Psychological & Neuropsychological Assessment
When your symptoms are complex professional testing helps provide clarity
A Psychological or Neuropsychological assessment is a series of tests conducted by a licensed psychologist designed to gather information about how people think, feel, behave, and react.
A Neuropsychological assessment involves use of valid and reliable standardized tests designed to understand how different areas of the brain are working. These tests are primarily “paper and pencil” or hands-on type tests, in addition to a few that are administered on a computer. Because everyone is different, the psychologist will choose the most appropriate tests for each individual.
The evaluation process includes interviews, observation, and formal testing to help arrive at a report of the person’s abilities and behavior, which is then used to provide a diagnosis and guide recommendations for the individual’s treatment.
The psychologist may also request, with the patient’s permission, to speak to others who may be able to help the psychologist understand the patient’s functioning, such as family members or other healthcare providers. The diagnosis and recommendations for treatment will be discussed with the patient during a feedback session.
Jennifer Van Wey, Psy.D., Adult Clinical Psychologist
Jennifer Van Wey, Psy.D., PLLC (509) 606-3997
Located at our Central Office: 316 W Boone, Suite 656, Spokane, WA 99201
*Not accepting new clients
— Dr. Jennifer Van Wey is a Clinical Psychologist who has been in practice since 2004. She specializes in providing Psychological and Neuropsychological (testing) assessments for adults ages 18+.
Evaluation and Treatment Specialties:
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Depression
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Anxiety
Occupational L&I evaluations
Forensic referrals
Pre-surgical evaluations for bariatric and transplant patients
Dr. Van Wey utilizes various evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Contextual Therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. She works closely with medical and other mental health referral sources to provide accurate diagnosis and treatment recommendations for follow-up care.
Dr. Van Wey received her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from the APA accredited George Fox University. She completed a clinical internship at the APA accredited Veterans Affairs Salt Lake City Healthcare System, specializing in Geriatric and Adult assessment, Memory Disorders, inpatient psychology, and outpatient PTSD services. She is a member of the American Psychological Association and the Washington State Psychological Association.
*To schedule with Dr. Van Wey a referral from a primary physician or specialty provider is required.
*Dr. Van Wey does not fill out disability forms. Any long-term absences from work will need to be addressed by your referring/primary provider or an Occupational Physician. She will provide mental health treatment records to assist in the completion of disability forms. She cannot evaluate for or comment on workplace fitness on behalf of clinical patients.