Psychological & developmental evaluations
An evaluation should do more than tell you whether a diagnosis fits. It should help you understand what's happening, why it may be happening, and what the next steps could look like.
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Science, not shame.
Maybe you're wondering about ADHD or autism. Maybe school is becoming harder, behavior has changed, or you've spent years feeling that something important was missed.
The goal is not to force a person into a label. We consider development, strengths, everyday demands, environment, and other possible explanations before arriving at a formulation.
Sometimes an evaluation leads to a diagnosis. Sometimes it clarifies what is not driving the concern. Either way, the questions you bring deserve thoughtful attention.
Find your starting point
You don't need to know which evaluation is right for you. Start with what concerns you, then explore the possibilities.
What best describes your questions?
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These are possible starting points, not a list of tests you must choose from.
Not sure which direction fits? That's okay. These concerns often overlap. You don't need to identify the correct evaluation yourself. Our office can help you determine an appropriate starting point.
Contact & Get Started →Two settings, one philosophy
Through DrMarkBowers.org, virtual evaluations and consultations are available to eligible clients in participating jurisdictions. Brighton Center for Neurodevelopment is the in-person clinical setting in Michigan for local individuals and families as well as those who choose to travel.
ADHD, autism, and broader neurodevelopmental evaluations may be offered through either route. PDA and autism/PDA assessments are virtual; learning and neuropsychological evaluations are in person. The right plan also depends on age, referral questions, test requirements, and outside documentation needs.
ADHD, autism, combined ADHD/autism, PDA-focused, and broader clinical evaluations may be available remotely when appropriate and permitted.
Live consultation → and Dr. Bowers Direct →, a written exchange, are also virtual services.
View the official PSYPACT map → The map is a reference, not confirmation of eligibility for a particular appointment.
ADHD, autism, combined evaluations, and broader clinical questions can be addressed in person. This is also the setting for learning and neuropsychological testing when an in-person assessment is needed.
Start with the clinical question. The assessment type and setting can then be considered together, rather than choosing a location before knowing what you need.
What to expect
Share what prompted you to seek evaluation, relevant history, prior assessments, and what answers would help you move forward.
Interviews, records, observations, questionnaires, and selected measures may be used as appropriate to the person and referral questions.
Findings are integrated into a clinical explanation, with diagnosis when supported and recommendations suited to the individual situation.
Questions people often bring
Not always. Education, environmental supports, consultation, and skill-building can begin without a formal diagnosis. An evaluation can still be important when it may clarify a complex picture, guide care, or provide documentation required for particular services or accommodations.
No. Adults may seek an evaluation after years of noticing patterns or feeling misunderstood. The purpose, likely benefits, and limitations of assessment are worth discussing before deciding whether formal testing is the right step.
That concern deserves a real conversation. A diagnosis is one kind of information, not the definition of a person. Good evaluation also pays attention to strengths, lived experience, context, and how the findings will actually be used.
No. Some evaluations can be completed remotely when appropriate, while others require in-person administration or observation. Particular schools, programs, insurers, or other agencies may also have their own documentation requirements. Confirm those before choosing an evaluation route.
That is common. Attention, autism characteristics, anxiety, learning differences, sleep, and stress can overlap or interact. Assessment should consider alternate and co-occurring explanations rather than assume the first label is the full answer.
You can begin with consultation, Dr. Bowers Direct, or educational resources. A formal evaluation is one pathway, not the only meaningful way to get started.
Start with the question you actually have
Explore evaluation options, ask about a consultation, or begin learning through Here's What We Can Do™. There is room to choose a path that fits your needs right now.
Get started today before this once in a lifetime opportunity expires.
