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Psychological & Neuropsychological Evaluations

Q: What is the difference between psychological and neuropsychological evaluations?

Psychological evaluations assess emotional, behavioral, and mental health concerns, often diagnosing conditions of autism, anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, and personality disorders. Neuropsychological evaluations delve deeper into brain function, examining cognitive abilities like memory, attention, and problem-solving, often used for diagnosing conditions like ADHD or dementia.

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We are committed to provide evaluations that bring clear answers, accurate diagnoses, and practical recommendations that empower individuals, families, and professionals to make informed decisions with confidence.

Our experienced team of Licensed Psychologists specialize in comprehensive testing and diagnostic evaluation, helping children, adolescents, and adults of all ages.

Psychological Evaluations: Testing with children, adolescents, and adults for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Behavior and Conduct Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Autism Spectrum DIsorder (ASD), Psychotic Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress DIsorder (PTSD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Personality Disorders.

Neuropsychological Evaluations: Testing for patients with suspected neurological conditions, including Dementia, Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke, and other Neurocognitive Disorders.

Pre-Surgical Psychological Screenings: Evaluations for patients undergoing procedures such as bariatric surgery or spinal cord stimulation, ensuring psychological readiness.

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Comprehensive Evaluations.
Clear Answers.

Our psychologists provide thorough psychological and neuropsychological evaluations designed to uncover the underlying causes of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral concerns. Through structured testing and clinical expertise, we help individuals and families gain a clearer understanding of developmental, cognitive, and mental health functioning.

Evidence-Based Testing.
Accurate Diagnoses.

Using scientifically validated assessment tools and clinical interviews, our team conducts comprehensive evaluations for a wide range of conditions including ADHD, Autism, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Personality Disorders, and Dementia/Neurocogntive Disorders. Our goal is to deliver accurate findings that guide meaningful next steps for every person and family we help.

Insight. Clarity of Funtioning.
Next Steps.

A psychological evaluation is much more than a diagnosis. Each assessment includes a comprehnsive approach to understanding strengths and areas of concern. Each evaluation provides carefully detailed findings and professional recommendations to help patients, families, physicians, and educators better understand how to move forward with confidence and clarity.

Experienced, Insightful, and Evidence Based

Dr. Sternlof is a licensed health service psychologist. He is licensed in Florida and Oklahoma, and credentialied with PSYPACT to provide services across 43 states. He has more than twenty-five years experience conducting psychological testing and evaluations as well as mental health treatment for children, adolescents, adults and families. He earned his doctorate from the University of Oklahoma in Counseling Psychology and completed his clinical internship at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center working in Pediatrics, Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, and the VA Medical Center.

Dr. Sternlof conducts psychological and neuropsychological evaluations with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults to assess for a variety of mental health conditions. He serves as an expert evaluator in select Court cases, conducts pre-surgical evaluations, performs fitness for duty evaluations, and assessments with the Department of Defense. Dr. Sternlof is an appointed board member to the Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists and currently honored to serve as the Chair.

Dr. Steve Sternlof

Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Sternlof is a licensed health service psychologist. He is licensed in Florida and Oklahoma, and credentialied with PSYPACT to provide services across 43 states. He has more than twenty-five years experience conducting psychological testing and evaluations as well as mental health treatment for children, adolescents, adults and families. He earned his doctorate from the University of Oklahoma in Counseling Psychology and completed his clinical internship at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center working in Pediatrics, Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, and the VA Medical Center.

Dr. Sternlof conducts psychological and neuropsychological evaluations with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults to assess for a variety of mental health conditions. He serves as an expert evaluator in select Court cases, conducts pre-surgical evaluations, performs fitness for duty evaluations, and assessments with the Department of Defense. Dr. Sternlof is an appointed board member to the Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists and currently honored to serve as the Chair.

Dr. Sternlof is a licensed health service psychologist. He is licensed in Florida and Oklahoma, and credentialied with PSYPACT to provide services across 43 states. He has more than twenty-five years experience conducting psychological testing and evaluations as well as mental health treatment for children, adolescents, adults and families. He earned his doctorate from the University of Oklahoma in Counseling Psychology and completed his clinical internship at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center working in Pediatrics, Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, and the VA Medical Center.

Dr. Sternlof conducts psychological and neuropsychological evaluations with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults to assess for a variety of mental health conditions. He serves as an expert evaluator in select Court cases, conducts pre-surgical evaluations, performs fitness for duty evaluations, and assessments with the Department of Defense. Dr. Sternlof is an appointed board member to the Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists and currently honored to serve as the Chair.

Frequently Asked Questions

The key difference lies in education, qualifications, and scope of practice. A psychologist is uniquely qualified to perform comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations, which involve in-depth assessments and testing of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning. We often see quick "assessments" by others that only focus on one problem and fall short of ruling out other possible diagnoses. This often won't meet the criteria for their physician to prescribe or to qualify for some therapies based on insurance requirements. We specialize in providing thorough evaluations, delivering accurate diagnoses, understanding personal strengths, and giving specific recommendations based on scientific evidence.

Psychology Specialists of Florida is not in network with most insurance carriers. We recommend contacting your insurance company, but our administrative team will help you understand out-of-pocket costs. While we don't provide claims for insurance, we provide a superbill that allows you to seek reimbursment for our out of network providers. Our goal is to provide clear guidance and personalized care throughout the evaluation process.