Psychological Assessments

The Psychologists at Regional and Rural Mental Health Services are experienced in the field of Psychological Assessment. Our Psychologists take a holistic approach by getting to know your specific personal circumstances and situation. Combined with scientifically proven Psychological Assessment Measures, our psychologists fully investigate your psychological profile to provide you with valuable insight into your thoughts, behaviours and psychological well-being. Everybody experiences unhelpful thoughts and feelings from time to time. For some people these thoughts and feelings can start to negatively impact their day to day lives. A comprehensive Psychological Assessment performed by a qualified Psychologist is the first step to understanding the root causes of the way we feel, behave and think. If there are underlying mental health issues, a Psychological Assessment can help you obtain a useful diagnosis which is imperative when determining an effective course of treatment. If you have any questions regarding Psychological Assessments please feel free to contact us.

The Psychologists at Regional and Rural Mental Health Services can perform Psychometric Testing on both adults and children. Psychometric testing provides a standardized and objective way of measuring an individual’s behavioural and/or mental characteristics. Our Psychologists understand the science which underlies the Psychometric Tests they administer giving you peace of mind and ensuring that the correct tests are being utilized for your particular situation.

Psychometric Testing for Children

Psychometric testing can offer valuable insight into the way children learn and relate to their parents, teachers and peers. If your child is finding learning and/or socializing at school difficult, Psychometric Testing will enable you, as a parent, to better understand your child’s strengths and weaknesses in these areas. Strategies can then be formulated by our Psychologists which will help your child to improve both academically and socially. Our Psychologists often work closely with schools, advising teachers and support staff about ways to best help your child by building on their strengths.

Psychometric Testing for Adults

Our Psychology Practice offers a full range of Psychometric Testing services for adults. The testing carried out is tailored to your specific needs and is administered by our highly trained clinical staff. If you would like to learn more about the Psychometric Testing services available at Regional and Rural Mental Health Services please feel free to contact our friendly staff.

The Psychologists at Regional and Rural Mental Health Services are qualified to perform Cognitive Assessments for both adults and children. Cognitive Assessments should only be carried out by professionals specifically trained in the use of the specific testing materials. Likewise, scoring and interpreting the results obtained from the testing needs to be performed correctly if meaningful results are to be obtained.

Cognitive Assessments for Children

The testing process for children involves a series of different activities which are designed to identify a child’s specific learning style and shed light on their strengths and weaknesses. Cognitive Assessments are often carried out if a child is experiencing difficulties at school and helps parents and teachers by giving them useful insight into the way a child learns. The testing generates two types of results, an index and a general IQ score. Clinical observation is an important part of the testing process and gives Psychologists valuable insight into why the child is struggling, their anxiety levels, behaviour and ability to concentrate. Our psychologist’s will spend the first session with both the parent/care giver and child, gathering background information, including past reports and developmental history. The testing itself is administered by our Psychologists in either a single block of testing or spread out over the course of no more than a week, depending on the age and personality of the child. A fully detailed report can be requested for an additional fee. This report is a useful tool for helping teachers and learning support staff gain a deeper understanding of a child’s learning style and hence helps them achieve the best possible learning outcomes.

Cognitive Assessments for Adults

The testing process for adults involves a series of different tests and activities designed to measure cognitive functioning. Cognitive Assessments are carried out to determine a person’s strengths and weaknesses in areas such as problem solving, attention, learning and memory. Our Psychologist’s will spend the first session with you gathering background information and explaining the testing process and what can be expected. The testing is usually done in a single two hour block. Your Psychologist will administer the test and gain further insight through clinical observation. This observation is a vital part of the process which contributes to the accuracy of the testing results. A fully detailed report can be requested for an additional fee. If you have any questions regarding Cognitive Assessments or any of the other services offered by our clinic please feel free to contact our friendly and knowledgeable staff.