the test-taker requires the report to be returned sooner than 30 days, an additional rush fee may be incurred. Turn around times as short as 2 days may be possible, depending on the complexity of the testing battery and the availability of the psychologist.
What tests do we administer?
There are a wide variety of tests to select from that are designed answer specific questions about specific ages and groups of people. For example, an intelligence quotient (IQ) test is a common element of psychoeducational evaluations, while a validated personality measure could be used in a different battery to test for emotional disturbance. Each testing battery is individually tailored to the unique diagnostic needs of each client we serve.
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Payments Accepted
We accept cash, check, debit card, credit card, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and electronic funds transfer (EFT) payments.