Comprehensive Psychological Assessment
Our approach to psychological testing is thorough and holistic. We assess multiple areas of functioning, including learning style, cognitive abilities, executive functioning, attentional challenges, and emotional & behavioral disturbances. Our experts gather information from relevant outside sources (teachers, family members, healthcare providers) to integrate with psychological data as part of a comprehensive process to understand an individual's functioning in various contexts.
At the end of the evaluation, our experts will provide you with a full report, which will include diagnoses, as well as services and/or accommodations at school or work, and guide future treatment to improve mental health symptoms.
“We aim to make the assessment process a positive step toward self-understanding, advocacy, and thriving in your own way."
Meet our Psychological Assessment Testing staff
Dr. Sam Cares
Lead Clinical Psychologist
PhD | LP
Seeking psychological assessment is a very personal experience. My goal is to make the process accessible, collaborative, and meaningful—helping clients understand themselves in a way that supports change, relief, and growth. Whether we’re identifying the roots of long-standing challenges or fine-tuning a treatment plan, I approach each evaluation with curiosity, respect, and a focus on practical outcomes. My work has centered on understanding and treating eating disorders, OCD, and related anxiety conditions, as well as the places they intersect. I also provide assessment for diagnostic clarification, ADHD, learning concerns, autism, and personality functioning. Across all cases, I aim to balance data-driven precision with human connection, because good assessment is as much about understanding the person as interpreting the numbers. I value family, rationality, simplicity, growth, and humor—principles that guide both my clinical work and my life outside of it. My approach is thoughtful but down-to-earth; structured yet flexible; evidence-based and human.
[ Family ~ Rationality ~ Simplicity ~ Growth ~ Humor ]
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Dr. Johanna Wood
Clinical Psychologist
PhD | LP
Walking through a psychological assessment is a vulnerable experience. As a clinical psychologist, I am committed to creating a space where clients feel comfortable, safe, and supported throughout the therapeutic process. At the same time, clients don't just come for an assessment to feel heard, it is also about seeking answers. I have always enjoyed solving puzzles and am motivated to find a satisfying answer or solution. In the same way I seek to find a satisfying answer for my clients so that they can come away from assessment with direction, guidance and hope. Psychological assessment can be used for diagnostic clarification. This can include assessment for ADHD, intellectual disability, learning disorders, and personality disorders. During the testing process, I strive to balance the need to find answers with compassion, curiosity, and respect for your lived experience. Information is power. Understanding the full picture of your strengths, challenges, and the contexts that shape them, can be empowering! Outside of work, I enjoy listening to audiobooks, cuddling my sweet red Labrador, and playing board games with friends.
[ Empiricism ~ Compassion ~ Understanding ~ Justice ~ Learning ]
Supportive, Personalized Psychological Evaluations at DRWR&A
At DRWR&A, we provide thoughtful, in-depth psychological evaluations for individuals ages 6 and up. Our process is collaborative, respectful, and grounded in understanding each person’s unique ways of thinking, learning, and experiencing the world. We specialize in comprehensive evaluations that consider overlapping and co-occurring concerns (e.g., ADHD, autism, learning differences, and emotional challenges), allowing for a more accurate and meaningful understanding. We focus not just on diagnosis, but on meaningful insights and practical recommendations.
Our Approach
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Standardized psychological measures selected based on individual needs
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Behavioral observations in a supportive, structured environment
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Input from caregivers, teachers, and other providers when relevant
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Integration of cognitive, academic, emotional, and behavioral data
What We Evaluate
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How you are your child learns and processes information
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Cognitive strengths and weaknesses
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Attention, organization, and executive functioning
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Emotional functioning, behavior, and regulation
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Social communication and sensory experiences
What You Will Receive
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A comprehensive written report with clear diagnostic impressions
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Individualized, practical recommendations for home, school, and/or work
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A collaborative feedback session to review results and answer questions
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Guidance on next steps, including supports, accommodations, or treatment
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by differences in attention, impulse control, and activity level. These differences can sometimes resemble other concerns, such as learning challenges, autism, or emotional distress. Evaluations that focus only on ADHD can lead to incomplete or inaccurate conclusions. Our approach examines the full picture of a person’s functioning—including cognitive, academic, and emotional factors—to support an accurate and meaningful diagnosis.
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism is a natural variation in neurodevelopment, often involving differences in social communication, behavior, and sensory processing. Autism can present in many ways, and these differences are not always immediately visible. Our evaluations are individualized and comprehensive, designed to understand how autism-related traits show up across settings and over time. The goal is a thoughtful, accurate understanding that reflects the whole person and supports meaningful next steps.
Learning Disorders & Dylsexia
Specific Learning Disorders, including dyslexia, are neurodevelopmental differences that affect how individuals learn skills such as reading, writing, and mathematics. When these differences go unrecognized, students may struggle academically and experience frustration or reduced confidence. Our evaluations identify both areas of difficulty and areas of strength, helping to clarify how an individual learns best and what supports or interventions may promote academic success.
Mood & Behavioral Concerns
Emotional and behavioral concerns—including anxiety, depression, and difficulties with regulation—can meaningfully affect daily functioning at home, school, and in relationships. A comprehensive evaluation helps clarify the nature of these concerns, how they developed, and how they are currently impacting functioning. This understanding allows for targeted, evidence-based recommendations that support both the individual and their family.
“I believe each human deserves a chance to authentically live the life they desire, and I consider it an honor to witness to an individual's journey.”
- Dr. Robyn Welk-Richards
CEO | FOUNDER | PhD
