Testing and Evaluation Therapists in 93710
Amy J Balmanno
Licensed Educational Psychologist, MS, NCSP, LEP3747
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93710
Accepting New Referrals. Do you have concerns about your child's learning or behavior? Are you worried that they may have a learning or developmental disability and need special services or accommodations through school? Do you wonder if they would they benefit from educational counseling to improve school functioning? Do you have/are you a student involved in sports and are interested in obtaining a neuropsychological baseline prior to the season starting? Are you an adult student needing testing for accommodations at your college/university? If you answer yes to any of these questions, I can help you find solutions.
Accepting New Referrals. Do you have concerns about your child's learning or behavior? Are you worried that they may have a learning or developmental disability and need special services or accommodations through school? Do you wonder if they would they benefit from educational counseling to improve school functioning? Do you have/are you a student involved in sports and are interested in obtaining a neuropsychological baseline prior to the season starting? Are you an adult student needing testing for accommodations at your college/university? If you answer yes to any of these questions, I can help you find solutions.
Family Therapy,
Adults, Individual Therapy, Multiple Issues,
Family Stress Management,
Marriage Counseling, Couples,
Pre-school, Children thru Adolescent Counseling,ADHD screening/testing,
Learning Disability, Gay-Lesbina issues, Testing,Alzheimer's, Dementia Treatment Certification,Care Giver Family Therapy,
Parenting Difficult Behaviors,
Asperger Syndrome,
Psychological-Educational Testing, Learning Disability Consultation, Family Law Referrals, Divorce Mediation, Depression, Anxiety, Mood Issues, Chart Review, Second Opinion,
Care Management, Continuing Education Provider for MFT's, LCW's PCE 4056
Psychotherapy,
Assessment, Diagnostics,
Coordination of Care
Family Therapy,
Adults, Individual Therapy, Multiple Issues,
Family Stress Management,
Marriage Counseling, Couples,
Pre-school, Children thru Adolescent Counseling,ADHD screening/testing,
Learning Disability, Gay-Lesbina issues, Testing,Alzheimer's, Dementia Treatment Certification,Care Giver Family Therapy,
Parenting Difficult Behaviors,
Asperger Syndrome,
Psychological-Educational Testing, Learning Disability Consultation, Family Law Referrals, Divorce Mediation, Depression, Anxiety, Mood Issues, Chart Review, Second Opinion,
Care Management, Continuing Education Provider for MFT's, LCW's PCE 4056
Psychotherapy,
Assessment, Diagnostics,
Coordination of Care
I have been in practice over 20 years and I enjoy working with families and particularly children that have suffered trauma or are struggling with issues from divorce, school issues, social issues and more. I also work with adults suffering from anxiety, depression due to issues like divorce, parenting, co-parenting, caretaking, etc.
I have been in practice over 20 years and I enjoy working with families and particularly children that have suffered trauma or are struggling with issues from divorce, school issues, social issues and more. I also work with adults suffering from anxiety, depression due to issues like divorce, parenting, co-parenting, caretaking, etc.
As licensed psychologists Dr. Cerda and Dr. Sniffin combine 30 years of clinical experience working with diverse populations and clinical issues. With our team of mental health providers and support staff, it is our mission to provide excellent and ethical psychological services to our community. We can work together to help you understand and resolve challenges in your life, increase self-esteem, confidence and competence while developing healthy coping skills in a therapeutic and confidential setting.
As licensed psychologists Dr. Cerda and Dr. Sniffin combine 30 years of clinical experience working with diverse populations and clinical issues. With our team of mental health providers and support staff, it is our mission to provide excellent and ethical psychological services to our community. We can work together to help you understand and resolve challenges in your life, increase self-esteem, confidence and competence while developing healthy coping skills in a therapeutic and confidential setting.
Balance in body, mind, and spirit are central to wellness and happiness. In addition I believe that humor and compassion can help you reach your full potential and specialized goals. I can help you with enhancing performance at work/sports/school, feelings of depression such as lack of energy and worrying, especially at night. I can help with motivation and time management, relationships, sexuality and couples issues. Fresno and Clovis first and only AASECT Certified Sex Therapist.
Balance in body, mind, and spirit are central to wellness and happiness. In addition I believe that humor and compassion can help you reach your full potential and specialized goals. I can help you with enhancing performance at work/sports/school, feelings of depression such as lack of energy and worrying, especially at night. I can help with motivation and time management, relationships, sexuality and couples issues. Fresno and Clovis first and only AASECT Certified Sex Therapist.
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Testing and Evaluation Therapists
What is a psychological evaluation?
A psychological evaluation is a test or assessment most commonly administered by a trained psychologist that is intended to be used in the diagnosis of specific psychological conditions, such as ADHD, mood disorders, personality disorders, dementia or Alzheimer's, and learning disabilities. Psychological evaluations can help inform future treatment decisions and help direct clients to professionals and resources that may be most helpful, such as potential therapy options or additional school supports.
Can psychological evaluations be done on individuals of any age group?
Psychological evaluations are conducted on individuals of all ages and can be beneficial to individuals across the lifespan. However, specific types of evaluations may be most frequently conducted on individuals of certain age groups. For instance, ADHD or learning disability testing is often conducted in children ages 4-12--the period of time when ADHD symptoms most commonly emerge. In contrast, cognitive functioning assessments, such as those conducted to diagnose dementia, are most commonly conducted in elderly individuals. Clients should ensure that the psychologist they are seeing has specific expertise in conducting evaluations in their age group to ensure they receive a correct diagnosis.
How long does a psychological evaluation take?
Psychological evaluations vary in length depending on the test being administered and the goals of the evaluation; however, most evaluations are 2-4 hours in length. Some evaluations may take as long as 8 hours but can often be spread across multiple days. In some cases, clients will also attend an intake session or interview, which can help the psychologist assess client functioning outside of the testing environment.
How should I prepare for a psychological test and evaluation?
Individuals do not need to prepare for psychological tests or evaluations in most cases, as they are intended to measure a client's baseline psychological status without test-specific preparation. However, clients may want to brainstorm a list of questions for their psychologist about any tests they are receiving prior to the assessment, including what potential outcomes may mean for what next steps the client should take.