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Whether you're experiencing emotional difficulties, learning challenges, memory concerns, or changes in cognitive functioning, a comprehensive evaluation can provide clarity. At Synapse Solutions, we offer both psychological and neuropsychological assessments to help individuals of all ages better understand how they think, feel, and function in daily life.
What Are Neuropsychological and Psychological Evaluations?
Our evaluations are designed to assess cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning in-depth. Each assessment is tailored to the individual and includes a review of personal, developmental, and psychological history to ensure that results are meaningful and actionable.
Neuropsychological Evaluations examine how brain function impacts thinking, behavior, and emotions. These assessments explore memory, attention, language, visual-spatial abilities, and executive functioning. They are especially useful for identifying ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, acquired brain injuries, neurological conditions (such as epilepsy, stroke, or multiple sclerosis), and neurodegenerative diseases like dementia.
Psychological Evaluations focus on emotional functioning, personality traits, and complex mental health diagnoses. These assessments help clarify conditions such as bipolar disorder, trauma-related disorders (including PTSD and dissociative conditions), psychosis, personality disorders, and other concerns that may be difficult to diagnose through therapy alone.
While comprehensive, the process is designed with care and collaboration—often conducted over several sessions and reviewed by our licensed neuropsychologist.
Common Referral Questions We Help Answer:
Is this ADHD or something else?
Are memory concerns part of normal aging or something more serious?
How do emotional or psychological patterns impact daily functioning?
What learning supports or accommodations might be helpful?
Has a brain injury or illness affected cognitive performance?
How can this information guide treatment?
Who Might Benefit from a Neuropsychological Evaluation?
Children & Adolescents
When cognitive or learning concerns arise, such as difficulty with memory, attention, or processing information
Following a brain injury, neurological event, or serious medical illness
When prenatal complications or developmental concerns are impacting behavior or academic performance
To assess for ADHD when medication alone is not adequately addressing symptoms
When differential diagnosis is needed to clarify complex presentations
Adults
After a concussion, traumatic brain injury, or neurological illness
When experiencing memory problems, attention difficulties, or slowed thinking
To monitor the impact of chronic medical conditions like sleep apnea, diabetes, or cardiovascular disease
To differentiate between psychological and neurological causes of cognitive symptoms
When a neurological disorder (e.g., seizure disorder, MS, stroke) is suspected or diagnosed
Older Adults
For memory concerns, confusion, or behavioral changes
To evaluate cognitive functioning related to dementia or neurodegenerative conditions
When late-onset psychiatric symptoms occur (e.g., psychosis, mood shifts)
To identify cognitive strengths that may support functioning and independence
To establish a cognitive baseline for future comparison
Who Might Benefit from a Psychological Evaluation?
Children & Adolescents
When emotional or behavioral challenges impact functioning at home, school, or in social settings
To clarify complex mental health concerns and guide treatment planning
When prior interventions haven’t resulted in expected progress
To evaluate for mood, anxiety, trauma-related, or disruptive behavior disorders
For insight into personality traits or emotional development
Adults
When struggling with mood instability, chronic anxiety, trauma, or personality-related challenges
To differentiate between overlapping diagnoses (e.g., depression vs. PTSD vs. ADHD)
When therapy progress has stalled or current treatment is ineffective
To gain deeper insight into emotional patterns, relationship dynamics, and personality traits
As part of pre-treatment planning for certain therapies or psychiatric care
Older Adults
When emotional changes, such as apathy or irritability, arise in later life
To clarify mental health diagnoses and distinguish from cognitive decline
When psychiatric symptoms present for the first time in older adulthood
For support in identifying emotional or behavioral changes associated with grief, isolation, or life transitions
To inform treatment planning for depression, anxiety, or trauma in later life
Not Sure If an Evaluation is Right for You?
We understand this is a big step. Our team is here to help you determine whether an evaluation makes sense based on your goals or referral questions. If you’re unsure where to begin, contact us today—we’re happy to talk through your options.
Already Have a Referral or Ready to Move Forward?
If you've spoken with a provider or know you’d like to pursue an evaluation, you can start the process here:
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