The Process
We structure our assessments into two appointments. The first appointment is a 1-hour intake interview, during which we’ll gather relevant background information and discuss the concerns that prompted the evaluation. The second appointment is a comprehensive 3–4 hour assessment session focused on the evaluation process itself.
Throughout the assessment, we’ll work with you to identify key individuals who play an important role in your or your child’s life and may provide valuable insight. Collaboration and the integration of information from multiple sources are a core component of our assessment approach. This helps us develop a thorough and well-rounded understanding of your or your child’s strengths, challenges, and needs.
If you are a parent or guardian of a child that is under 18 years old, we ask that you attend the first appointment alone so that the psychologist can gain relevant developmental history about your child. During the second appointment, you will also attend with your child so that you can complete psychological surveys about your child.
If you are an adult client, we invite you to bring a parent, relative, partner, or close friend with you to your second appointment so that they can participate in your assessment process by completing rating-scale surveys and doing a brief interview. If they aren’t able to attend, we can reach out to them after your appointment.
To help you fully understand your assessment results, we will schedule a feedback appointment approximately 2–4 weeks after your assessment. During this session, we will review the findings in detail, discuss any diagnoses that may be appropriate, and provide you with a comprehensive written report. We will also work with you to develop individualized recommendations and a plan moving forward, addressing relevant areas of functioning, including home, school or work, and therapeutic supports.
If you are interested in scheduling a Psychological or Neuropsychological assessment with the CPAC, please call (828) 412-3144 or send us a message.
