Psychological Testing for Children, Teens, and Adults

Psychological testing is a detailed, thoughtful evaluation process that uses interviews, standardized assessments, and feedback sessions to better understand a person’s thinking, learning, emotions, and behavior. We provide comprehensive psychological testing for individuals as young as 1 year old through adulthood in the Denver, Golden, and surrounding Colorado communities. These evaluations can highlight both strengths and areas where extra support may be helpful, clarify diagnoses, and offer personalized recommendations to help you or your child take the next steps toward growth, support, and success.

What is Psychological Testing?

Psychological testing is a way to learn more about how a person thinks, learns, remembers, and manages emotions and behavior. It involves structured activities, interviews, and questionnaires that gives us a detailed picture of abilities and challenges. 

Testing can be helpful for many people, including:

  • Students who are struggling in school or need accommodations
  • Individuals seeking clarity about a diagnosis or next steps in treatment.
  • Children with developmental concerns
  • Individuals who may have ADHD, autism, or a learning difference

The result can guide educational planning, support strategies, and treatment recommendations so you can move forward with confidence. 

Our Psychological Testing Services

We offer a range of evaluations tailored to each person’s unique needs. Every assessment is designed to answer questions, provide clarity, and guide next steps. 

Our services include:

Comprehensive Psychoeducational Evaluations

Assess learning differences, attention, and cognitive strengths and challenges

Autism
Evaluations

Starting at age 1, using evidence-based tools and observation

Diagnostic or Psychological Evaluations

Clarify mental health diagnoses and guide treatment

Developmental Evaluations for Young Children

Understand early development, strengths, and areas needing support

Comprehensive Psychoeducational Evaluation <span class(Ages 6–22)

Our psychoeducational evaluations take an in-depth look at how a student thinks, learns, and performs academically. These assessments can include both cognitive aptitude (commonly known as IQ) and academic achievement testing, as well as elements of neuropsychological testing to assess memory, processing speed, attention, and executive functioning. We use trusted tools such as the WPPSI, WISC, or WAIS for cognitive abilities, and the Woodcock-Johnson for academic skills.

This type of evaluation can help diagnose:

  • Learning disabilities
  • ADHD and attention concerns
  • Processing speed or memory difficulties
  • Other factors affecting school performance

In addition to testing, we gather input from parents, teachers, and school records, and interview the student to understand their experiences both in and out of the classroom. The results provide clear, actionable recommendations for school supports, accommodations, and strategies for success.

Autism Evaluations (Starting at 1 years old)

Our autism evaluations are designed to provide clarity, understanding, and next steps for individuals suspected of being on the autism spectrum. We use evidence-based tools such as the Autism Diagnostic Interview- Revised (ADI-R) and the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2), along with parent interviews, questionnaires, cognitive testing, and school or daycare observations to provide a full pictures of everyday experiences.

An autism evaluation can help:

  • Confirm or rule out diagnosis
  • Identify social, communication, and behavioral strengths and challenges
  • Guide recommendations for therapies, school supports, and home strategies

Our goal is to provide families with clear answers and a personalized plan to support growth. At ABD we will be able to also help with medications and therapy through our psychiatry services.

Diagnostic or Psychological Evaluations

Our diagnostic and psychological evaluations help clarify mental health concerns and guide treatment planning. These assessments are often used for older teens and adults who are beginning treatment, feeling stuck, or unsure about a diagnosis. 

The process typically includes clinical interviews, targeted surveys, personality assessments, and sometimes, feedback from family members or partners. In some cases, we incorporate neuropsychological testing to better understand how brain-based functions, such as attention, memory, and problem solving, may be affecting daily life. We may use tools such as ADHD checklists, the MMPI (personality and psychological functioning), or the Adult Self-Report to better understand mood, personality, attention, and behavior patterns.

These evaluations can help identify:

  • Mood disorders (such as depression or bipolar disorder)
  • Anxiety disorders
  • ADHD in teens and adults
  • Personality disorders
  • Complex or overlapping mental health concerns

Our goal is to provide clear answers, practical recommendations, and a direction for effective treatment.

Developmental Evaluations for Young Children (Ages 2–5)

Our developmental evaluations help parents understand how their young child is progressing in areas such as thinking skills, social interaction, and adaptive functioning. We use tools like the WPPSI for cognitive abilities, the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales for everyday skills, and play-based interviews to make the process comfortable and engaging for the child.

These evaluations can help identify:

  • Developmental delays
  • Autism spectrum disorder
  • Language or social challenges
  • Early signs of giftedness

When developmental concerns are present, we often collaborate with other professionals such as occupational therapists or speech-language pathologists to provide a complete picture. Our goal is to give families clear guidance and recommendations to support a child’s growth. 

Our Evaluation Process

The evaluation process begins with a brief phone call where we learn about your concerns, explain how testing works, and review next steps. From there, we meet with parents or caregivers to gather important background information and better understand goals for the assessment. Testing sessions with the client are scheduled over multiple days and typically in the morning to insure accurate results and to give us the chance to see the child or adult at their best. We also collect input from parents, teachers, other providers, and school or medical records to build a complete picture.

Once testing is complete, we meet with parents to discuss findings, impressions, and recommendations in a clear, collaborative way. We also offer a separate feedback session for the client, tailored to their age and needs, as well as a detailed written report with results and practical next steps. Follow-up support is available as needed, and we encourage families to stay in touch as they move forward with recommendations.

When to Consider Psychological Testing

Psychological testing can be helpful in many different situations. Families often seek an evaluation when a child or teen is struggling in school despite extra help, or when behavioral and emotional concerns are getting in the way at home, school, or with friends. Testing can clarify whether challenges are related to learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, or developmental delays, as well as help to identify very high or low intelligence to ensure a student is being appropriately placed in school. 

For teens and adults, psychological testing can provide answers when progress in therapy or with medications feels limited or unclear. In every case, the goal is to understand underlying causes and needs so we can provide clear guidance and recommendations for moving forward.

Benefits of Psychological Testing

Psychological testing can bring clarity during times of uncertainty. It helps identify both strengths and areas where extra support may be needed, leading to a deeper understanding of yourself or your child. This information guides families and providers with informed decisions about the best next steps, whether at school, in therapy, or with medical care.

Testing also strengthens communication between families, schools, and healthcare providers by offering a shared understanding of needs. Most importantly, it creates a roadmap for growth by highlighting abilities and providing personalized recommendations for success.

Cost of Psychological Testing

The cost of psychological testing varies depending on the type of evaluation and the age of the client. Generally, comprehensive evaluations range from $4,500-$6,000.

This typically includes all testing sessions, parent or caregiver interviews, any surveys or record reviews, a detailed written report, and feedback sessions for both the family and the client. For more specific pricing or questions about what is included, we encourage you to call our office to discuss your individual needs.

Testing FAQs

Testing usually takes place over multiple sessions spread across several days to ensure accurate results and to prevent fatigue. Sessions are typically 60–90 minutes each, depending on the type of evaluation and the age of the client. We schedule evaluations for families in Denver, Golden, and surrounding Colorado communities.
At this time, we do not accept insurance for psychological testing. Please call our office to discuss payment plan options.
Psychological testing can help clarify diagnoses, but it is just one part of understanding a child’s needs. The evaluation provides a detailed picture of strengths and challenges to guide recommendations for school, therapy, or other supports.
We generally do not recommend completing all testing in a single day, as it can be tiring and may affect accuracy. Spreading sessions over multiple days ensures a client can perform their best.
School evaluations often focus on academic accommodations and eligibility for services. Our evaluations are more comprehensive, combining cognitive, academic, developmental, and psychological assessments to provide a full picture of strengths, challenges, and recommendations.
We work with children as young as 1 year old, teens, young adults, and adults throughout the Denver metro area and surrounding communities. The type of evaluation and testing tools used are tailored to each age group.
We design sessions to be engaging and age-appropriate, with breaks and a pace that helps children feel comfortable and focused.
Families typically receive a detailed written report in a timely manner after all sessions and follow-up discussions, along with recommendations for next steps.
Yes. Reports are provided to families, who can share them with schools, therapists, or other providers without needing an additional release of information.
Yes. We encourage families to stay in touch and can provide follow-up guidance to help implement recommendations effectively. In addition, our psychiatric team is available to support ongoing care, including managing diagnoses and discussing treatment options if needed. Our psychologist may work with schools after the testing to advocate for the child and the results of the testing.

Next Steps

If you’re ready to learn about psychological testing, the first step is a brief phone consultation. During this call, we’ll discuss your concerns, explain the evaluation process, and answer any questions.

We proudly serve families in Denver, Golden, and the surrounding Colorado communities, and are here to provide guidance and support every step of the way.