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Psychological Testing and Services

Personal Growth Associates provides psychological testing services for clients aged 6 and up. We offer psychological assessments for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a wide range of concerns which may include:
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders Educational Concerns Cognitive and Intellectual Functioning Disruptive and Conduct Concerns Depressive Disorders Anxiety Disorders Mood and Bipolar Disorders Trauma Disorders Eating Disorders Gastric Bypass Surgery Evaluations **Initial screening for Autism Spectrum Disorder **PGA does not offer full comprehensive Autism Disorder Evaluations. However, we can screen for the possible presence of symptoms and provide outside referrals for additional testing.

What is Psychological testing?

Psychological testing is a process used to clarify one’s presenting concerns in a holistic manner and provide tailored treatment recommendations. We embrace that each person has their own experiences in life that are unique and distinctive to them. Hence, as we endure life’s ups and downs we may experience “stuckness” or uncertainty about why or how we are operating on a daily basis. Thus, psychological testing utilizes a variety of standardized measures to accurately gain a snapshot of how a person is functioning across various domains of life including: academics, career, family, relationships, homelife, and self-care etc.,.
The type of measures typically used include paper-pen questionnaires, online surveys, and aptitude and/or achievement tests to assess academic/work performance, attention, memory, and social and emotional functioning. Also, IQ and cognitive measures are used to understand how we learn and take in information. Therefore, identifying areas of growth and strength is a crucial aspect of the testing process to continue to build and improve one's abilities. Additional information is typically requested from partners, parents, teachers, medical providers, close friends, etc. so the testing clinician can gain an all-inclusive and comprehensive understanding of the client’s challenges and functioning in various settings.
Based on the individual’s present concerns and needs, the testing clinician will develop a tailored battery of measures to accurately assess their current level of functioning. Thus, based on the results of the testing process, specific recommendations will be made to guide them to their fullest potential. The recommendations may include suggestions for the individual, family, school, and/or work as well.
What can psychological testing address?
  • Lack of progress in therapy
  • Difficulty controlling emotions
  • Difficulty sustaining attention and concentration
  • Decline in grades and academic performance
  • Disruptive and inappropriate behavior at home or in the classroom
  • Feeling bored and unengaged in daily activities
  • Decline in career performance
  • Time management and organization concerns
  • Difficulty navigating peer relationships
  • Lack of understanding and insight into couples therapy
  • Lack of medication effectiveness in reduction of symptoms
  • Improving self-awareness
  • Navigating significant life transitions and events (i.e. trauma, loss, relocating, changing careers/school)
  • Guidance to strengthen and grow work performance (i.e., first responders, nurses, etc.)
  • Curiosity of overall functioning and possible genetic predisposition
Meet our Testing Team
We are in network with Aetna, BCBS PPO, BCBS Blue Choice, Optum/United Healthcare, Medicare, and Tricare West.
Contact Information
Office Locations: 919 N. Plum Grove Rd, Suite C, Schaumburg, IL 60173 1095 Pingree Rd, Suite 210, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 800 Roosevelt Rd., Building A, Suite 321, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Phone: 847-413-9700 Fax: 847-413-1701
E-mail: admin@personalgrowthassoc.com
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