Assessments

A standard psychological assessment conducted by a Registered Provisional Psychologist under the supervision of a Registered Psychologist can identify and/or diagnose issues impacting an individual’s condition, behavior, socioemotional functioning, and personality. A detailed assessment can offer realistic recommendations for employers, organizations, doctors, hospitals, other caregivers, lawyers, and workplaces.

A psychological assessment of any kind entails objectivity, the seeking of evidence from many sources, and the realization that many factors impact human functioning. These assessments are complex and labor intensive.

An Assessment process begins with an initial interview followed by the administration of the test instruments and lastly, summarizing the findings in a detailed report which is reviewed and finalized by the Registered Psychologist.  A feedback session is conducted during which the information is explained in detail and questions are answered.

A Comprehensive psychological assessments provide in-depth, integrated analyses of socioemotional processes, behavioral functioning, psychological abilities, personality traits and characteristics. investigation and understanding of associated as well as contributing factors through a comprehensive psychological assessment ensures a complete and extensive analysis, and facilitates access to extended supports in therapeutic, occupational, and personal contexts. 

The clinical component of a comprehensive assessment consists of an analysis of current socioemotional functioning and personality development. This part of the assessment provides diagnosis in addition to identifying and assessing mood discrepancies, sleep disturbances, experiences of trauma, sadness, excessive worry, dissociative experiences, difficulties with concentration and focus, repetitive behaviors, emotional dysregulation, low energy levels, fear, panic attacks, phobias, and social withdrawal.

At Insightful recovery, in addition to self-referring individuals, I also conduct assessments requested by Veteran Affairs Canada, Insurances and lawyers referred Motor vehicle accidents, long term Disability to name a few.  Professional recommendations and treatment plans are provided with the intention of enhancing self-understanding, increasing self-advocacy, and facilitating access to therapeutic supports.