Psychodiagnostic Assessments

A psychodiagnostic assessment is a comprehensive evaluation completed by a Registered Psychologist to better understand your symptoms, strengths, and overall psychological functioning. These assessments help clarify whether a mental health diagnosis is appropriate, identify factors contributing to your concerns, and provide individualized recommendations for treatment and ongoing care.

Assessments typically include a clinical interview, standardized questionnaires and psychological testing, interpretation of the results, a written report, and a feedback session to review the findings and recommendations.

The type of assessment you needs depends on your concerns and the questions you hope to answer. During a free consultation, we can discuss your goals and determine which assessment is the best fit.

Brief Psychodiagnostic Assessment

A brief psychodiagnostic assessment is designed for individuals seeking diagnostic clarification for one or two specific concerns. It is appropriate when the referral question is relatively focused and a comprehensive assessment is not required.

This assessment may be appropriate is you are wondering:

• Do I meet criteria for ADHD?

• Do I meet criteria for PTSD, depression, or anxiety?

• Why do I continue to struggle despite previous treatment?

A brief psychodiagnostic assessment typically includes:

• A comprehensive clinical interview

• Standardized psychological questionnaires and testing

• Diagnostic clarification

• A concise written report with treatment recommendations

• A feedback session to review the results

Comprehensive Psychodiagnostic Assessment

A comprehensive psychodiagnostic assessment is recommended when there are multiple concerns, a more complex clinical presentation, or several referral questions that require a broader evaluation.

This assessment may be appropriate if:

• Previous diagnoses or treatments have not fully explained your difficulties.

• There are questions about multiple diagnoses

• Your healthcare provider has requested a detailed psychological assessment.

A comprehensive psychodiagnostic assessment may include:

• An extended clinical interview

• A broader battery of psychological tests

• A review of relevant medical and psychological records (with your consent)

• Collateral information from other healthcare providers or family members (when appropriate and with your consent)

• A detailed written report with diagnostic impressions and individualized recommendations

• A feedback session to discuss the findings and next steps

Fees

Assessment fees vary depending on the complexity of the referral question and the amount of testing required.

Following your initial consultation, you will receive a personalized quote outlining:

• The recommended assessment

• What is included

• The total fee

• Anticipated timelines

• Any potential additional costs of the scope of the assessment changes

This approach ensures that you have a clear understanding of the process and costs before deciding whether to proceed.

Book a Consultation

Choosing the right assessment can feel overwhelming, and many people are unsure where to start.

A free consultation provides an opportunity to discuss your concerns, ask questions about the assessment process, and determine which option is most appropriate for your needs.

If you are looking for a psychological assessment in Vancouver, I’d be happy to discuss how I can help. During an initial consultation, we'll review your concerns, explain the assessment process, discuss fees and anticipated timelines, and determine whether a psychodiagnostic assessment is the right fit for your needs.