Mental Health Assessments

Referral & Intake Requirements

· Clients (or referral sources) must complete an intake form prior to booking.

· For agency or third-party referrals, a written request and consent form must be submitted before the assessment is scheduled.

· If applicable, previous records (e.g., school reports, IEPs, medical documentation) should be provided in advance to inform assessment planning.

Fee and Payment Guidelines

Assessment fees are based on the recommended rates provided by the Psychologists’ Association of Alberta (PAA) and reflect the complexity, time, and professional expertise involved. A formal estimate will be shared in advance outlining the total cost of services.

Payment Policy:

· A 50% deposit is required prior to confirming and booking the assessment appointment.

· The remaining 50% is due upon completion of the final session or before the final report is released.

Reduced Fee Requests:

· If a client is experiencing financial difficulty, this must be discussed directly with the assessment psychologist before booking.

· Reduced fees are considered on a case-by-case basis and are subject to clinician availability and discretion.

Payment Plans:

· Installment plans may be offered to accommodate client needs.

· All arrangements must be confirmed in writing prior to the start of services.

A retainer outlining the breakdown of the fees must be signed before appointments are booked. If the number of hours increases or decreases during the course of the assessment, the total fee will be adjusted accordingly. Clients will be notified in advance of any changes to their fee estimate.

Final Report Release:

· Reports will only be released once the full balance has been paid.

· In cases where third-party billing is arranged, a signed agreement is required in advance.

Report Access and Release

· Final assessment reports are only released to the individual or agency who requested and paid for the service, unless written consent is provided to share with additional parties.

· For assessments involving minors, the report is typically released to the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) listed on the consent form.

· Third-party requests (e.g., schools, lawyers, insurers) require explicit written consent for any communication or report sharing.

Documentation Review

· Time required to review prior documentation (e.g., medical records, school files, legal reports) is included in the total assessment hours.

· If extensive file review is required, additional time may be added with prior notice to the client.

Report Turnaround Times

· Reports are typically completed and sent out within 2–4 weeks after the final assessment session. (Total timelines from intake to report is usually 6-8 weeks, assuming assessments are completed within 1-2 weeks)

· Requests for expedited reports are subject to clinician availability and may incur an additional fee.

Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy

· At least 48 hours’ notice is required to cancel or reschedule without penalty.

· Missed appointments or late cancellations may result in a fee or forfeiture of the deposit.

· Due to the time reserved for assessments (often 2–4 hours), short-notice cancellations cannot usually be rebooked.

Rebooking and Non-Compliance

· If a client arrives unprepared, excessively late, or misses multiple scheduled sessions, the assessment may be delayed or discontinued at the clinician’s discretion.

· In such cases, an administrative fee may apply.

Available assessments

Neurodevelopmental and Academic Assessments

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Assessment

Neurodevelopmental and academic assessments are comprehensive evaluations used to understand how a client thinks, learns, and functions in academic or developmental settings. These assessments explore cognitive abilities (e.g., memory, attention, reasoning, executive functioning), academic performance (e.g., reading, writing, math), and behavioural or emotional functioning in relation to the client’s age and developmental stage.

These assessments may identify learning differences, developmental delays, or giftedness. They also support diagnostic clarity and help generate individualized recommendations for accommodations, interventions, or supports—particularly in school or workplace contexts.

The choice of tools depends on the referral concern and is guided by the clinician's professional judgment. A flexible, individualized battery is selected to match the client’s unique presentation and the referral goals. Updates to pre-approved testing batteries may be requested when clinically appropriate.

Psychoeducational Assessment assesses cognitive and academic functioning for the purpose of detecting learning problems, learning disabilities, and giftedness.

Child

5 hours testing, 5 hours report writing

Components:

· Developmental & school history

· Cognitive & academic testing

· Emotional/behavioural screen

Adult

5 hours testing, 5 hours report writing

Components:

· Comprehensive clinical interview to gather academic, occupational, and psychosocial history

· Cognitive and academic achievement testing

· Screening for co-occurring concerns such as ADHD, anxiety, or mood disorders

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Assessment

An ADHD assessment evaluates attentional capacity, executive functioning, behavioral regulation, and related emotional or academic concerns. It combines clinical interviews, standardized rating scales, and cognitive testing to determine whether symptoms align with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder or are better explained by other factors such as anxiety, learning differences, or environmental stressors.

This process also helps differentiate between ADHD subtypes and identifies co-occurring conditions, ensuring that recommendations for treatment, school/work accommodations, or further supports are accurate and individualized.

Child

3 hours testing, 3 hours report writing

Components:

· Clinical interview (parent & child)

· Behaviour rating scales

· Cognitive screener

· Rule out LD/mental health

Adult

5 hours testing, 5 hours report writing

Components:

· Clinical interview

· Self- and collateral-report measures

· Cognitive screener

· Rule out mood/anxiety

Comprehensive Psychological Assessment

Autism Spectrum Disorder / Autism Assessment

This type of assessment offers an in-depth evaluation of an individual’s cognitive abilities, adaptive functioning, and emotional-behavioral profile. It is designed to explore specific symptomatology, identify psychological or neurodevelopmental concerns, and assess for disturbances in functioning across various domains. The findings inform diagnostic clarity and guide tailored treatment or intervention planning.

Child

5 hours testing, 5 hours report writing

Components:

· Developmental, family, academic, behavioural profile

· Full cognitive, achievement, and emotional functioning

Adult

7 hours testing, 7 hours report writing

Components:

· Cognitive & personality testing

· Mental health profile

· Rule out neurodivergence/psychopathology

Autism Spectrum Disorder / Autism Assessment

Child

6 hours testing, 6 hours report writing

Components:

· Developmental history

· Behavioural observations

· ADOS-2

· Cognitive / language testing

Adult

4 hours testing, 4 hours report writing

Components:

· Clinical & developmental interview

· Autism-specific screeners

· Personality/emotional screening

If comprehensive psychological assessment with autism is required for both Child and Adult the testing increases to 8 hours as well as the report writing.

Our Comprehensive Psychological Assessments

Assessment Guideline

Each assessment is customized depending on:

Please note:

All our Assessments are facilitated by:

Nivedita Agrawal

Referral & Intake Requirements

Fee and Payment Guidelines

Report Access and Release

Documentation Review

Report Turnaround Times

Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy

Rebooking and Non-Compliance

Available assessments

Neurodevelopmental and Academic Assessments

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Assessment

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Assessment

Child

5 hours testing, 5 hours report writing

Adult

5 hours testing, 5 hours report writing

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Assessment

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Assessment

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Assessment

Child

3 hours testing, 3 hours report writing

Adult

5 hours testing, 5 hours report writing

Comprehensive Psychological Assessment

Autism Spectrum Disorder / Autism Assessment

Autism Spectrum Disorder / Autism Assessment

Child

5 hours testing, 5 hours report writing

Adult

7 hours testing, 7 hours report writing

Autism Spectrum Disorder / Autism Assessment

Autism Spectrum Disorder / Autism Assessment

Autism Spectrum Disorder / Autism Assessment

Child

6 hours testing, 6 hours report writing

Adult

4 hours testing, 4 hours report writing

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