The Psychological Services Center (PSC) provides psychological assessment for children, adolescents and adults. Evaluations help clarify strengths and challenges, answer diagnostic questions and guide treatment planning, school services or referrals. Assessments include interviewing and standardized testing over several sessions, followed by a detailed feedback meeting.
Our assessment services include evaluation of:
Assessments typically include two to three sessions to complete clinical interviewing and standardized testing to help us understand your history and current concerns. Most clients complete these sessions over several weeks, depending on the referral question and individual needs. You will then meet for a feedback session to review results and recommendations. A final written report will be provided within 4 to 6 weeks.
Adult assessment availability changes each semester based on clinician capacity. Requests are reviewed before each term, and clients are accepted on a rolling basis until spaces are filled.
Assessment slots fill quickly. We encourage you to reach out via email promptly on the dates listed above.
Our adult scheduling waitlist is currently: CLOSED
Due to high demand, we are not able to accept new adult assessment clients at this time. Please check back prior to the next assessment request opening date.
Requests for child assessments are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. Availability depends on clinician capacity.
Our child scheduling waitlist is currently: CLOSED
Due to high demand, we are not able to accept new child assessment clients at this time. Please contact us next semester to check availability.
Assessment fees are flat rates and do not vary by UB affiliation. The PSC does not accept insurance.
$450 — Comprehensive evaluations, including:
ADHD evaluations
Psychoeducational / learning disorder assessments
$300 — Basic psychological evaluations, including:
Intellectual abilities (IQ) testing
Personality testing
Psychological functioning / diagnostic evaluations
Please note: The PSC does not offer Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations for children.
Payment is due at the end of the first appointment. If full payment is a concern, please discuss options with your clinician.
When you contact the PSC about an assessment:
Psychological Services Center
Department of Psychology
College of Arts and Sciences, University at Buffalo
168 Park Hall, North Campus
197 Founders Promenade
Buffalo, NY 14260-4110