Frequently Asked Questions
What is neuropsychology?
Neuropsychology is a specialty of psychology that focuses on the relationship between brain function, learning, emotions, and behavior.
What is a neuropsychologist?
A neuropsychologist is a licensed psychologist with expertise in how learning and behavior are related to brain structures and systems. Neuropsychologists conduct formal assessments of cognitive abilities, personality, and emotional and social functioning. A neuropsychologist then interprets the test results, clarifies a diagnosis, and provides recommendations.
A neuropsychologist may have different roles in your care. Sometimes, neuropsychologists continue working with a patient over time to adjust recommendations to the patient’s changing needs, often following a re-evaluation. A neuropsychologist may provide treatment such as psychotherapy or behavior management. Often, the neuropsychologist will work closely with the patient’s other medical providers to coordinate care. Neuropsychologists may also work closely with a school to help them provide appropriate educational programs for a child.
What is a neuropsychological evaluation?
What do you evaluate during a neuropsychological evaluation?
Each evaluation is tailored specifically based on the individual’s needs. We often evaluate:
- Intellectual functioning
- Academic achievement
- Attention and focus
- Executive functions
- Visuospatial skills
- Learning and memory
- Language skills
- Motor skills
- Social cognition
- Emotional functioning
- Independent living abilities
What can I expect during a neuropsychological evaluation?
A neuropsychological evaluation typically includes an intake appointment, testing appointment, and a feedback appointment. The process is designed to better understand cognitive, academic, emotional, and behavioral functioning, answer referral questions, and provide personalized recommendations.
How long does a neuropsychological evaluation take?
How soon will I receive my results?
What is the youngest age we see for neuropsychological evaluations?
Why might a child need an evaluation?
Why might an adult need an evaluation?
Common reasons include changes in learning, attention, or emotional functioning, diagnostic clarification, evaluating the need for high-stakes testing accommodations, understanding work or academic challenges, and developing recommendations for treatment.
Why might an older adult need an evaluation?
Common reasons include concerns about memory or thinking changes, clarifying whether symptoms reflect normal aging, mild cognitive impairment, or dementia, and developing recommendations for supports and future planning.
How can therapy help me?
Therapy can help you better understand your thoughts, emotions, and patterns, while building practical tools to manage challenges more effectively. It provides support with concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and relationship difficulties.
How long are therapy sessions?
Therapy sessions typically last 50 minutes. Some forms of therapy may require extended session time, which will be discussed during the initial intake appointment.
Are virtual options available?
Many concerns can be addressed via telehealth therapy. Intake and feedback sessions for evaluations can occur virtually upon request. Testing occurs in person.
Do you accept insurance?
We are an out-of-network provider. We provide superbills that can be submitted to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. Please contact us for additional questions about fees.
What payment types do you accept?
We accept cash, check, debit and credit cards, and health savings account (HSA) cards.
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