Neuropsychological Assessments
Understanding the integration of psychological, biological, social, & cognitive health.
A neuropsychological assessment helps you understand how your brain is working and how that shows up in daily life. It looks at skills like memory, attention, and problem-solving to identify strengths, challenges, and what may be contributing (e.g., concussion, brain injury, neurological or mental health conditions, learning differences, or factors like sleep and fatigue). It can clarify why you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or underperforming, distinguish between possible causes, and track changes over time. Results can be used for diagnosis, return-to-work or school planning, disability documentation, and practical strategies to support everyday functioning.
Among the many possible reasons one might value having a neuropsychological assessment, some common reasons include:
Understanding cognitive functioning across domains (e.g., memory, attention, language, problem-solving) and how this impacts everyday life
Examining the cognitive effects of neurological conditions such as concussion, brain injury, stroke, epilepsy, or other medical concerns
Identifying changes in thinking, behaviour, or personality and monitoring recovery or progression over time
Understanding how fatigue, pain, sleep, trauma, or medical conditions may be influencing cognitive performance
Differentiating between neurological, psychological, and medical factors that may be contributing to current difficulties
Supporting planning for major life transitions or return to work, school, or daily activities following illness or injury
Offering recommendations to support day-to-day functioning, independence, and quality of life
Providing practical strategies to manage everyday cognitive demands more effectively
What to expect during your testing
Step 1: Clinical Consultation
20 minute discussion about your challenges, history & experiences via phone.
Approximately 20 minutes.
Step 2: Diagnostic DSM-5 Criteria Review
Assessment of symptoms across multiple life areas, ruling out other conditions.
Step 3: Evidence-Based Testing
Comprehensive questionnaires measuring symptoms Autism or ADHD.
Step 4: Results & Treatment Plan
Assessment of symptoms across multiple life areas, ruling out other conditions.