Psychological Testing & Evaluation

Understand the Full Picture. Move Forward with Confidence.

Specialized psychological assessments that combine deep clinical insight with practical, real-world recommendations.

A Roadmap Forward

What sets Dr. Schofield’s evaluations apart is their depth and clarity. Rather than relying heavily on questionnaires, she uses performance-based tools to assess real-time functioning—allowing for a more accurate and comprehensive understanding of each person’s strengths and challenges.

She synthesizes multiple data points into a cohesive diagnostic formulation—bringing the results to life in a way that empowers clients to understand and own their story. Recommendations are always tailored to what matters most: symptom relief, quality of life, social supports, and practical advocacy across systems.

Clients leave with more than a diagnosis. They walk away with a roadmap.

Dr. Schofield’s psychological testing expertise includes cognitive, educational/achievement, executive functioning, personality, and autism assessment. She also has experience with parenting capacity evaluations and attachment assessment. Dr. Schofield’s evaluations are geared toward diagnostic clarity, immediately usable clinical information, and tailored recommendations to increase self-knowledge, ignite treatment planning and dimensionalize access to services. Dr. Schofield has advanced training with the Rorschach Performance Assessment System (RPAS), the Working Model of the Child Interview (WMCI) and the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2).

Referring providers—including physicians, neurologists, psychiatrists, and schools—consistently value the specificity, insight, and clinical quality of her work.

Thorough & performance-based evaluations

I go beyond checklists. Evaluations use standardized, in-depth tools that assess how someone performs in real time—offering a more accurate and meaningful picture of strengths and challenges.

Practical, real-world recommendations

My reports are designed to be useful. Each evaluation includes clear, prioritized next steps that support symptom relief, improved functioning, and advocacy across home, work, or school settings.

Trusted by providers, schools, and support systems

My evaluations are known for clinical accuracy, thoughtful formulation, and actionable insights—making them a trusted resource for referring physicians, educators, and care teams.

Testing Services I Offer:

  • Cognitive / IQ Testing

  • Educational Achievement Testing (self-pay only)

  • Executive Functioning Assessment

  • Personality Testing

  • Autism & Social Communication Evaluations

  • Attachment & Caregiver-Child Relationship

The conditions I am equipped to investigate include:

  • Neurodevelopmental Conditions
    ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Tourette’s Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities

  • Mood Disorders
    Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Cyclothymia, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)

  • Anxiety & Trauma-Related Disorders
    Generalized Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Social Anxiety

  • Obsessive-Compulsive & Somatic Concerns
    Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Somatic Symptom-Related Disorders

  • Personality Disorders & Emerging Traits

  • Psychosis & Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders

The Assessment Process

  • Intake Session

    We’ll start with a thoughtful conversation to better understand your concerns, history, and what you’re hoping to learn. This helps clarify the focus of the evaluation and sets the tone for a collaborative process.

  • Testing Sessions

    Depending on your needs, testing may involve structured tasks, rating scales, interviews, and input from others (like caregivers or teachers). These tools help us explore how you function across different areas, not just how you describe your experience.

  • Feedback Session

    Once testing is complete, we’ll meet for a 60-minute feedback session to walk through the results. We’ll focus on what the findings mean in real life—not just on paper—and create space for questions and reflection.

  • Written Report

    You’ll receive a clear, organized report that integrates the data and outlines personalized, actionable recommendations. Whether it’s for personal insight, clinical care, or school or workplace planning, the report is meant to support meaningful next steps.

  • No referral is needed to begin therapy or testing. That said, for testing, a referral from a therapist, primary care provider, or another clinician is preferred. It’s not required—I do accept self-referrals—but having a referral often allows for better collaboration, access to relevant records, and a more efficient and informed testing process overall.

  • Many assessments rely heavily on checklists and questionnaires. While I do incorporate these standardized tools—such as self-report, parent-report, or teacher-report forms—they serve as a component of collateral data gathering in conjunction with the performance-based approach. My primary focus is on structured, real-time tasks that evaluate how you function in the moment. This allows for a more accurate, meaningful understanding of your strengths, challenges, and needs.

  • No, I don’t use a fixed battery. Each assessment is individually tailored to the person and the referral question. While I don’t use every tool on the market, I carefully select measures that are psychometrically sound—meaning they’re reliable, valid, and designed to provide accurate, meaningful information.

    This often includes a mix of standardized questionnaires (like self-, parent-, or teacher-reports) and performance-based tasks that assess how someone functions in real time. Together, these tools help create a clear, well-rounded picture of a person’s strengths and challenges.

  • Recommendations are tailored to the individual and based on the results of the evaluation. These may include strategies for improving day-to-day functioning, enhancing quality of life, or supporting personal growth. Depending on the context, suggestions might address educational supports, self-accommodations, communication tools, or ways to better manage stress and energy. The goal is to offer practical, personalized guidance that’s relevant to your real life—not just a clinical diagnosis.

  • I only offer therapy and testing together in one direction: testing first, followed by therapy, depending on my availability. If I’m already your therapist, I refer out for testing to ensure the evaluation remains objective. I'm always happy to help connect you with a trusted therapist who’s a good fit for your needs.

  • Educational testing is not covered by insurance and is offered as a self-pay service only. During the intake process, we’ll review the scope of testing and your individual insurance benefits so you fully understand what is and isn’t covered. This ensures you can make an informed decision about how to move forward.

Ready to get started?

Whether you're seeking clarity for yourself or someone you care about, you're welcome to reach out with questions or request a consultation to explore whether testing is the right next step.

Dr. Schofield offers in-person and telehealth evaluations for clients in Virginia and PSYPACT-participating states.

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