As our client, you will receive an individualized psychological assessment. We have over 50 years of combined experience conducting psychological evaluations. Our evaluations assess for Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Schizophrenia Spectrum & Other Psychotic Disorders, Bipolar & Related Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive & Related Disorders, Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders, Dissociative Disorders, Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders, Disruptive, Impulse -Control, Neurocognitive Disorders, Conduct Disorders, and Personality Disorders. We have areas of specialization in our practices. We have extensive experience assessing for Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Immigration Waiver Evaluations (N-648 form), Cognitive/Intellectual, Adaptive Functioning, and Personality Evaluations. We strive to be accessible to all individuals.
We have experience assessing adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders, newly arriving refugees, individuals with ADHD, Nonverbal individuals, non-binary individuals, geriatric individuals, and non-English speaking/ESL individuals.
Dr. Sigler earned his Doctoral Degree as a Counseling Psychologist from the University of St Thomas in 2002. He works with individuals 6 years and older. Dr. Sigler specializes in psychological testing for Intellectual Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, psychiatric disorders such as mood, anxiety, trauma, neurocognitive disorders, and Waiver for Disability Exceptions evaluations. Dr. Sigler has extensive experience and training working with newly arrived refugees, immigrants, geriatric and GLBT individuals. In individual therapy he uses approaches from Developmental, Interpersonal, and Cognitive Behavior therapies. Dr. Sigler works collaboratively with social workers, parents, mental health providers, physicians and lawyers, and is experienced in working with language interpreters.
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Dr. Smith earned his Doctoral Degree as a Clinical Psychologist from Wayne State University in 1988. He works with children ages 12 and older, adolescents and adults. Dr. Smith specializes in psychological testing for Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, school accommodations, personality/psychiatric disorders and Social Security appeals evaluations. In individual therapy he uses a Cognitive-Behavioral Skills Training and/or behavioral approach and works with people with various types of anxiety, depressive and adjustment disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, intellectual disabilities and ADHD. He works closely with parents, teachers, physicians and other providers. Dr. Smith is experienced in working with language interpreters and culturally diverse populations. He is a member of the Autism Society of Minnesota.
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Phone: 651-481-0664 ext. 1
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be a significantly debilitating disorder and can lead to problems with executive functioning, including significant attentional issues, problems with planning, organization, procrastination, and time management. Receiving a comprehensive psychological evaluation can be the first crucial
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be a significantly debilitating disorder and can lead to problems with executive functioning, including significant attentional issues, problems with planning, organization, procrastination, and time management. Receiving a comprehensive psychological evaluation can be the first crucial step in understanding your problems, getting back in control of your life, and identifying the mental health services needed.
At Diverse Assessments and Treatment, we consider gender and cultural identity when interpreting the psychological tests. ADHD evaluations include cognitive/intellectual testing, assessment of attentional skills, psychiatric symptom evaluation thorough a gender/culturally relevant diagnostic assessment interview.
Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Through a thorough psychological evaluation we are able to help you pursue therapy and mental health services to recover your motivation, perspective, and joy that you once had in your life. At Diverse As
Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Through a thorough psychological evaluation we are able to help you pursue therapy and mental health services to recover your motivation, perspective, and joy that you once had in your life. At Diverse Assessments and Treatment, we take a holistic approach in our assessments of these problems and consider your gender identity, cultural identity, etc. when we conduct an assessment with you. For example, to assess your level of depression and anxiety we will perform a thorough diagnostic assessment interview which will take into account your unique perspectives on life. We will then decide which type of psychiatric symptom/personality assessment instruments to use which will be the most useful to answer your referral questions.
Individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder have deficits in social communication and social interaction, as well as restricted patterns of behavior, interests, and activities that interfere with their daily functioning. Many individuals with these issues have never been diagnosed and may be wondering why they are having so many p
Individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder have deficits in social communication and social interaction, as well as restricted patterns of behavior, interests, and activities that interfere with their daily functioning. Many individuals with these issues have never been diagnosed and may be wondering why they are having so many problems adjusting to their life circumstances. Getting a comprehensive and accurate diagnosis is a first step in understanding if you actually have Autism Spectrum Disorder or some other type of communication disorder.
At Diverse Assessments and Treatment, as licensed psychologists we use widely accepted psychological evaluation methods with well-established norms, we consider unique gender and cultural identities in our interpretation of the psychological test data. When a client comes in for an ASD evaluation they can expect to be assessed with cognitive/intellectual scales, rating scales, adaptive functioning scales, and a thorough gender/culturally relevant diagnostic assessment interview.
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder is a specific diagnosis in the broader diagnostic category labeled, Trauma and Stress Related Disorders. There is no single psychological evaluation for PTSD. A psychologist can evaluate you for PTSD. Not every traumatized person develops ongoing (chronic) or even short-term (acute) PTSD. Not everyone with PTSD has been through a dangerous event. Some experiences, like the sudden, unexpected death of a loved one, can also cause PTSD. Symptoms usually begin early, within 3 months of the traumatic incident, but sometimes they begin years afterward. The course of the illness varies. Methods used to assess for PTSD include comprehensive diagnostic interview, use of a standardized PTSD symptom rating scale, administration of psychological test(s) to evaluate cognitive functioning and severity of symptoms and make recommendations for mental health services.
Intellectual disability is a specific diagnosis in the broader diagnostic category labeled, Neurodevelopmental Disorders. To assess an individual for an intellectual disability; Drs. Sigler & Smith, Psychologists will conduct a comprehensive diagnostic interview including developmental history information from a knowledgeable reporter, administer psychological test(s) to evaluate cognitive abilities (WAIS/WISC), adaptive behavior (e.g. Vineland). This assessment requires participation from immediate family members or caregivers or significant others to complete the adaptive behavior rating scale and provide information about the individual's pre- and post-natal period, infancy, toddler, and childhood, and provide collateral information on current functioning. A good psychological assessment is a good first step in obtaining the mental health services needed.
Permanent Residents of the US, Green card holders, become citizens through the Naturalization process. During a Naturalization interview, an applicant must demonstrate an understanding of the English language, including an ability to read, write and speak words in ordinary usage. They must also demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of the history and principles and from of government of the United States.
Applicants who are unable to meet the English & civics requirements due to physical or developmental disability or mental impairment may seek an exception by submitted a USCIS form N-648. Dr. Sigler conducts a comprehensive Psychological Evaluation to assess whether an individual meets the criteria for the Medical Waiver for Disability Exceptions (USCIS form N-648)