Psychological Evaluation: A Pathway to Understanding and Support

A psychological evaluation is a comprehensive assessment process used to understand how a person thinks, feels, learns, and behaves. It involves a series of standardized tests, interviews, and observations conducted by a licensed psychologist to gather information about emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and developmental functioning. Evaluations provide valuable insights that can lead to accurate diagnoses, tailored recommendations, and effective support plans across the lifespan.

Who Can Benefit from a Psychological Evaluation?

  • Young children (for developmental concerns or school readiness)

  • School-aged children and teens (for learning, behavior, or emotional issues)

  • College students and adults (for mood, attention, or career-related challenges)

  • Older adults (for memory, cognitive decline, or emotional health)

What a Psychological Evaluation Can Provide:

✅ Clarification of Diagnosis

Helps identify or rule out conditions such as:

  • ADHD

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Anxiety or Depression

  • Learning Disabilities (e.g., dyslexia, dyscalculia)

  • Intellectual Disabilities

  • Mood or Thought Disorders

  • Memory or Cognitive Decline

✅ Individualized Recommendations

  • School or workplace accommodations (e.g., IEP, 504 Plan)

  • Mental health treatment (e.g., therapy, medication referrals)

  • Behavior strategies and parenting support

  • Vocational or college planning

  • Tools for improving self-regulation and daily functioning

✅ Increased Self-Awareness and Empowerment

  • Helps individuals and families better understand how the brain works

  • Validates experiences and provides a foundation for self-advocacy

  • Guides decisions related to education, work, relationships, and mental health care

✅ Deeper Understanding of Strengths and Challenges

  • Cognitive abilities (IQ, processing speed, problem-solving)

  • Academic skills (reading, writing, math)

  • Executive functioning (attention, organization, planning)

  • Emotional and behavioral functioning

  • Social and communication skills

Benefits Across Age Groups

    • Early detection of developmental or learning delays

    • Helps guide classroom support, therapies, and parenting strategies

    • Reduces frustration by identifying why certain challenges are happening

    • Clarifies attention, emotional, or learning issues during critical academic years

    • Supports transitions to high school, college, or work with appropriate accommodations

    • Promotes resilience, self-awareness, and effective coping

    • Identifies long-standing or emerging concerns (e.g., undiagnosed ADHD, anxiety)

    • Offers guidance for workplace accommodations, therapy, or life planning

    • Supports personal growth and mental well-being

    • Screens for cognitive changes, dementia, or memory concerns

    • Helps plan for aging support and maintain independence

A psychological evaluation is a powerful tool for gaining clarity, direction, and support. Whether you’re a parent seeking answers for your child, a student struggling in school, or an adult navigating emotional or cognitive challenges, an evaluation can open doors to greater understanding, effective interventions, and long-term success.

Evaluations Team

  • Dr. Christine Breuer, PhD

    President & Licensed Psychologist

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  • Adriana Perez

    Doctoral Tech

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  • Jesse Bracamontes

    Doctoral Tech

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  • Alicia Canales

    Doctoral Tech

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  • Angela Canez

    Doctoral Tech

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