Some examples include:

• problems with paying attention or concentrating, despite trying

• slowed thinking or delay in providing a response

• difficulty remembering information in the short-term, such as losing your "train of thought" more often, or issues with "mental math"

• problems coming up with the right words when you need them or understanding what people are saying

• visual distortions or difficulty perceiving something that you are looking at

• getting lost more easily, especially in familiar places, or issues following a map

• problems with learning new information

• forgetfulness or memory errors 

• issues with planning, multitasking, judgement/decision making, or problem solving

• difficulty with or a change in ability to follow typical social expectations 

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disorder (e.g., dyslexia), and Autism Spectrum Disorder as the primary concern for diagnosis.

Medicare Part B 

Self pay is accepted by cash or check payable to SBNP, Professional Corporation. Please call for the cost of a full assessment. If desired, Dr. Wright can work with you to establish a payment plan. The same services are included as in an evaluation with insurance as clinically appropriate (e.g., clinical interview, testing hours with duration dependent on the presenting concern, scoring of tests, and a report with a summary of results)

Neuropsychological testing is more accurate when done within the context of your medical history and when there is a known concern about cognition from either you, someone who knows you well, or your medical provider. 

Thus, knowledge of your medical history and any previous workup completed by your medical providers (typically primary care, neurology, neurosurgery, or psychiatry) is used to address any medical causes for your change in cognition. 

Then, neuropsychological assessment can be used to address how your performance on standardized testing is consistent with your medical history/previous workup (e.g., neuroimaging, laboratory tests, medical conditions, medications, and/or other testing as deemed relevant). 

• The night before your assessment, it's best to try to get a good night's rest and follow your usual sleep routine. 

• Substance use such as alcohol or cannabis may interfere with sleep, and should not be used the morning of your evaluation. Significant recent substance use or intoxication can interfere with your results and make them invalid. 

• Try to have a good breakfast, and if you normally drink caffeine you can have the amount that you drink on a typical day.

• Please bring water, a lunch and snacks, and any medication that you may need for up to several hours of testing. 

• Take all of your medications, as usual. Bring any that you may need, as testing may be up to a few hours.

• Wear your contacts or glasses, hearing aids, or any other assistive devices. 

• If possible, please bring someone who knows you well to the first part of the appointment. This may be a caregiver or spouse/partner, adult child, parent, or close family member/friend who can speak to any changes that they have noticed with your cognition, mood, behavior, and daily functioning. 

Breaks will be provided and there is an office fridge and microwave available.  Dr. Wright will spend about an hour interviewing you, and then you will complete paper and pencil testing with her for the duration of the appointment. All testing materials will be provided.

Neuropsychological assessment services at SBNP are provided in English. However, Dr. Wright can assist in determining if assessment in English is appropriate for you, or if it is best to be assessed in a different language; either through referral out to another psychologist or use of a professional interpreter.

SBNP will work to provide assistive supports for your testing needs, which can be discussed during the initial scheduling phone call. Patients are strongly encouraged to wear their glasses and hearing aids. If needed, SBNP has reading glasses and a pocket talker for sound amplification. However, testing is most similar to your everyday life if you use the devices that are made for you. 

SBNP is wheelchair assessable, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act. There are various chair sizes available and an adjustable desk to provide a comfortable testing environment. Parking is close to the main building and ground floor office. 

Please take all your medications as you usually would, and bring any that you may need for the day. Testing may be as long as a few hours. A fridge is available for storage.