Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopment condition that affects how the brain regulates attention, impulse control, and activity level. ADHD exists along a spectrum and can present differently from person to person. For some, it is primarily experienced as difficulty sustaining focus; for others, it involves restlessness, impulsivity, or challenges with organization and follow-through.
ADHD can influence many areas of daily life, including work, school, relationships, and self-esteem. Individuals may feel overwhelmed by tasks that require planning or sustained effort, struggle with time management, or experience frustration when their intentions do not align with their outcomes. These behaviors often fluctuate depending on environment, demands, and emotional state. Over time, these challenges can contribute to stress, burnout, or a sense of underachievement—particularly when ADHD has gone unrecognized.
Psychological assessment helps distinguish ADHD from other concerns that can look similar, such as anxiety, depression, learning differences, or stress-related difficulties. A comprehensive evaluation provides clarity about how attention, executive functioning, and emotional factors interact, allowing for an accurate and meaningful understanding.

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Psychological testing looks at your specific areas of strengths and challenges, emotional patterns, and/or developmental differences. Each assessment is tailored to your unique concerns to support overall wellbeing and growth.
Comprehensive assessments that identify attention, focus, hyperactivity, and distraction patterns. We use clinical interviews, rating scales, and cognitive testing to clarify whether ADHD may be affecting daily life, and help you understand what supports will work best.
Full autism evaluations for children and adults, using gold-standard tools to explore social communication, sensory processing, and behavioral patterns. These assessments can clarify whether ASD criteria are met and suggest appropriate accommodations or supports.
The rate for all testing is $3500. I accept some insurance providers including Medicare, Optum, Aetna, Cigna and United. We would be happy to check what your in-network and out of network benefits include, and can offer superbills for those without insurance. Many times insurance companies use outside partner companies to facilitate their mental health services so it is always good to double check your benefits.
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Psychological testing is a process used to understand a person’s cognitive process, and how they function emotionally and behaviorally. It combines interviews, standardized subjective and objective assessments, and clinical observation to provide an in-depth picture of strengths, challenges, and overall wellbeing. The goal is clarity and understanding—not judgment or labels.
People seek testing for many reasons. Often people are seeking to understand why learning or attention feels difficult, or to gain clarity about mood, anxiety, or personality patterns that may affect relationships or daily life. Testing can confirm or rule out diagnoses, guide treatment planning, or simply provide meaningful insight into a person’s functioning.
The process begins with an intake interview to discuss your concerns, history, and goals. From there, you’ll complete a combination of subjective measures (such as questionnaires, rating scales, and self-report inventories) and objective measures (including standardized tasks, cognitive tests, or structured problem-solving activities) tailored to your needs. Once psychological testing/assessment is complete, all data is carefully interpreted. Together, we review the results, answer your questions, and outline next steps.
Yes. Every client receives a clear, detailed report summarizing the results, interpretations, and personalized recommendations. You can share your report or consult directly with your healthcare providers, therapist, or school team to ensure coordinated care and consistent support.
Sometimes testing confirms an existing diagnosis, and other times, it provides new or more nuanced insight. The goal isn’t to replace what’s already known but to refine and deepen understanding—so treatment, accommodations, or personal strategies are as accurate and effective as possible.
Most psychological assessments/testing can be done virtually. However, we currently have an office in Encino in preferred in person.
Yes, I accept some insurance providers including Medicare, Optum, Aetna, Cigna and United. We would be happy to check what your in-network and out of network benefits include, and can offer superbills for those without insurance. Many times insurance companies use outside partner companies to facilitate their mental health services so it is always good to double check your benefits.
Psychological assessments/testing are provided anywhere in California. They are offered virtually and in person.
Fees vary depending on the scope and purpose of the evaluation. Comprehensive assessments typically range between $800 and $4000 which includes the intake interview, testing sessions, scoring, report writing, and feedback meeting. A personalized estimate is provided after your initial consultation.
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