Our approach: Guiding your path to clarity and understanding.
We know that seeking a psychological assessment is a significant step. It’s a journey that often begins with questions, uncertainty, and a deep desire for answers for your child, your family, or yourself. As a practice dedicated to serving the Pasadena community, our approach is designed to meet you wherever you are, providing a process that is not only thorough but also deeply compassionate.
Our entire process is grounded in the ethical principles and best-practice guidelines established by the American Psychological Association (APA) and other leading professional organizations.
Our philosophy is simple: we provide the same level of expert care we would want for our own families. This means every interaction is guided by empathy, respect, and a genuine commitment to your well-being.
The journey we'll take together.
Your path to insight is a structured, supportive journey. Our assessments are guided by a "whole person" approach. We believe that to truly understand an individual, we must look beyond test scores. That's why we gather information from multiple sources: reviewing records, interviewing key people in your life, observing how you approach tasks, and administering targeted tests. This 360-degree view ensures our findings are not just accurate, but also deeply contextualized and meaningful.
We've refined this comprehensive process into four clear steps so you always know what to expect.
Step 1: The Initial Intake — Listening to Your Story
It all begins with a conversation, offered both in-person at our Pasadena office and online for your convenience. In this warm, in-depth intake session, we take the time to truly listen. Our goal is to understand your unique concerns, your history, and what you hope to achieve. This is a collaborative dialogue where we set clear goals for our work together.
Step 2: The Assessment — Gathering the Insights
Using gold-standard, evidence-based assessment tools, we conduct the evaluation in a calm and supportive environment at our office. We understand that testing can feel intimidating, so our highly trained clinicians are experts at creating a comfortable and encouraging atmosphere. We will move at a pace that feels right, ensuring the experience is positive and productive.
Step 3: The Feedback Session — Connecting the Dots
This is where the pieces come together. Held either in our office or virtually, we will sit down with you to discuss the results in clear, easy-to-understand language. We'll review our findings, explain the diagnosis (if any), and most importantly, explore your unique profile of strengths and challenges. This session is interactive, with plenty of time for your questions.
Step 4: The Report — Your Blueprint for the Future
You will receive a comprehensive, detailed report that synthesizes all our findings. This is more than just a document; it's a practical roadmap. It provides clear, actionable recommendations that you can share with schools, therapists, doctors, and other important members of your support system to help you move forward with confidence.
“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.”
— ARISTOTLE, PHILOSOPHER
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