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Tucson & Phoenix Area

Seeking a Diagnosis

Although your therapist is trained in diagnosing disorders from the DSM-5 (e.g. Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Trauma-Related disorders, etc.), we only screen for Autism and ADHD and make recommendations to more specialized providers for a formal diagnosis.

Although we are trained in screening and diagnosing, for diagnosis to be valid for the school setting, disability services, or work, a medical provider or PhD level Psychologist is needed. ADHD and Autism are both neurocognitive conditions which means they are permanent, life long brain-related disorders. A more comprehensive evaluation is recommended to ensure thorough scientific testing is provided to properly justify the diagnosis for services and supports.

A formal evaluation usually includes developmental history, cognitive testing for learning disorders, standardized diagnostic instruments, and a medical screening to rule out other conditions.

We have a list of evaluators in the resources section above and can discuss these options at your appointment as well!

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