Psychological Assessment

A Psychological Assessment is a kind of assessment designed to diagnose various psychological disorders such as: Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Bipolar, Anxiety, Depression, and more. This assessment is typically sought out when someone has concerns surrounding emotional development or psychological functioning difficulties that affect their daily life.

Psychological Evaluations at Ascent Psychological Services

At Ascent Psychological Services in Cincinnati, Ohio, we offer comprehensive psychological evaluations that aim to provide meaningful insights into your daily experiences. By identifying key symptoms, we can help uncover the underlying explanations for the challenges you face.

Our assessments can cover a range of psychological diagnoses or focus on a specific area, depending on your needs. We believe in a collaborative approach, where you partner with your clinician to discuss your concerns and determine the most appropriate kinds of evaluations for you.

What the Assessment Process Looks Like

Our neuropsychological assessment follows a structured process divided into four steps: Interview, testing, feedback, and report

  1. Every assessment begins with an initial diagnostic interview. During this session the clinician will ask about the concerns, developmental history, academic or occupational challenges, and behavioral patterns along with anything more the clinician decides is necessary. This helps the clinician understand the background and reason for assessment.

  2. For a Psychological Assessment, there is a single testing session. This session may involve standardized assessments measuring attention, memory, symptoms, and daily challenges necessary to diagnose any psychological conditions. These tools are designed to capture a detailed picture of how your brain operates in daily life.

  3. Two to three weeks after the final testing appointment is your final session: the feedback session. At this time the clinician provides an in-depth conclusion of your interview and tests. This feedback session is designed to support clarity, reduce confusion, and help individuals move forward with practical next steps in therapy, education, or daily functioning.

  4. About two to three weeks following the feedback, you will be provided a comprehensive written report that outlines what the clinician discussed in the feedback. This report can be shared with schools, healthcare providers, or other professionals involved in care.

What is Assessed in a Psychological Assessment?

At Ascent Psychological Services, our psychological evaluations are thoughtfully designed for individuals seeking clarity and understanding of the symptoms affecting their everyday experiences. We offer comprehensive assessments that delve deep into your emotional and mental health, providing valuable insights to inform a meaningful psychological diagnosis. Our skilled professionals work closely with clients to ensure that each evaluation is tailored to their unique experiences and needs.

These assessments are particularly beneficial for those in search of explanations for their emotional challenges that may have felt isolating or confusing. We aim to empower you with the knowledge that comes with a diagnosis, in order to help you learn to navigate your symptoms.

Benefits of a Psychological Assessment

Those who pursue a psychological evaluation often achieve a deeper understanding of their cognitive and emotional functioning, through official diagnoses. This diagnosis can help make sense of past and future struggles. One of the key advantages to a diagnosis is that it empowers you to achieve personalized accommodations, to aid in academic, occupational, and personal success. This can help people to take better care of themselves and allows them to advocate for their needs with thorough evidence supporting them.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A Psychological Assessment is a kind of assessment designed to diagnose various psychological disorders such as: Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Bipolar, Anxiety, Depression, and more.

  • At Ascent Psychological Services, Dr. Lauren Elder, Ph.D., ABPP, and our team of Practicum students, who are directly supervise by Dr. Elder, provide this assessment type.

  • It can diagnose a wide range of psychological disorders such as ADHD, Autism, OCD, Anxiety, and more. This type of assessment does not, however, diagnose learning or developmental disabilities. If you are looking for a diagnosis such as Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, or any similar types of diagnosis, then you ar searching for a Neuropsychological Assessment

  • A psychological assessment is a total of three sessions: the interview, the testing, and the feedback.

  • Depending on the provider you choose and the age of the client the cost will vary. For a child being tested by Dr. Lauren Elder the complete total is $2,250. For a practicum student the total is $1,375. For an adult being tested by Dr. Elder the total is $1,750, while an adult being assessed by a practicum student is $1,000.

    Regardless of your choice the payments will be divided into three parts. A $250 is due once the assessment sessions have been scheduled. The remaining total is divided into two parts. The first half is charged on the day of the first session and the second half is charged 30 days following the first half.

Moving Toward Clarity and Understanding

At Ascent Psychological Services, our psychological assessments offer a thorough exploration of various psychological diagnosis. These assessments empower individuals and families to gain insight into the underlying cause of various symptoms, allowing them to develop affective strategies to navigate life.

Our comprehensive assessments, coupled with personalized recommendations, empower individuals to progress with increased confidence, clearer direction, and a more tailored support plan.