Psychological Evaluation
First Step Recovery provides a wide range of assessment services, which are often covered by third-party insurance providers or Medicaid. Our clients are generally referred by another person or agency such as an attorney or physician. However, anyone may request an evaluation by calling First Step at (402) 434-2730
Psychological Assessments
Psychological assessments are comprehensive assessments conducted by psychologists. They are covered by most third party insurance plans and by Medicaid. These evaluations are designed to diagnose and describe emotional problems, behavioral problems, cognitive deficits, mental illness, and a range of other issues. A psychological evaluation is designed to help describe how a person is thinking and feeling, and how those patterns may contribute to current functioning.
Psychological evaluations usually take at least 3 or 4 hours, and may be scheduled in more than one visit. They generally involve an interview with the psychologist and some standardized paper-and-pencil testing. This testing usually includes measures of emotional, personality, and intelligence, and helps to describe how these factors are related and contribute to the current picture.
Evaluation Results
In most cases, results are available within 5-7 business days, however, Psychological Evaluation results may take longer depending on the number of issues being addressed and the specific diagnostic tools being used by the psychologist.
The evaluation process is used to create a professional diagnosis and suggested treatment outline. A client has the option of reviewing the diagnosis directly with the reviewing psychologist to develop a specific therapy plan or the results can be sent to your preferred licensed counselor or medical doctor.
Additionally, the client can request that the results also be forwarded to their legal representative, lawyer, employer, presiding court or probation office. Options for treatment centers, including appropriate treatment programs offered at First Step are explained by staff.
Psychiatric Care
First Step works with consulting psychiatrists to provide coordinated treatment for our clients. Clients under psychiatric care are often referred for psychological evaluation, testing and therapeutic services. A team approach is used in serving our clients. First Step therapists and psychologists work closely with the Consulting Psychiatrist to develop a specific integrated treatment plan.
Dr. M.S. Kamal, M.D., offers flexible appointments during the week as well as on Saturday mornings.
How do you get someone you love to First Step for evaluation?
Making this first move on behalf of a loved one isn't easy. Please call us and let's visit. Since 1991, we've helped hundreds of families learn to deal with addictions with family educational classes, family therapy, and intervention planning. Remember, we're experts in this field. It doesn't cost you anything to find out more.