Psychological Testing

Psychological testing is a structured way of gathering information about how someone thinks, feels, learns, and behaves. Testing can help clarify or diagnose conditions such as:

• Anxiety & Depression
• Trauma or PTSD
• Bipolar Disorder
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Personality Patterns/Disorders or Complex Emotional Struggles

Unlike therapy, which focuses on treatment and growth, testing focuses on assessment and clarity. The insights from psychological testing give our providers a clear roadmap for treatment and support.

In addition to diagnostic evaluations, we also provide targeted psychological assessments required for various life circumstances and needs for adults. These evaluations are concise, focused, and designed to meet specific requirements.

• Spinal Cord Stimulator Evaluations: Before implantation, many pain management programs and insurance providers require a psychological evaluation. This ensures patients are emotionally and cognitively prepared for the procedure and can engage effectively in post-surgical care.
• Psychological Evaluations for Aviation Students: Required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and aviation training programs, these assessments determine whether a student is psychologically fit to handle the demands and safety responsibilities of flight training.
• Pre-Adoption Evaluations: Often requested by adoption agencies and courts, these assessments provide documentation that prospective adoptive parents are emotionally prepared and stable to provide a safe, supportive environment for a child.

All evaluations are accurate, timely, and clearly documented to satisfy the rigorous standards set by organizations like the FAA, medical review boards, and local court systems.

We use a combination of standardized tools and professional expertise to create a complete picture of each person’s strengths, challenges, and needs. No single test can answer every question, which is why our providers carefully select methods that best fit your age, concerns, and goals.

A conversation is often the starting point. In these interviews, your provider asks about your history, symptoms, and goals. For children and teens, we also meet with parents or caregivers, and sometimes teachers, because their perspective helps us understand how concerns show up at home, in school, and in daily life.

These are structured activities that measure how you think and process information. They may test memory, attention, problem-solving, or processing speed. These tasks give objective data that go beyond self-description.

These tools provide precise, standardized data on specific areas like attention, reaction time, or emotional functioning. They are especially useful for capturing details that are hard to measure in conversation alone.

These are structured forms completed by you and, when appropriate, by parents, caregivers, or other people who know you well. They help us see how concerns appear across different settings, at home, at school, at work, or in relationships.

In addition to outside perspectives, your own voice matters. Self-report questionnaires allow you to describe your symptoms, feelings, and experiences in your own words. These insights are compared with other test results to create a balanced view.

During testing, our provider notes how you approach tasks, handle frustration, stay focused, or interact. These observations add depth and context, ensuring results are not just numbers but a reflection of your real behavior.

We balance the convenience with the accuracy that high-quality testing requires.

We are deeply committed to diagnostic accuracy, which means the core testing components of your evaluation are conducted in-person at our Orem or Spanish Fork office. However, we also understand the need for convenience and use a convenient hybrid model to streamline the rest of your experience.

Our process is designed to save you time and maximize flexibility by leveraging secure telehealth for preparatory and follow-up steps. 

• Remote Intake & Paperwork: Complete all initial documentation and necessary history forms securely online from the comfort of your home.
• Blended Consultations: We minimize your required time in the office by conducting the final, crucial feedback session (where we review your report and recommendations) via secure telehealth if desired.

Here is why families, physicians, and universities across Utah County consistently trust Alliance Psychology for their most complex diagnostic needs. 

Our process is designed to be simple, supportive, and flexible, with both online and in-person options.

• Intake & Paperwork: Most forms are completed online before your appointment, saving time and making the process easier.
• Clinical Interview: Meet with our provider to share history, symptoms, and goals. For children, we may also talk with parents or caregivers. This can often be done online.
• Testing Sessions: Depending on the evaluation, you’ll complete interviews, questionnaires, and structured tasks.
• Feedback Session: After scoring and interpretation, our provider meets with you to review the results. Feedback can be in-person or virtual, depending on your preference.

The end of testing is the beginning of clarity. Here’s what you can expect once your evaluation is complete.

• Written Report: Summary of your results, diagnostic impressions (if appropriate), and their meaning in clear, everyday language.
• Practical Recommendations: Practical next steps tailored to your needs, whether that involves therapy, medical support, coping strategies, or further evaluation.
• Feedback Meeting: A collaborative session where your provider reviews results, answers your questions, and ensures you understand the recommendations.
• Collaboration (When Requested): With your permission, we can share results with your doctor, psychiatrist, or other providers to support coordinated care.