Psychodiagnostic Assessments
Get a clear picture of what’s causing emotional or behavioural challenges
What we look at
A psychodiagnostic assessment explores emotional, behavioural, and psychological experiences to help make sense of what you’re navigating. We look at patterns related to mood, anxiety, attention, and relationships, and identify factors that may be impacting daily life at home, at work, or in relationships.
The goal is to understand not only what’s going on, but also how it shows up day to day and what will genuinely support your wellbeing.
What you'll walk away with
A clear understanding of what may be contributing to challenges with mood, anxiety, or trauma
A balanced picture of strengths, coping skills, and areas that may need support
Personalized recommendations for therapy, treatment planning, and community resources
A summary letter available right after feedback and a full written report within four to six weeks
Understanding whether a psychodiagnostic assessment is right for you
When your inner world feels confusing or heavier than it used to, it can be hard to make sense of what’s going on. Many people come to us wanting to understand why certain patterns keep repeating, why emotions feel so intense, or why daily life suddenly feels more challenging. A psychodiagnostic assessment offers clarity.
This process helps you understand the underlying factors shaping your experience to give you language, validation, and a clear path forward. With the right insight, support becomes easier to access and healing feels more possible.
What a psychodiagnostic assessment can help clarify
A psychodiagnostic assessment helps make sense of what’s been feeling confusing, heavy, or hard to name. Many people come to us when they’ve been struggling with emotions, patterns, or reactions that don’t quite add up and they want a clearer understanding of why.
Common concerns this assessment can shed light on include:
Ongoing worry or anxiety
Low mood, sadness, or a loss of interest
Mood swings or emotional shifts
Difficulty with focus, concentration, or motivation
Trauma-related symptoms
Patterns of avoidance or burnout
Stress within relationships or social dynamics
Personality-based patterns that impact how you cope
At its core, this process is about clarity. Our goal is to help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface so you can move forward with more confidence, self-awareness, and the right kind of support.
Who we support
We work with people who are looking for clarity, understanding, and a compassionate place to make sense of what they’ve been experiencing.
Adults wanting insight into longstanding emotional or behavioural patterns
Teens and young adults navigating mood changes, anxiety, identity-related stress, or shifting life demands
Parents hoping to better understand a young person’s emotional or behaviours
Individuals who’ve tried therapy before and now want a clearer diagnostic picture to guide next steps
People noticing new or unexplained changes in mood, behaviour, or day-to-day functioning
If you’re unsure whether you fit into any of these areas, that’s completely okay. We can talk it through together during your free consultation.
Why people choose this assessment
A psychodiagnostic assessment can be helpful when:
You’re wanting a clearer explanation for what you’ve been feeling or noticing
Your symptoms overlap or feel difficult to sort through on your own
You’re looking for a more tailored treatment plan that actually fits your needs
You need support accessing therapy, school accommodations, or workplace resources
You want to understand both your strengths and the areas that feel challenging
Many people tell us that having language for their experience brings relief. It can feel grounding and validating to finally understand what’s been happening and to know what can help moving forward.
How it works
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Free consultation
Talk through your history, current concerns, and what you hope to learn.
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Clinical interview
A deeper conversation to understand your experiences and background.
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Standardized testing
Evidence-based tools that assess emotional and psychological functioning.
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Feedback session
Review the findings together, discuss insights, and outline next steps.
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Written report
A detailed summary with recommendations for therapy, community supports, or referrals.
Quick feedback and reports available
Receive a summary letter right after feedback and a full written report within six to eight weeks. Rush options are available.
Fees & insurance
Frequently asked questions
about psychodiagnostic assessments
What is a psychodiagnostic assessment?
A psychodiagnostic assessment is a structured, collaborative process that helps bring clarity to emotional, behavioural and psychological experiences. Our clinicians use interviews, standardised tools and observations to understand how daily life is being affected and identify what may be most supportive moving forward.Is the assessment covered by insurance?
Many extended health benefit plans include full or partial coverage for psychological assessments. Before we begin, we’ll walk through fees and insurance options so you have a clear sense of what’s covered.Who is a psychodiagnostic assessment helpful for?
This type of assessment supports teens, young adults and adults who are noticing shifts in mood, anxiety, trauma-related responses or changes in their emotional wellbeing. It can also be helpful if you’re trying to understand why certain patterns keep showing up or what might be contributing to what you’re experiencing.How long does the assessment process take?
The process typically begins with a free consultation, followed by a clinical interview, standardised questionnaires, a feedback session and a written report. While timelines vary, most people receive a summary right after feedback and a full report within six to eight weeks.What can this assessment clarify?
A psychodiagnostic assessment can provide clarity around experiences such as anxiety, low mood, trauma responses, emotion regulation patterns, obsessive thoughts or behaviours and personality-related considerations explored in an integrated, supportive way.Do I need a referral to begin?
No referral is required. You’re welcome to book your assessment directly. We also collaborate closely with physicians, therapists and other health professionals who may refer clients to us.What kinds of recommendations will I receive?
After your assessment, you’ll receive personal, practical recommendations, whether that’s therapy approaches that may fit well for you, strategies for daily life, referrals to community supports or guidance on next steps.How is this different from a psychoeducational assessment?
A psychoeducational assessment focuses on learning, academics and cognitive skills. A psychodiagnostic assessment explores emotional and psychological experience to better understand what may support your wellbeing.If this feels like the kind of support you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.
We take a gentle, person-centred approach to every assessment. We move at a pace that feels comfortable, take time to understand the context of your life, and offer recommendations that are practical, meaningful, and truly aligned with your goals.