Neuropsych Testing

Dr. Grace Hamilton, PsyD is a clinical neuropsychologist specializing in neurodegenerative disorders in adults and older adults. She strives to support patients, families, caregivers, and referring providers by enabling early detection of cognitive changes. In addition, she provides expertise in providing accurate diagnoses, and determining the exact nature of your functioning concerns.  

Did you know that medication can help lessen your symptoms? Your Neuropsych testing results will help indicate which disorder needs to be treated. Then you can put into practice the skills you are learning in therapy. This may enable you to more successfully engage in the changes you want to see.

Our Clinical neuropsychologist specializes in personalized treatment planning for a variety of concerns including the following:

• Differential dementia diagnosis (Alzheimer’s disease, stroke and vascular disease, Parkinson’s disease, Lewy Body disease, frontotemporal syndromes) 
• Distinguishing dementia from reversible causes of mild cognitive impairment, mood disorders, and normal cognitive aging
• Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury 
• Adult ADHD evaluations
• Establishing a cognitive baseline for future comparison 

Providing neuropsychological assessment for adults across the lifespan with expertise in neurodegenerative conditions and cognitive aging. Evaluations are designed to clarify complex diagnostic questions including differentiation between cognitive changes due to Alzheimer’s disease, vascular disease, Lewy body disease, movement disorders, and frontotemporal syndromes while distinguishing these conditions from mood disorders, reversible causes of mild cognitive impairment, and normal aging. 

Symptoms of Neurodegenerative Disorders

With their progression, these disorders can affect every aspect of a person’s life, such as:

• Heart function
• Memory and cognitive abilities
• MoodSpeech
• Mobility and balance
• Abnormal movements
• Swallowing
• Bladder and bowel function
• Blood pressure fluctuation
• Sleep
• Breathing

More on Neuropsych Testing

By establishing a detailed cognitive profile, neuropsychological testing can support early detection of cognitive changes, accurate diagnosis, and personalized treatment planning. Evaluations may be helpful in those experiencing memory loss, changes in thinking or behavior, or concerns about cognitive decline. 

In addition to dementia focused services, we also offer assessments for a wide range of concerns, including adult ADHD, traumatic brain injury, concussion recovery, and cognitive changes related to medical or psychiatric conditions. 

Our goal is to provide clear answers, practical recommendations, and collaborative care to support patients, families, caregivers, and referring providers. 

A neuropsych testing evaluation by our neuropsychologists and board-certified evaluators could be a positive step towards reducing your symptoms. Your loved ones may also need to hear this, so please pass it on.

Are you ready for a neuropsych testing appointment? Complete our quick and easy form online. We will reach out to you very soon.

When you meet with a neuropsychologist, you can expect:

• A thorough diagnostic evaluation to specify the nature of your symptoms.
• Time to talk with your testing psychologist with an emphasis on treating you as a whole person. We don’t see you as a cluster of symptoms but one who is struggling to make change.
• Clinical Interview: The process begins with a detailed discussion regarding your medical history, symptoms, daily routines, and educational or work background. Caregivers or family members may also be involved to provide collateral information.
• Standardized Testing: You will complete a series of tasks, computerized puzzles, and question-and-answer exercises. These target specific functions such as processing speed, executive functioning, and motor coordination.
• Scoring and Interpretation: The neuropsychologist scores the data, comparing your performance to normative groups of the same age and background to identify cognitive strengths and weaknesses.
• Feedback and Report: You will attend a follow-up session to review the results, diagnoses, and personalized recommendations for treatment, accommodations, or therapies