Adult Neuropsychological Assessment
Dr. Bryer conducts neuropsychological evaluations for a variety of conditions that affect the way an individual thinks and functions. These evaluations assess many aspects of cognitive functioning including attention, learning, memory, spatial awareness, and problem solving. She also examines an individual’s behavioral and emotional functioning through the use of information gathered from the clinical interview, questionnaires, mood inventories, and behavioral observation.
She specializes in assessment for the following conditions:
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Learning Disorders such as:
Dyslexia
Disorder of Written Expression
Mathematics Disorder
Nonverbal Learning Disability
Traumatic Brain Injury
Memory Impairment
Dementia
Stroke
What happens the day of my evaluation and how long will it take?
Step 1 (approximately one hour):
In order to fully understand the reason for the evaluation, Dr. Bryer will interview you and gather information regarding your history and current functioning. With your consent, she may interview a significant other or caregiver also.
Step 2 (two to eight hours):
Dr. Bryer will tailor the tests based on the question at hand so that you do not undergo more testing than is necessary, but enough to provide a comprehensive set of results. The testing component of the evaluation entails a wide range of different activities including answering questions, solving puzzles, drawing, and writing. Typically, Dr. Bryer is able to complete the testing component of an evaluation in one day. She usually begins testing in the morning and finishes the evaluation by mid-afternoon. A lunch break and any other rest breaks necessary are a routine part of the testing day. Dr. Bryer makes every effort to create as relaxed and pleasant an experience as possible.
What should I bring with me to the evaluation and when should I arrive?
Dr. Bryer asks that you bring any medical records and/or testing results that might be helpful in understanding your history. Please bring a list of your current medications and dosages with you to the evaluation. Also, if you wear corrective lenses, please be sure to bring them with you to the appointment. She also asks that you arrive thirty minutes prior to your scheduled appointment to fill out paperwork.
Is there anything else I should do to prepare for the evaluation?
Please make sure that you are well rested for the evaluation and have eaten breakfast. It is important that you are able to give your best effort on the testing day.
How quickly will I receive test results and in what form?
Dr. Bryer usually provides test results within approximately two weeks. In order to ensure that all of the questions concerning your functioning are answered, she arranges a face-to-face feedback session with you and goes over each section of the report.
What do I do with the test results once I receive them?
Dr. Bryer will go over the recommendations and rationale during the face-to-face feedback session. Possible outcomes from her evaluation might include discussing test results with school personnel to secure appropriate accommodations, psychotherapy, psychiatric evaluation, and/or a behavioral management program.
How are fees handled?
Dr. Bryer is enrolled with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) and Blue Cross Blue Shield Trust (also known as TRUST PPO). If you have either of these policies, she will bill your insurance carrier directly for services rendered. You will be responsible for any co-pays or deductibles dictated by BCBS. Dr. Bryer is out-of-network with other insurance companies, including Blue Care Network. Unless otherwise negotiated or you have an accepted BCBSM policy, payment for services is expected at the time they are rendered. Many insurance plans cover all or part of the costs of psychological services. If you expect to file for reimbursement from your insurance company, Dr. Bryer will provide you with a suitable receipt to submit to your insurance company so that you can be reimbursed directly.
What kinds of forms do I need to fill out?
Dr. Bryer has prepared a number of forms that you can print and fill out at your convenience. Simply bring them with you to your first appointment.
Adult Background Questionnaire (pdf)
