There are many types of assessments using many different tests. I am experienced and qualified to conduct these types of assessments:
- Parenting Capacity
- Cognitive Capacity (intellectual, memory, problem-solving, attention/concentration, learning capacity)
- Personality
- Offender Risk
- Foster Carer Assessments
I began my career in Psychiatric Services Qld and had the opportunity to train in the Halstead-Reitan neuropsychological test battery. This sparked a keen interest in using standardized tools to help understand various aspects of people’s cognitive functioning.
Reporting the results of the test is a vital part of the process. I pay particular attention to putting technical information in everyday terms. My reports are easy to read and understand. I also provide practical recommendations relating to the reason for the assessment.
The testing process includes:
- Interview with the person being tested
- Interviews with other relevant people to gather further information
- Reading of any background material
- Administering the actual assessment tool or tools
- Writing the report
- A follow up phone call to discuss the results if desired.
Some assessments involve several tests and can take 4 or 5 hours to complete. Regular rest breaks are included.
