Frequently Asked Questions
What is a clinical neuropsychologist?
A clinical neuropsychologist is educated and trained in the science of brain-behavior relationships, in the context of normal and abnormal functioning of the central nervous system.
What is a neuropsychological evaluation?
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It provides information about strengths and weaknesses across cognitive domains (e.g., attention, memory, language functioning).
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It assists with differential diagnosis.
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It provides recommendations for treatment & behavioral management.
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When to refer someone for a neuropsychological evaluation?
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To determine a person’s overall level of cognitive ability, and the extent to which it influences his/her behavior.
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To assess for cognitive changes over time.
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To assess recovery or effectiveness of medication/treatment.
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To plan for cognitive remediation strategies.
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To identify the presence of cognitive difficulties that warrant academic or work-related accommodations.
Can neuropsychological evaluation be completed in one session?
Yes. However, there are circumstances in which testing may require more than one session to complete (e.g., if you prefer to have frequent rest breaks throughout testing, if your referral question requires an extensive test battery to answer).
How long does a neuropsychological evaluation take?
Please allow 4-5 hours for your appointment for a neuropsychological evaluation, which consists of a clinical interview (approximately 60 minutes), rest breaks and testing. For most individuals, a standard test battery may be completed in approximately 3 hours, during which you may take 1-2 rest breaks of 10-15 minutes in duration. Each test battery is customized according to the referral question(s) and the individual's capacity. The duration of the evaluation may vary under certain circumstances (e.g., if you require additional rest breaks to facilitate maximal performance. Also, if you are seeking testing accommodations, your test battery would require more time to complete due to the specific documentation guidelines established by standardized testing boards).
When will my results become available?
Dr. Everett provides objective, evidence-based, legally defensible reports in 2-3 weeks from the date of your neuropsychological evaluation. Expedited services are available upon your request. You will receive a copy of your neuropsychological evaluation report, which will also be sent to your referring provider.
Dr. Everett reviews all results and treatment recommendations directly with you and is available to answer any follow-up questions or concerns.