Neuropsychological Testing & Psychological Assessments in Los Angeles, CA
There are many different types of psychological and neuropsychological tests and many reasons to seek out an assessment. Some of the most common reasons people seek out a Los Angeles Psychologist for psych evaluations include:
Cognitive Decline
Dementia
Learning Difficulties
Workers’ Compensation
Better Understanding of Mental Health
Brain Injury
Pre-surgical Psych Evaluations
These are just some of the many reasons that an individual might seek psychological or neuropsychological evaluation.
Breaking Down The Types of Assessments
Dr. Reger offers several different types of assessments in Los Angeles. Including Neuropsych evaluation for cognitive decline, psychological evaluation for workers’ compensation, psych evaluation for med-legal capacity, and pre-surgical assessments.
Neuropsychological Testing
A neuropsychological assessment generally includes a clinical interview followed by several measures (tests). All of which help determine how your brain functions. Dr. Reger offers comprehensive testing for memory/cognitive changes and general cognition. As well as learning difficulties, ADHD, and learning styles.
Neuropsychological assessment can be helpful for dementia testing. As well as if you have noticed changes in your brain function related to the following:
aging
illness
a stroke
menopause
traumatic brain injury
other medical events
It can give you information about a diagnosis, causes of the change, your brain’s strengths and vulnerabilities, and recommendations for the most effective ways to manage any changes you have experienced.
PSYCHOLOGICAL Evaluation
A psychological assessment can be helpful if you are seeking answers about mental health symptoms you are having. Additionally, it can help if you are seeking a deeper understanding of your personality. Mental health is complex, and symptoms often overlap or look different in different people. A diagnostic assessment can give you a better understanding of yourself, your personality, and your diagnosis. In addition to offering recommendations for the best treatments and other strategies to manage symptoms and improve your wellbeing.
Qualified medical evaluator (QME)
Dr. Reger is certified by the California state Division of Worker’s Compensation - Medical Unit to provide psychological and neuropsychological disability evaluations and write medical-legal reports. Dr. Reger is available for Agreed Medical Evaluations. As a Qualified Medical Evaluator, she has QME offices in several locations throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
Preparing for Neuropsychological Testing With Dr. Reger
When you see Dr. Reger for psychological testing, there are a few things you can do to be well-prepared.
1. Bring or submit your completed intake forms and any other questionnaires provided to you.
2. Make sure that you have or submit any medical or psychiatric records and previous testing results or reports. As well as a list of the medications you take.
What To Expect During Your Time With Dr. Reger For Neuropsychological Testing
Come prepared for several hours. Bring water, a snack, any medications you take during the day, and patience for testing. You can take breaks, and testing may be broken into two sessions if necessary. This is based on the length of the testing, your own energy, or time constraints.
Being well-rested & Relaxed Helps
It is important that you are well-rested, well-fed, and substance-free (apart from prescription meds). This helps your testing accurately reflect your normal functioning. Hunger, thirst, pain, the influence of drugs or alcohol, and fatigue can all impact your performance on testing. So make sure to take care of yourself and avoid taking anything that may alter your thinking or reaction time.
It can be hard but try to relax before and during the neuropsychological testing. A lot of people have anxiety about psych evaluations. But it is intended to help provide answers and recommendations that will improve your life. There is no strategy or “right” answer to this testing. The way to get the most from testing is to show up ready and give your best effort. So that the testing truly reflects you as you are, and meaningful recommendations can be provided to you.
Ready to Start Neuropsychological Testing in Los Angeles?
Whether you need a psych evaluation or neuropsychological testing for cognitive decline, pre-surgical clearance, learning abilities, workers’ compensation or something out Dr. Reger can help. Get the answers you have been looking for and start moving forward with recommendations to improve your life from a Los Angeles psychologist. Just follow these simple steps:
Schedule your psychological or neuropsychological assessment with an experienced psychologist
Get answers about your cognitive and mental health
Other Therapy & Assessment Services in Los Angles, CA
Dr. Reger offers more than just different types of neuropsychological assessments in Redondo Beach, CA, and in many locations in Southern California. She is a caring therapist who also offers individual therapy and counseling for older adults.