Services
At A.K. Neuropsychology, we offer a range of specialized psychological
and neuropsychological assessments designed to support your cognitive,
emotional, and decision-making well-being. Whether you're looking to
establish a cognitive baseline, better understand changes after an
injury, or explore emotional or capacity concerns, our evidence-based
evaluations provide the insight needed to guide treatment, support
planning, and promote peace of mind.
Baseline Cognitive Screening
A 3-hour assessment designed to document current cognitive abilities, detect early signs of neurological conditions, and establish a comparison point for future changes due to injury or illness.
Neuropsychological Evaluation
A detailed 8–10 hour assessment for individuals affected by brain injuries or neurological conditions. Helps clarify diagnosis, guide treatment planning, and support rehabilitation efforts.
Decision-Making Capacity
Evaluates an individual’s ability to understand and appreciate decisions related to personal or financial matters. Often used when there are concerns about declining mental capacity.
Clarity, Guidance, and Support
Comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological assessments to help you understand your mind, make informed decisions, and move forward with confidence.
Overview:
Neuropsychological Screening / Baseline Assessment
This assessment is appropriate for individuals who wish to document
their cognitive abilities in the absence of illness or injury. This
assessment may also be used to determine if there are subtle changes
in cognitive abilities associated with early disease process or mild
injuries.
The results may be used to:
- Provide a healthy baseline to which to compare possible future brain injury or illness.
- Monitor changes over time.
- Detect early changes associated with medical conditions, including dementia.
The assessment process involves and interview and formal testing,
which will take approximately three hours. A written summary of the
results will be provided and the results will be discussed in a
follow-up appointment.
Neuropsychological Assessment
This assessment is more intensive than the screening / baseline
assessment and is appropriate for individuals who have sustained an
injury to their brain or have developed a neurological condition.
Neuropsychological assessment results may inform diagnosis and
treatment / intervention / rehabilitation.
The assessment process involves an interview and formal testing. The
assessment can be expected to take eight to ten hours to complete
and may occur over two days. A written report is generated and the
results will be discussed in a follow-up appointment.
Capacity Assessment
Capacity assessments are undertaken if there is a legitimate concern
/ evidence that an individual’s ability to make decisions regarding
their personal and/or financial well-being has deteriorated. A
capacity assessment evaluates the individual’s mental capacity to
understand issues involved in decision making and the ability to
appreciate the consequences of their choices.
The assessment process involves a clinical interview with the
individual being evaluated, as well as interview of other involved
individuals (e.g., family). In some cases, some cognitive tests may
be administered.
Psychological Assessment
A psychological assessment is undertaken when an individual has
developed difficulties associated with emotions, stress, coping, or
had an adverse emotional reaction to a life event. This type of
evaluation will assist in understanding an individual’s emotional
functioning, personality characteristics, coping styles, and other
factors that have an impact on day-to-day function.
The assessment process involves a clinical interview and formal
testing. The assessment can be expected to take most of a day. A
written report is generated and the results will be discussed in a
follow-up appointment.