Comprehensive psychological testing and assessment for Highland Park, CA.

Seeking clarity for complex emotional or behavioral challenges?

 

Sometimes, the challenges you or your loved one face are complex and don't fit into a neat box. You might be struggling with persistent mood swings, difficult behaviors, relationship problems, or a general sense of unease, and previous efforts haven't provided the clarity you need.

At Huntington Psychological Services, we provide comprehensive psychological assessments for children, adolescents, and adults from the Highland Park community. From our office just a short drive away in Pasadena, our goal is to go beyond surface-level symptoms to deliver a deep, holistic understanding of personality, emotional functioning, and interpersonal patterns, providing a clear roadmap to guide effective treatment.

Is this you or your child?

 

Common reasons to seek a psychological evaluation for adults:

  • Struggling with persistent and overwhelming emotions (anxiety, depression, anger).

  • Experiencing ongoing difficulties in relationships, work, or social settings.

  • Seeking to clarify a confusing diagnostic picture or previous diagnoses.

  • Feeling a persistent sense of emptiness, dissatisfaction, or lack of identity.

  • Wanting to gain a deeper self-understanding to make therapy more effective.

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Common reasons to seek a psychological evaluation for children & teens:

  • Exhibiting significant behavioral outbursts, defiance, or rule-breaking.

  • Sudden and unexplained drops in school performance.

  • Struggling with intense anxiety, sadness, irritability, or social withdrawal.

  • Concerns about the impact of past trauma.

  • When symptoms are complex and may involve overlapping issues like ADHD, anxiety, and depression.

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Our psychological evaluation approach:

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    Clinical interview

    A detailed conversation to understand your personal history, current struggles, and the specific questions you want the evaluation to answer.

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    Personality assessment

    Using comprehensive, well-researched objective (e.g., PAI, MCMI-IV) measures to explore personality structure, coping mechanisms, emotional patterns, and underlying conflicts.

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    Cognitive testing

    Assessing intellectual functioning (IQ) to understand your profile of cognitive strengths and weaknesses, which provides context for your emotional and behavioral functioning.

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    Standardized rating scales

    Gathering specific emotional and behavioral data from multiple perspectives (e.g., self, parent, teacher) on symptoms related to mood, anxiety, trauma, and other concerns.

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    Review of records

    We examine relevant medical records, school reports, and previous evaluations to get a complete picture.

The benefits of a clear picture.

  • Diagnostic clarity:

    Get a precise and reliable diagnosis when symptoms are complex, confusing, or intertwined with multiple conditions.

  • Targeted treatment recommendations:

    Move beyond generic therapy. Your results provide a detailed roadmap for you and your treatment providers, outlining the most effective therapeutic strategies for your specific needs.

  • Deeper self-understanding:

    Gain profound insight into your personality, your emotional world, and how you relate to others—a powerful catalyst for personal growth.

  • Answer long-standing questions:

    Finally understand the "why" behind persistent patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that have held you back.

  • Empowerment:

    Move from confusion and feeling stuck to clarity and empowerment, with a clear, actionable plan for moving forward.

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Our psychological assessment process.

  • A no-obligation phone call with our team to discuss your concerns, answer your questions, and determine if an evaluation is the right next step.

  • We'll meet (in-person or online) to gather a comprehensive history and clarify the key questions for the assessment.

  • This involves an in-person session at our Pasadena office where we conduct the interviews and assessments in a quiet, comfortable environment.

  • Our expert clinicians integrate and analyze all the data, preparing a comprehensive report that explains the findings in clear, easy-to-understand language.

  • We meet with you (in-person or online) to review the results of the evaluation, discuss the diagnosis, and walk you through the personalized recommendations. You'll receive a copy of the report two weeks later and a clear plan for moving forward.

FAQs

  • We provide comprehensive psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults.

  • The cost depends on the complexity of the case and the specific tests required. We are transparent about our fees and will discuss the estimated cost during your free consultation. We also offer a unique, complimentary service: we will file all out-of-network claims to your insurance on your behalf for potential reimbursement.

  • Therapy is an ongoing treatment process focused on growth and change. A psychological evaluation is a time-limited assessment process designed to answer specific diagnostic questions and provide a detailed roadmap for effective therapy. It’s like getting a detailed map and blueprint before starting a major construction project.

  • From the initial consultation to the final feedback session, the process typically takes 6 weeks plus an additional 2 weeks for the report.

Why choose us?

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    Expertise and experience

    Our evaluations are led by experienced clinicians with specialized training in personality assessment, diagnostic clarification, and neuropsychology. We have expertise in untangling complex clinical presentations.

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    A comprehensive, not cursory, approach

    We provide a deep, holistic analysis of your functioning. Our "gold-standard" process looks beyond surface-level symptoms to understand the underlying dynamics driving your challenges.

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    Clear, actionable recommendations

    A diagnosis is only useful if you know what to do with it. You will receive a detailed, easy-to-understand report with a personalized roadmap of strategies and treatment recommendations.

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    A compassionate & local partner

    As a dedicated Pasadena practice, we are deeply invested in our community. We provide a warm, non-judgmental environment where you and your child will feel heard, understood, and supported from the very first call.

“The confidence and peace of mind this process gave us is priceless. I can't say enough good things about their work and absolutely recommend them.”

— JESSICA P, PARENT

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Your next step starts here.

You don't have to navigate these complex questions alone. A comprehensive evaluation is the key to gaining clarity and finding direction. As a leading psychological practice serving Highland Park, Huntington Psychological Services is here to provide the answers you need.

Contact us today to schedule your free, no-obligation 15-minute consultation.