What is a psychological assessment?
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A psychological assessment is a structured, in-depth evaluation of how you think, feel, and function in daily life.
It goes beyond a brief intake or checklist.
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At Atrium, assessment may include:
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Clinical interview and detailed history
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Standardized psychological and personality tests
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Questionnaires about mood, anxiety, and daily functioning
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Review of relevant medical, educational, or workplace information
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The goal is not to put a label on you.
The goal is to understand your patterns clearly—so that treatment can be targeted, realistic, and effective.
Who Might Benefit From an Assessment?
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Assessment can be especially helpful if you:
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Have been in therapy before but still feel stuck or misunderstood
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Have complex or overlapping symptoms (anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma)
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Experience intense emotional reactions or “shut down” under stress
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Notice repeating patterns in relationships, work, or self-sabotage
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Are exploring ADHD, mood, personality, or trauma-related concerns
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Need documentation or clarification for medical, workplace, or academic purposes
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If you’ve ever thought:
“I’ve tried everything, but I still don’t fully understand what’s going on.”
A psychological assessment may be the missing piece.
What we assess at Atrium
Areas We Commonly Assess:
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You and your clinician will decide together what’s most relevant, but assessments at Atrium may explore:
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Mood & Anxiety
Depression, generalized anxiety, panic, stress-related symptoms -
Trauma & Complex Trauma
Long-term impact of adverse or overwhelming experiences -
Personality & Interpersonal Patterns
How you relate to yourself and others; defenses, strengths, and vulnerabilities -
Emotional Regulation
Difficulty managing strong emotions, shutting down, or feeling “too much” -
Self-Concept & Identity
Chronic self-doubt, shame, inner critic, or confusion about who you are
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Each assessment is tailored to your history, your questions, and your goals.
What You Can Expect to Gain
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A psychological assessment can help you:
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Put words and structure to what you’ve been feeling for years
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Understand why the same patterns keep repeating
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Reduce shame by seeing your reactions as understandable, not “broken”
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Decide which type of therapy or support is most appropriate
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Advocate for yourself in medical, educational, or workplace systems
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Assessment is not the end of the story.
It’s the map that helps you decide where to go next.