Neuropsychological and Psychological AssessmentsNeuropsychological:WHAT IS IT?A neuropsychological evaluation assesses brain functioning. The profile shows an individual’s current strengths and weaknesses. Areas that can be assessed include: intelligence, academic achievement, attention, concentration, executive functioning, memory, verbal functioning, visual-spatial and visual-motor functioning, adaptive behavior and emotional-behavioral functioning. WHY GET ONE?This is helpful to better understand an individual’s cognitive strengths and weaknesses. The evaluation provides insight into how an individual processes information, and if there is a difficulty, where in the thinking process there may be trouble. The evaluation concludes with specific treatment recommendations to both maximize the strengths and remediate or compensate for weaknesses. Diagnoses are provided in an attempt to best explain the specific challenges requiring intervention. This may help answer common questions, such as:
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HOW MUCH TESTING TIME IS NEEDED?Typically, for children 3 months – 3 years, this is about 2 hours. For children 3 ½ up to 5 ½ it may take 2-3 hours. For children 6 years old up through to adulthood, it may take the same amount of time as a school day (4-5 hours). A one hour lunch break is typical. Much effort is put forth to make the assessment experience enjoyable and interesting. We recognize that children at times may benefit from creative strategies for optimal performance. To schedule an appointment call 715 845-4900Psychological:WHAT IS IT?A psychological evaluation seeks to clarify the level of emotional and behavioral functioning of an individual. Sometimes, other areas are assessed as well, such as IQ, attention, and academic functioning. WHY GET ONE?The psychological evaluation can help to increase the accuracy of an emotional, behavioral, or personality diagnosis. The result can provide helpful suggestions toward the treatment plan. For example, which therapies may be most effective and what therapeutic goals may be most beneficial for the individual? WHAT IS INVOLVED?Psychological testing can take several forms.
HOW MUCH TIME IS NEEDED?The evaluation itself can vary, ranging from 3 to 6 hours. This depends on the complexity, goals of the individual/family, and age of the patient. To schedule an appointment call 715 845-4900Rehabilitation Counseling:Goals of rehabilitation psychotherapy may include pain management, coping/adjusting to disability or a medical condition, and coordinating with therapists already involved to provide the best chance of success. |