Comprehensive psychological assessment and second opinions
A comprehensive evaluation of the questions that remain
You may have received different diagnoses from different professionals. You may suspect ADHD or autism but be unsure how those possibilities fit with anxiety, trauma, or other concerns. Or you and your clinician may be working hard without seeing the progress you expected.
Maxwell NewYork offers assessment and diagnostic consultation for adults whose concerns call for a closer examination of their history, symptoms, and everyday functioning.
Diagnostic clarification & second opinions
Dr. Maxwell considers existing diagnoses, prior evaluations, treatment history, and current concerns to examine which explanations are best supported by the available information.
The evaluation can address a specific question or a more complex presentation. Findings may support an existing diagnosis, suggest a revision, or identify areas where further information is needed.
Personality assessment
Recurring difficulties with emotions, identity, relationships, or behavior can influence several areas of life at once.
Personality assessment examines how these patterns developed, how they operate in daily life, and how they may affect treatment. Questions about personality disorders are considered when relevant to the referral.
Adult ADHD & autism assessment
Evaluations consider developmental history, current symptoms, functioning across settings, and other possible explanations for the concerns being assessed. Relevant records and information from someone familiar with your history may also contribute to the evaluation.
The purpose is to understand the pattern of difficulties and strengths, determine what the findings support, and identify useful next steps.
Cognitive & intellectual assessment
Selected evaluations examine intellectual abilities and cognitive strengths and difficulties when these questions are relevant to diagnosis or planning.
The required methods and suitability for remote testing are reviewed before scheduling. More specialized neuropsychological questions may require referral to another provider.
What the process includes
Clarify the purpose. Discuss the concerns, intended use of the findings, and whether an evaluation is appropriate.
Agree on the scope. Review the proposed methods, fees, expected timing, and feedback or reporting.
Gather information. Complete relevant interviews, measures, records review, and authorized collateral contacts.
Discuss findings. Review the conclusions, their limitations, and recommendations.
Comprehensive evaluations include a written report and a feedback appointment. Focused consultations may involve a different format, agreed upon before services begin.
Supporting your existing care
You can continue working with your current therapist or psychiatrist while seeking an assessment. With your authorization, Dr. Maxwell can share findings and discuss their implications with your treating professional.
If you need documentation for an accommodation, disability application, or another formal purpose, identify that purpose at the outset so the evaluation can address the relevant requirements.
