Psychological assessment involves the evaluation of mental, emotional, and behavioural health by a Registered Psychologist.

They typically involve a structured interview, as well as the use of other tools, such as psychometric testing, to gather information regarding underlying factors influencing presenting issues & challenges.

Psychological assessments can be used to make mental health & behavioural diagnosis, as well as formulate treatment planning to ensure appropriate and effective care.

Psychological assessments are voluntary & may be prompted by curiosity around a specific concern, or a desire to understand yourself in a deeper way. They may also be applicable when mental health, emotional, or behavioural concerns are impeding on your everyday functioning & quality of life.

Alternatively, psychological assessments may be recommended to you by someone else. For example, you may be encouraged to complete a psychological assessment to determine certain conditions (e.g. job related injury) in order to access resources and support in the workplace.

Additionally, psychological assessments can be particularly helpful when you have tried treatment in the past & have had little success. This could be because the type of treatment you tried, was not effective for what it is that’s really going on with you! Psychological assessments can provide clarity around what treatment would be best suited and most effective for you, based on the results!

No, psychologists do not make medication recommendations or prescribe psychiatric medication as a part of treatment.

Yes, psychological assessments are coverage by benefits.

You will need to check out your benefit plan + connect with your insurance provider to confirm that your plan does cover psychological assessments & to inquire around how much coverage you are provided.