Psychological & Educational Testing

Answers Rooted in Data. Clarity Backed by Science.

When you’re seeking insight into learning, attention, behavior, or emotional functioning, psychological testing can help uncover the full picture.

Testing turns confusion into understanding - and understanding into action.

The Testing Team

Dr. Serena Mazzola

Dr. Serena Mazzola is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of specialized experience in psychological assessment. She began her testing career at the renowned WestCoast Children’s Clinic, where she developed a deep foundation in trauma-informed and neurodevelopmental evaluation. Since then, she has expanded her expertise across clinical, academic, and performance domains, supervising psychological testing for Kaiser Permanente’s postdoctoral residency program and conducting complex assessments for individuals across the lifespan.

Dr. Mazzola currently leads a comprehensive assessment practice alongside Registered Testing Technician Brittany Raciti, providing individually tailored evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. Her clients range from young children being assessed for autism or learning differences, to college students and adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, or giftedness, to high-performing professionals seeking a deeper understanding of their cognitive and emotional strengths.

Whether the goal is to clarify a diagnosis, explore accommodations, or unlock greater potential, Dr. Mazzola blends data-driven insight with clinical nuance to deliver feedback that is both actionable and affirming. Her integrative, strengths-based approach ensures each client walks away with a clearer understanding of how their mind works—and how to work with it.

Brittany Raciti

Brittany is a highly skilled Registered Psychological Testing Technician with extensive experience in the administration of empirically validated, gold-standard psychological assessments. Working in close collaboration with Dr. Serena Mazzola, Brittany supports the delivery of comprehensive, insight-driven evaluations across cognitive, academic, neuropsychological, and emotional domains.

With nearly 100 full batteries administered, Brittany brings precision, warmth, and clinical fluency to each assessment. She is proficient in a wide range of standardized tools, including those used to assess attention, executive functioning, memory, and emotional regulation. Her expertise extends beyond test administration—she is also expertly trained in biofeedback and executive functioning enhancement protocols, offering clients additional tools for neurological self-regulation and peak performance.

Brittany remains committed to ongoing professional development, regularly attending the American Psychological Association (APA) conventions to stay current on best practices and emerging research in psychological science.

Comprehensive Assessments for Children, Teens, and Adults

Clarity through Comprehensive Evaluation

The Process

Why is school such a struggle? Could this be ADHD, anxiety, or something else? What kind of support would actually help? Why do I feel stuck, even though I’ve tried everything?

Psychological testing offers a structured, in-depth way to explore these questions. Through a thoughtful combination of clinical interviews, standardized assessments, we gain a comprehensive understanding of how a person thinks, learns, processes emotion, and engages with the world. The goal is clarity—so that meaningful insight can lead to more targeted, effective support.

Each evaluation is tailored to the individual. It begins with a discussion of your concerns and goals. From there, we customize a battery of tests and questionnaires suited to the individual’s age and needs. Once testing is complete, you receive a comprehensive written report, along with a feedback session to walk through the findings, answer questions, and discuss what’s next.

Assessments can explore:

  • Learning differences or disabilities.

  • ADHD and attention-related challenges.

  • Anxiety, depression, and mood concerns.

  • Executive functioning and memory.

  • Giftedness and twice-exceptionality.

Psychological testing is a structured and in-depth process designed to answer these kinds of questions with clarity and care. Using a combination of interviews, standardized assessments, and observational insights, we explore how a person thinks, learns, feels, and responds to the world around them.

Your Personalized Results

  • A clear explanation of strengths and challenges.

  • Diagnostic clarity.

  • Actionable recommendations.

  • A personalized roadmap for moving forward.

Whether you’re a parent looking for support for your child or teen, or an adult seeking your own answers, testing can be a powerful first step toward greater insight and effective support.

FAQs

How long does the process take?

What ages can be assessed?

What kinds of tests are used?

Will I get a diagnosis?

How much does it cost?

Do you accept insurance?

How do I get started?

While each evaluation is tailored to the individual, the comprehensive process typically includes:

  • A complimentary 25-minute consultation to discuss concerns and determine fit.

  • Three testing sessions, each approximately 2 hours in length.

  • A 50-minute feedback session to review findings, discuss recommendations, and answer your questions.

We provide psychological assessments for children, teens and adults, ages 5 and up. Each evaluation is thoughtfully tailored to be developmentally appropriate and aligned with the individual’s unique needs and stage of life.

We utilize gold-standard, empirically validated measures recognized worldwide. Each comprehensive battery may include cognitive and IQ assessments, academic achievement testing, attention and executive functioning tools, behavior rating scales (completed by parents, teachers, and/or the individual), emotional and personality inventories, and projective instruments when clinically appropriate.

If the testing supports a formal diagnosis (e.g. ADHD, anxiety, a specific learning disorder, etc.), this will be included in the final report. However, not every evaluation results in a diagnosis - sometimes the goal is clarification or understanding rather than labeling.

Fees vary based on the scope of the evaluation.

  • Partial Evaluation (Cognitive or Emotional/Behavioral Focus): $3,500

  • Comprehensive Evaluation: $5,000

  • Comprehensive Evaluation with Autism Assessment: $6,000

Each assessment includes all testing sessions, scoring and interpretation, a written report, and a personalized feedback session to review findings and recommendations.

All services are provided on an out-of-network basis. A detailed superbill will be issued at the end of each month, which you may submit to your insurance provider for potential reimbursement, depending on your plan’s out-of-network benefits.

Reach out to schedule a consultation. We’ll discuss your concerns, identify the most appropriate assessment approach, and address any questions you may have. From there, you’ll have space to consider your next steps—or, if you're ready, we can move forward with scheduling and begin the evaluation process.