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Assessments
Comprehensive Psychological Evaluations
Psychological Assessments in Denver and Carbondale, CO
Psychological assessments at Riverbed Psychology are designed to help individuals better understand concerns related to attention, learning, thinking, memory, and emotional or behavioral functioning. Our assessment process is collaborative and focused on answering specific referral questions that support clinical care, educational or occupational planning, and social functioning. Our experienced clinicians are committed to providing thorough psychological evaluations to address the various needs described below.
*All testing is available in-person or virtually across 43 states through PsyPact licensure. See the PsyPact map here to see if your state qualifies: https://psypact.gov/page/psypactmap
Developmental Assessment
Some people have always experienced the world a little differently, whether that means struggling to stay focused, finding social situations hard to read, learning in ways that do not fit standard instruction, or feeling like their brain runs on a slightly different program than others. Neurodevelopmental evaluations can help explain those differences, identify what drives them, and point toward the kinds of supports that actually fit.
Academic Assessment
Learning doesn’t look the same for everyone. Testing can help identify strengths and challenges related to reading, writing, math, studying, or test-taking. These evaluations are often useful for understanding learning differences and supporting educational planning or accommodations.
Cognitive and Memory Evaluations
These assessments can bring insight to changes in memory, thinking speed, problem-solving, or mental clarity. Cognitive testing can help clarify patterns of thinking and mental organization, especially when there are concerns about cognitive decline, aging-related changes, or feeling mentally “off” compared to the past.
Emotional and Mental Health Assessments
When anxiety, mood changes, stress, or emotional regulation difficulties start to interfere with daily life, psychological testing can help shed light on how and what may be affecting you. These evaluations support diagnostic understanding and treatment planning by looking at emotional patterns and emotion regulation alongside thinking and behavior.
Adaptive and Daily Functioning Evaluations
Some evaluations focus less on diagnosis and more on documenting how a person manages the practical demands of daily life. These assessments are often used to qualify for state or disability services, and they are straightforward and quick, typically taking less than an hour-and-a-half to complete.
*Note: we do not contract with Medicaid.