How long does ADHD testing take, and when will I get results?
Quick Answer
ADHD testing at Kellen Mental Health is usually completed in one focused appointment using a Continuous Performance Test (CPT), an objective assessment that measures attention, timing, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. This is not a comprehensive psychological evaluation, it is a focused diagnostic support tool. After you finish, we schedule a results visit to review your scores, talk through what they mean, and plan next steps. In many cases, results are reviewed about two weeks after your initial evaluation.
Detailed Answer
ADHD testing at Kellen Mental Health is designed to be clear and efficient. Most people complete testing in a single appointment, either in person or through online therapy and virtual counseling. We start by getting to know you. In an Integrative Psychiatry evaluation, your clinician spends about 60 minutes reviewing your symptoms, health history, sleep, stress, and goals. If ADHD is a concern, we may recommend a Continuous Performance Test (CPT), an objective assessment that measures attention, timing, impulsivity, and hyperactivity.
This is not a comprehensive psychological evaluation. A full evaluation of the type typically conducted by a psychologist is usually lengthy and may include detailed clinical interviews, review of school records and developmental history, input from teachers or family members, multiple standardized rating scales, and cognitive testing. These assessments can cost thousands of dollars and, while they are necessary in some cases, they are not required for every individual or for appropriate treatment in all situations. Our CPT is a focused, accessible tool that gives your clinician a data-driven profile to help inform diagnosis, guide treatment planning, and track progress over time.
When will you get results? After your test is complete, we set a separate results visit so you are not rushed. In many cases, this follow-up is scheduled about two weeks after your initial evaluation. Together, we review your scores, connect them to your real-life challenges, and decide on next steps.
Your plan may include individual therapy, skills-based counseling such as CBT, ADHD and executive functioning coaching, and integrative supports that fit your routine. If medication is part of your care, your clinician can explain any testing requirements and how often updates are needed.
If you want to learn more, reach out to schedule a brief consultation.