Getting started!
1. Ask your primary care doctor or nurse practitioner to refer you to PsyConOps for psychological testing.
a. Your provider can ask to "rule out" various conditions such as:
Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), an Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Mild Cognitive Impairment, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Binge Eating Disorder... the referral can be used to rule out or rule in almost any psychological condition.
2. You can self-refer for psychological testing, but first ask your insurance provider whether you are covered for a self-initiated request for psychological testing.
3. If you are are in psychotherapy with a counselor, they can also send a referral that requests psychological testing. They must ask a question they want answered, like: "Does my patient have bipolar disorder?"
4. Final Step: Call our office and schedule your appointment (575) 652-3654.
a. Your provider can ask to "rule out" various conditions such as:
Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), an Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Mild Cognitive Impairment, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Binge Eating Disorder... the referral can be used to rule out or rule in almost any psychological condition.
- The referral should be faxed to our office using this number: 575-652-4383.
- In most cases we can get the testing scheduled within a couple of weeks.
2. You can self-refer for psychological testing, but first ask your insurance provider whether you are covered for a self-initiated request for psychological testing.
- WHEN YOU CALL YOUR INSURANCE, ASK THE FOLLOWING:
- Is the cost of psychological testing covered?
- Is there a deductible?
- What portion will be reimbursed?
- Is a referral needed from a primary care physician or can you refer yourself?
- Is pre-authorization required?
3. If you are are in psychotherapy with a counselor, they can also send a referral that requests psychological testing. They must ask a question they want answered, like: "Does my patient have bipolar disorder?"
4. Final Step: Call our office and schedule your appointment (575) 652-3654.
When Should I Consider Psychological Testing?
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"I lose my temper." Why do you get so angry? You're NOT a bad person. There's something deeper going on. There are different conditions that can make us feel angry beyond words like:
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"I can't find a job because I get too nervous around people in authority." Why do you feel so anxious around people in important positions? They could turn out to be a wonderful mentor or a lifelong friend. There are different conditions that can make us feel anxious around all kinds of people like:
"My medicine isn't working." Are you untreatable? Of course not! There are different reasons why your medicine won't work like:
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Trouble Socializing: Some adults call to find out if they have Adult Autism Spectrum Disorder (formerly Asperger's syndrome) because they have difficulty understanding social cues, are acutely upset by changes to their routine, engage in repetitive behaviors like picking at the skin or nails, pacing and rocking. Sometimes the condition is not caught in school because the person is so high functioning, but it doesn't mean they don't suffer.
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There are many times when psychological testing can be helpful. Many of our patients say it's fun to learn about themselves and why they do things. We are here to help you understand your personality and cognitive, developmental and interpersonal style and to offer strategies to help you succeed.