Neuropsychological Assessment

Neuropsychological assessment can be pursued for a variety of reasons, but typically, it is to gain a deeper understanding of why you or your child may be struggling, find answers, and figure out what to do about it! Dr. Pamela Wineman will help you find these answers, and set you on a path toward building the resources and supports necessary to begin making progress in a way that is practical and realistic.

Testing batteries are custom built based upon the referral question. Areas assessed might include:

·  Cognitive/Intellectual abilities

·  Academic achievement

·  Executive Function skills

·  Language

·  Social-emotional functioning.

In particular, Dr. Pam has expertise in administering projective testing measures which provide a more in-depth assessment of an individual’s worldview and affective traits. The use of projectives allows for exploration of one’s thoughts and feelings at the subconscious level.

Dr. Pam sees children, adolescents, college students, and adults with a wide range of diagnostic presentations (e.g., ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disturbance, psychosis, behavioral issues, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders). She has a sub-specialty in individuals with complex mental health symptoms and psychiatric hospitalization, as well as trauma histories.

Evaluations include a review of the intake paperwork, full assessment, and feedback session, as well as a comprehensive report with clinical diagnostic impressions and detailed recommendations. Most importantly, it it understood that many presenting problems can cause significant distress and thus, timeliness is essential. Clients can expect to receive reports within a few weeks of the final appointment.  

Psychotherapy

Therapy only works if time is spent nurturing the relationship. Dr. Andrew Wineman’s philosophy is just that: take the time to get to know and understand your patient’s life experiences in order to best support them on their journey of self-discovery. He spends ample time cultivating each unique relationship in a genuine manner. Not only does this build trust and space for individuals to be in their most vulnerable state, but it helps to identify the most effective approach to treatment.

Dr. Andrew pulls from several different theoretical orientations to conceptualize each case, including most heavily relational, person-centered, and attachment-based therapies. While much of his intervention builds on these orientations, he also infuses cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques to help clients mitigate distress and improve their coping skills in the moment.

Treatment begins with a detailed intake appointment in which background history and information about the presenting problem is discussed. From there, Dr. Andrew creates a treatment plan with the input of the client and the work begins!