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We offer a range of psychological and neuropsychological evaluations to the greater Pittsburgh area. We specialize in gender- and neuro-affirming evaluations that prioritize understanding individual strengths and identifying areas for growth using a variety of assessment tools. Our goal is that each evaluation is a constructive step toward well-being and authentic living.
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Dr. Banda takes the time to understand your unique needs, crafting a comprehensive evaluation that addresses your questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of testing do you offer?
Dr. Banda specializes in neuro- and gender-affirming neuropsychological, psychological, and psychoeducational evaluations. Typical areas evaluated include cognitive ability, academic skills (e.g., reading, writing, math, spelling, etc.), memory, executive functioning, social development, emotional factors, and behavioral challenges. This includes evaluations for ADHD, autism, learning differences (e.g., dyslexia, dyscalculia), autism, anxiety, mood disorders (e.g., depression), and developmental delays.
What is a neuropsychological evaluation and what does it assess?
A neuropsychological evaluation helps understand how your brain works and can include a variety of assessments/measures. Areas assessed are based on the referral question and may include:
- Cognitive development (intelligence/IQ)
- Attention
- Learning and memory
- Executive functions
- Visual-Motor skills
- Academic achievement
- Language
- Social, emotional, and behavioral functioning
- Adaptive skills
What is a psychoeducational evaluation and what does it assess?
A psychoeducational evaluation is a comprehensive assessment of a student’s cognitive, academic, and socio-emotional functioning for the purposes of identifying learning differences. Psychoeducational evaluations can inform educational planning, assist in advocacy for academic accommodations, and help determine potential need for specialized instruction at school.
What is a psychological evaluation?
A psychological evaluation is a mental health assessment focused on understanding a person’s behavior, personality, social functioning, and other personal factors that influence daily living. It can help identify psychological factors that may be affecting a person’s ability to think, behave, or regulate emotions. Psychological evaluations can help identifying the severity of symptoms, identify the underlying causes of emotional challenges, and gain insight into an individual’s personality. They generally consist of clinical interviewing and questionnaires.
Do you do concussion or TBI evaluations?
We do not do testing for concussions, traumatic brain injuries, or chronic medical conditions.
What ages do you test?
Dr. Banda works with children from toddlerhood through young adults that are in college.
Do I need a referral to schedule an appointment?
You do not need to be formally referred by your primary care physician or other provider.
What does the testing process include?
- Completion of intake paperwork.
- 90-minute clinical intake/diagnostic interview.
- 1-2 days of 2-4 hours of testing.
- Completion of rating scales by the individual being testing and/or by caregivers.
- Feedback session to discuss results and recommendations.
What does the testing day look like?
- Testing is scheduled for 4 hours from 9:00am to 1:00pm, with the possibility of finishing sooner. This allows enough time for children that may need more time to adjust, need to take frequent breaks, etc.
- Parents of children remain in the waiting room while their child is being tested, unless we plan otherwise for clinical reasons.
- For children under the age of 5, parents join the testing session for part, if not all, of the testing session.
Will my insurance cover this?
Dr. Banda is not paneled through any insurance programs in order to ensure you get a comprehensive and individualized evaluation without the restrictions placed by insurance companies. Once the evaluation is complete, we provide the documentation necessary for you to request reimbursement from your respective insurance provider.
How do I schedule testing?
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