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Assessment, Testing, and Psychological Diagnosis

Expert assessment, and proper diagnosis, is the first step in building a roadmap of real, evidence-based strategies to address your unique mental health needs.

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Clinical Needs Assessment

Identify your therapy needs

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Psychological Assessment

Get evaluated by a registered psychologist

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Comprehensive Diagnostic Assessment

In-depth assessment and diagnosis of psychological conditions

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ADHD Assessment

Assess attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms and impact

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Autism (ASD) Assessment

Evaluate for autism spectrum disorder traits

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Psychoeducational Assessment

Assess executive functioning and diagnose learning disabilities

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Substance Use Assessment

Review substance use patterns for organizational and individual wellbeing

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Neuropsychological Assessment

Analyze brain-behaviour relationships

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Video Gaming Addiction Assessment

Create a clear plan to balance gaming and life

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Pornography Addiction Assessment

Take practical steps to restore sexual wellbeing

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Why Choose Resilient Health for Psychological Assessment and Diagnosis in Victoria, BC?

Excellence

We take pride in our multidisciplinary team approach, which allows us to  deliver the highest caliber of expert assessment and diagnosis, with compassion and genuine care.

Our psychologists receive a very high level of training and mentorship.  Every member of our team is committed to supporting our clients.  And our leadership team is equally committed to supporting every single member of our team.  This ethos of learning and growth allows us to draw on cutting-edge research, and evidence-based assessment methods.  

Commitment and Clarity

When you come to us for an assessment, we have one goal in mind: to provide complete, data-driven results, including accurate diagnoses, to help you recover, grow, and live the life you want.

This can only happen if we: help guide you through the process, and explain and communicate with kindness and clarity. We are genuinely interested in our clients’ stories—their lives, their struggles, and the things that will help them thrive.

We believe that in every assessment we do, the two most important parts are: a) the diagnosis (what’s wrong), and b) the recommendations (what will help!).  We work really hard to make good and reasonable recommendations about therapy options, strategies, skills tools techniques…whatever will help you the most, according to the best available evidence!

Honesty

We don’t ever try to ‘sell you’ on anything you don’t actually need.

Client care comes first, always.

Assessments FAQs

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  1. Do you provide assessments for medical-legal purposes?

    No. We do not provide medical‑legal or forensic services, and our assessments aren’t for legal use. If you need an assessment for a lawsuit, insurance claim, child custody matter, labour dispute, human rights complaint, divorce/legal separation, or any similar legal process, Resilient Health is not the right clinic.

    Our assessments are designed to help you understand your mental health and guide your care. We don’t write expert reports, appear in court, or act as subject experts. If you’re seeking legal‑purpose assessments, please contact a clinic that specializes in forensic psychology.

  2. Which professionals are involved in the assessments?

    While most assessments are done by a Registered Psychologist, some portions of your assessment may be done by another mental health professional. For instance, we have highly qualified care management workers who may meet, or speak, with you, to do a clinical needs assessment and help line up support.

    Additionally, for specialized clinical assessments, like ADHD assessments and psychoeducational assessments, a psychometrist is often involved, to help administer some of the 'tests'. Administration of these tests requires good training and qualification, but not the expert level of skill possessed by a registered clinical psychologist. Hence, a psychometrist is someone with specialized training and skills only on specific portions of the assessment, which do not require the advanced skills of a clinical psychologist. The psychometrist does a portion of the testing, in order to keep costs down, and reduce the waitlist for these services.

  3. Can I have the psychologist do ALL parts of the assessment?

    Yes, absolutely. If you need/want the psychologist to do all parts of the assessment, including the testing and any other work a psychometrist would usually do, this can be accommodated. It will, however, increase the cost of the assessment. It also does not change the results of the assessment; the psychologist is responsible for closely reviewing the work of the psychometrist, to ensure that it is done to the highest standards, following the same protocols and procedures the psychologist would follow.

  4. How do I know what type of psychological assessment I need?

    This is a question we get often, and the answer is: a clinical psychologist can guide you in the right direction!

    There are many different types of specialized assessments, and if you are unsure what would need, we often suggest a one-hour appointment with one of our clinical psychologists. They can do an initial assessment and then recommend next steps. If you go on to do a specific assessment with us, the fee for the initial consult can usually be credited towards the cost of that assessment, so it gives you peace of mind that you’re taking the best steps, without ‘costing extra’.

  5. How long does it take to book an assessment?

    Depending on the type of assessment needed, the wait time to get started is typically between 4-8 weeks. Depending on the type of assessment, the process varies a lot in length, but depends on the client's availability and ability to provide any needed materials.

    Once we have everything we need (i.e., we have completed any assessment interviews and testing, and you have provided any other materials we need), the process to analyze the data and write the report is around 2-3 weeks for brief assessments and up to 6 weeks for the most complicated assessments.

    This is a very short wait, and a very timely process, compared to other clinics, and we pride ourselves on keeping our waitlists short. We do a high volume of assessments, so we have worked hard to develop efficient processes. This allows us to maintain the highest standards, while keeping wait times to a minimum. This is important, because many of the our clients are in distress. We have heard of wait times at other clinics, measured in years, not months, which is very demoralizing for clients. We want to give hope, by providing answers and support in a timely manner.

Why Are There So Many Different Assessments?

Mental health is complex, and no two individuals experience it in exactly the same way. That’s why we offer a variety of assessments: each one is designed to explore specific areas of concern, whether it’s anxiety, learning difficulties, ADHD, or trauma.

Different challenges require different tools. For example, someone navigating memory issues after a head injury might benefit from a neuropsychological assessment, while a student struggling with focus in school may need an ADHD or psychoeducational evaluation. By tailoring assessments to each concern, we can provide more accurate diagnoses and personalized recommendations for care.

Think of these assessments as a roadmap: they help us pinpoint where you are now, where you want to go, and the best way to get there.

Below we offer a general outline of the various assessments. Of course, if you’re unsure which assessment is right for you, we’re here to help guide you through the process.

General Mental Health Assessments

Sometimes, the first step is simply figuring out where to begin. These assessments help create a clear picture of your needs:

  • Clinical Needs Assessment: A 50-minute consult with a mental health specialist to gather information about your mental health and recommendations for care, including placement with the best possible counsellor or therapist for your needs and goals.
  • Psychological Assessment: 1-2 assessment sessions with a registered psychologist. After completing this psychological assessment, a brief assessment summary report can be provided at the client’s request. This summary includes: a clear description of any applicable diagnoses, rule-out conditions, and clear, evidence-based recommendations regarding next steps (e.g., counselling, group programs and other resources, etc.). Ideal for someone who wants a diagnosis and recommendations, but doesn’t need a detailed report.
  • Comprehensive Diagnostic Assessment: This is much more detailed, and includes a long report. It covers more areas, and is able to diagnose a wider range of conditions. This thorough and rigorous assessment is administered by a clinical psychologist who has advanced training. A proper comprehensive assessment requires a psychologist with experience in wide-ranging psychodiagnostic assessment, including the proper, expert use of psychometric tools and psychodiagnostics interviews. Typically, the assessment includes 4 hours of interview time (usually administered in 2-3 appointments), as well as a thorough compilation of assessment tests the client completes. The process leads to a very detailed report, and specific, evidence-based recommendations for next steps, which take careful consideration of the client’s diagnoses, personality, preferences, and other needs.

Educational & Neurodevelopmental Assessments

We know how important it is to understand neurodiversity, learning ability, and cognitive functioning. The following assessments can diagnose neurodivergence, and identify problems with executive functioning:

  • Psychoeducational Assessment: Diagnose learning disabilities, identify intellectual giftedness, and find solutions to problems in school, work, and daily life.
  • ADHD Assessment: Diagnose ADHD, identify your unique difficulties and strengths, understand any other factors contributing to your difficulties, and help you develop a plan with real action and real results.
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assessment: Diagnose ASD and differentiate other factors that influence your social, emotional, and cognitive functioning, and help you find solutions in these areas.

Neuropsychological Testing

When cognitive or neurological concerns arise, these assessments help us uncover the connection between brain function and behaviour:

  • Memory and Attention Testing: Understand how cognitive processes like focus and recall affect daily life.
  • Traumatic Brain Injury Assessment: Evaluate the impact of brain injuries on emotional and functional abilities.
  • Neurological Disorder Assessments: Diagnose conditions such as Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s to better address cognitive and behavioural challenges.
  • Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Identify the cognitive, behavioural, and adaptive impacts of prenatal alcohol exposure, and provide targeted recommendations to support functioning at home, school, and work.
  • Concussions & Post-Concussion Problems: Assess lingering symptoms after head injury, including headaches, memory issues, and mood changes, and guide a stepwise plan for recovery, return to activities, and symptom management.

Substance Use & Behavioural Addictions

Substance use and behavioural addictions can affect mood, relationships, sleep, and performance: and they’re treatable. Our assessments help clarify what’s happening, why it’s happening, and what will help.

  • Substance Use Assessment: Review patterns of use and their impact to explore effective interventions.
  • Video Gaming Addiction Assessment: Assess how gaming affects mood, sleep, relationships, and performance, then provide clear, practical steps to restore balance.
  • Pornography Addiction Assessment: Evaluate patterns and impact on attention, mood, relationships, and sexual health, followed by evidence-based recommendations to support change.