CONSENT FOR PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING ASSESSMENT
Please read this document carefully as your initials/signature will represent an agreement between you and Willow Medical & Wellness.
The Appointment: Please allow 4-6 hours with a one hour lunch break on the appointment day. You are welcome to bring water and/or snacks. You can take breaks as needed during the testing process (in addition to the lunch break)
The Morning Session: 9:00am-12:00pm
The appointment starts with a meeting with Dr. Richardson to talk about what led you to seek this assessment, and how you hope it will be helpful. She will also ask you some questions about your medical, psychological, and social history. You are welcome to have a family member, significant other or referring medical provider present during this part of the assessment to help provide information and to offer support.
The second part of the appointment is participation in specific activities to examine your mental and emotional experiences. During this part of the assessment, others may not be present. Dr. Richardson will introduce various activities and standardized tests. You do not need to study ahead for this. You cannot fail the activities or testing. All you need to do is give your best effort. The goal is for the assessment outcome to reflect your life experiences and functioning on a daily basis.
Lunch Break: 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Please utilize this time to rest, nourish, and relax to allow for a physical and mental break from testing day.
The Afternoon Session: 1:00pm -3:00pm
The final part of the appointment will be used to complete any remaining assessment
The Feedback Session: 60 min (2 weeks after first appointment)
After the assessment, you will have a 2-week follow-up appointment with Dr. Richardson to review the results. Please feel free to invite your family member, significant other and/or referring medical provider to this appointment. Dr. Richardson will discuss the patterns identified during the assessment, information regarding any DSM-V-TR/ICD-10 diagnosis, and provide recommendations about how this information can be used to improve your quality of life. You will receive a written report regarding the assessment.