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Psychological Testing & Evaluation (Adults 18+)

Adult psychological assessment Orange County

​At VCAT Psychological Testing Center, we provide a structured and clinically rigorous process to assess an individual's mental health, cognitive abilities, personality traits, and emotional functioning. Our evaluations are conducted by licensed psychologists through secure online platforms, ensuring both accessibility and confidentiality.
 
Major Categories of Mental Health Conditions
1. Anxiety Disorders

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

  • Panic Disorder

  • Social Anxiety Disorder

  • Agoraphobia

  • Specific Phobias

  • Separation Anxiety Disorder

  • Selective Mutism

2. Mood Disorders

  • Major Depressive Disorder

  • Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)

  • Bipolar I and II Disorder

  • Cyclothymic Disorder

  • Seasonal Affective Disorder

  • Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder

3. Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • Body Dysmorphic Disorder

  • Hoarding Disorder

  • Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling Disorder)

  • Excoriation (Skin-Picking) Disorder

4. Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders

  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

  • Acute Stress Disorder

  • Adjustment Disorders

  • Reactive Attachment Disorder

  • Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder

5. Dissociative Disorders

  • Dissociative Identity Disorder

  • Dissociative Amnesia

  • Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder

7. Eating Disorders

  • Anorexia Nervosa

  • Bulimia Nervosa

  • Binge-Eating Disorder

  • Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder

  • Pica

  • Rumination Disorder

8. Neurodevelopmental Disorders

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder

  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

  • Intellectual Disability

  • Learning Disorders

  • Communication Disorders

  • Motor Disorders (e.g., Tourette Syndrome)

9. Personality Disorders

  • Borderline Personality Disorder

  • Narcissistic Personality Disorder

  • Antisocial Personality Disorder

  • Avoidant Personality Disorder

  • Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorders

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

  • Dependent Personality Disorder

  • Paranoid Personality Disorder

  • Histrionic Personality Disorder

10. Psychotic Disorders

  • Schizophrenia

  • Schizoaffective Disorder

  • Brief Psychotic Disorder

  • Delusional Disorder

  • Substance-Induced Psychotic Disorder

11. Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders

  • Alcohol Use Disorder

  • Cannabis Use Disorder

  • Opioid Use Disorder

  • Stimulant Use Disorder

  • Gambling Disorder

What the Evaluation Includes:

  • Comprehensive Clinical Interview: A detailed intake session to understand the individual's history, current concerns, and goals.

  • Standardized Psychological Testing: Administered virtually using validated tools tailored to the referral question (e.g., mood disorders, ADHD, personality assessment).

  • Behavioral Observations: Clinicians document engagement, affect, and response style during testing.

  • Collateral Review: Optional review of medical records, academic/work history, or third-party input for a fuller clinical picture.

📄 Final Report Features:

Section and Details
Diagnostic Summary:   Based on DSM-5 criteria, includes any relevant mental health diagnoses.
Scoring & Interpretation:  Raw and standardized scores with analysis of strengths and challenges.
Clinical Impressions:    Insights into emotional regulation, cognitive functioning, and personality structure.
Recommendations:   Personalized guidance for therapy, medication, academic/workplace accommodations, or further evaluation.
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Who Benefits from VCAT Evaluations?

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