FAQ
Here are some common questions that we get asked all the time. We thought it would be helpful to post the answers here:
Q: What is Neuropsychology
A: Clinical neuropsychology is a branch of psychology that focuses on brain function.
Q: What is the difference between a Neuropsychologist and a Psychologist?
A: A clinical neuropsychologist is a licensed psychologist with expertise in how behavior and skills are related to brain structures and systems. Clinical neuropsychologists provide evaluation and treatment to patients with attention deficit disorder, stroke, traumatic brain injury, dementia, learning deficits, and other brain disorders.
Q: When do I need to see a neuropsychologist?
A: If you or your child are experiencing difficulties in learning, attention and concentration, thinking, memory, speech, personality, or other behaviors that interfere with normal day-to-day functioning, you may be referred to a neuropsychologist.
Q: My child needs a psycho-educational assessment. Why would I want to see a neuropsychologist for that?
A: The testing done by neuropsychologists tends to be more detailed than that provided by school psychologist. For example, a school psychologist may assess academic achievement skills and/or cognitive abilities. In addition to academic skills and intelligence, a neuropsychologist may evaluate how the brain processes visual and/or auditory input and how the different brain systems integrate sensory and motor output. A neuropsychological assessment may involve assessment of the person's ability to plan, organize, and execute tasks, solve problems, and adapt to complex environments. Neuropsychological evaluations can be lengthy and are often done in several sessions. Testing samples different types of learning abilities (such verbal and non-nonverbal learning), attention, memory, problem-solving skills, organizational skills, visual perception, auditory processing, as well as the motor system. The assessment results provide in-depth information about cognitive strengths and weaknesses. Most importantly, the assessment results will be used by your clinician to generate a set of specific recommendations designed to improve your situation.
Q: Is it more expensive to have my child assessed by a Neuropsychologist instead of a School Psychologist?
A: Not really. Fees are determined based on the needs of the client and the amount of time needed to complete an assessment.
Q: Are you your services covered by Medicare?
A: No, we are a private clinic and our services are not covered by provincial healthcare plans.
Q: My private insurance pays for services provided by a Psychologist. Will I be able to get reimbursed if I see a Neuropsychologist?
A: Yes, provided that the neuropsychologist is licensed with the Order Des Psychologies Du Quebec you should get reimbursed. It is always a good idea to check with your insurance first if you have any doubts.
Q: What is Neuropsychology
A: Clinical neuropsychology is a branch of psychology that focuses on brain function.
Q: What is the difference between a Neuropsychologist and a Psychologist?
A: A clinical neuropsychologist is a licensed psychologist with expertise in how behavior and skills are related to brain structures and systems. Clinical neuropsychologists provide evaluation and treatment to patients with attention deficit disorder, stroke, traumatic brain injury, dementia, learning deficits, and other brain disorders.
Q: When do I need to see a neuropsychologist?
A: If you or your child are experiencing difficulties in learning, attention and concentration, thinking, memory, speech, personality, or other behaviors that interfere with normal day-to-day functioning, you may be referred to a neuropsychologist.
Q: My child needs a psycho-educational assessment. Why would I want to see a neuropsychologist for that?
A: The testing done by neuropsychologists tends to be more detailed than that provided by school psychologist. For example, a school psychologist may assess academic achievement skills and/or cognitive abilities. In addition to academic skills and intelligence, a neuropsychologist may evaluate how the brain processes visual and/or auditory input and how the different brain systems integrate sensory and motor output. A neuropsychological assessment may involve assessment of the person's ability to plan, organize, and execute tasks, solve problems, and adapt to complex environments. Neuropsychological evaluations can be lengthy and are often done in several sessions. Testing samples different types of learning abilities (such verbal and non-nonverbal learning), attention, memory, problem-solving skills, organizational skills, visual perception, auditory processing, as well as the motor system. The assessment results provide in-depth information about cognitive strengths and weaknesses. Most importantly, the assessment results will be used by your clinician to generate a set of specific recommendations designed to improve your situation.
Q: Is it more expensive to have my child assessed by a Neuropsychologist instead of a School Psychologist?
A: Not really. Fees are determined based on the needs of the client and the amount of time needed to complete an assessment.
Q: Are you your services covered by Medicare?
A: No, we are a private clinic and our services are not covered by provincial healthcare plans.
Q: My private insurance pays for services provided by a Psychologist. Will I be able to get reimbursed if I see a Neuropsychologist?
A: Yes, provided that the neuropsychologist is licensed with the Order Des Psychologies Du Quebec you should get reimbursed. It is always a good idea to check with your insurance first if you have any doubts.