Can the report be used for 504, IEP, or college accommodations?

Yes. Reports include specific recommendations for 504 plans, IEPs, and private school accommodations, and they routinely meet the documentation requirements of the College Board, ACT, GRE, MCAT, and college disability services.

Flagship service

Psychological Testing and Evaluation in Westlake Village

Name: Lifespan: Center for Family Psychological Services
Address: 2801 Townsgate Rd, #133, Westlake Village, CA, 91361, US
Telephone: (805) 852-5039
Price range: $$

Children, teens, and adults In-person and telehealth In-network with most major plans Same-week intake often available

Lifespan provides comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological testing for ADHD, autism, learning disorders, cognitive and academic functioning, and pre-surgical clearance. Every evaluation produces a clear diagnosis, an integrated written report, and a personalized roadmap of next steps for school, work, and treatment.

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Quiet psychological testing office with a cream armchair, monstera plant, and warm natural light at our Westlake Village location — Our Westlake Village testing office. Calm, private, and built for full-day evaluations.

Why families and adults choose Lifespan

Psychological testing answers the questions that talk therapy and pediatrician visits often cannot: Is this ADHD or is it anxiety? Is my child gifted, twice-exceptional, or struggling with a specific learning disorder? Why do I keep hitting the same wall at work or in relationships? Our team of licensed Clinical Psychologists and Neuropsychologists uses gold-standard assessments to give you a clinically rigorous answer and a plan you can act on.

Unlike standalone testing mills, Lifespan integrates evaluation and ongoing care under one roof. The same practice that diagnoses you or your child can also provide therapy, coordinate with schools, write accommodation letters, and follow up over time. That continuity is rare, and it is one of the reasons families across the Conejo Valley, San Fernando Valley, and greater Los Angeles drive to our Westlake Village office.

What we evaluate

ADHD evaluations

Comprehensive ADHD assessment for children, teens, and adults. Differentiates ADHD from anxiety, depression, learning disorders, and trauma, with separate scales for inattention and hyperactivity-impulsivity subtypes.

Autism assessment

Diagnostic evaluation for autism spectrum disorder in children, teens, and adults, using validated tools such as the ADOS-2 and ADI-R alongside cognitive and adaptive measures.

Learning disorder testing

Identifies dyslexia (reading), dysgraphia (written expression), and dyscalculia (math). Includes academic achievement testing benchmarked against age and grade peers.

504 and IEP support

Evaluation reports written specifically to support 504 plans and Individualized Education Programs. We can also attend school meetings and prepare accommodation letters.

Cognitive and academic testing

Full-scale IQ, working memory, processing speed, and academic achievement assessment using the WISC-V, WAIS-IV, WIAT-4, and WJ-IV.

Pre-surgical evaluations

Psychological clearance for bariatric surgery, spinal cord stimulator implantation, and other procedures requiring behavioral health clearance. Typically a single session with a focused report.

Giftedness assessment

For children whose abilities or twice-exceptional profile may not be captured by school screening. Reports designed for GATE and private school admissions.

Diagnostic clarification

For complex or conflicting presentations. We integrate cognitive, emotional, and personality data to clarify whether symptoms reflect anxiety, mood, trauma, ADHD, autism, or a combination.

Common signs that testing may help

Persistent difficulty with attention, focus, or concentration at school, work, or home
Academic struggles despite significant effort or high intelligence
Unexplained challenges with memory, reading, writing, or learning new material
Questions about a possible diagnosis of ADHD, autism, or a specific learning disorder
Conflicting mental health symptoms that have not been clarified by therapy alone
Social or emotional difficulties that interfere with daily functioning
A desire to identify giftedness or twice-exceptional profiles
Need for documentation to access school accommodations, IEP, 504, or workplace accommodations
Pre-surgical psychological clearance required by a surgeon or insurance
Adults who suspect a missed childhood diagnosis and want answers

The Lifespan testing process

Every evaluation at Lifespan follows a structured four-phase process. Most clients complete the full process in two to four weeks from intake to feedback.

Clinical intake

A 60 to 90 minute interview to gather your full history, the referral question, school or work records, and any prior evaluations. For children, both parents are encouraged to attend. We review your concerns in depth and design a testing plan tailored to the question at hand.

Testing sessions

One to three sessions of two to three hours each, depending on the battery. Standardized assessments are administered in a quiet, supportive environment with built-in breaks. We also collect rating scales from parents, teachers, partners, or coworkers when relevant.

Scoring, integration, and report writing

Our clinicians score every test, integrate the data with your history and collateral information, and write a comprehensive report. Standard turnaround is two to three weeks from your final testing session. Reports include diagnostic conclusions, score profiles, narrative interpretation, and specific recommendations.

Feedback session

A 60-minute meeting to walk through the report, answer questions, and discuss the recommended next steps. For children, this includes parent guidance for school advocacy. Because Lifespan also offers therapy, the transition into treatment is seamless when indicated.

Children, teens, and adults: what to expect

For children

Testing for children is paced for attention and engagement, with built-in breaks and snacks. Parents complete history forms and rating scales, and teachers are asked to contribute observations when relevant. Reports include grade-appropriate accommodation language for 504, IEP, and private school use, and we can attend school meetings on request.

For teenagers

Adolescent testing balances rigor with developmental sensitivity. We address common concerns including ADHD, learning differences, anxiety, depression, and identity. For high school students, we also provide documentation for SAT, ACT, AP, and college accommodation requests.

For adults

Many of our adult clients suspect a missed childhood diagnosis. Adult evaluations are streamlined for working professionals, often completed in two visits with telehealth options for portions of the process. Reports support workplace accommodation, graduate school documentation, and treatment planning.

What you receive at the end

A comprehensive integrated written report, typically 15 to 30 pages
Clear diagnostic conclusions with DSM-5-TR and ICD-10 codes
Score tables with percentile ranks and clinical interpretation
Specific, actionable recommendations for school, work, home, and therapy
A 60-minute feedback session to walk through results
Accommodation language ready for 504, IEP, college disability services, or HR
A signed letter or completed forms if your school, employer, or insurance requires them
The option to share the report directly with your physician, therapist, or school

Fees and insurance

Comprehensive psychological evaluations at Lifespan range from $2,500 to $6,000 for self-pay clients, depending on the referral question, battery complexity, and report depth. Most clients use in-network insurance benefits, which significantly reduces out-of-pocket cost.

We are in-network with Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, Health Net, MHN, Medicare, Optum, Tricare, TriWest, and UnitedHealthcare. For out-of-network clients, we provide complete superbills for PPO reimbursement. See our full fees and insurance page for detailed CPT codes, rates, and the benefits verification form.

Considering private pay for testing?

Many testing clients choose private pay because it is faster and more flexible. With private pay you avoid:

Wait times for benefits verification and pre-authorization
Insurance limits on testing hours or report scope
The risk of post-service denial and surprise out-of-pocket charges
A diagnostic code on your permanent insurance record

See our full private pay vs insurance comparison for details.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does the whole process take from start to finish?

Most evaluations are completed in two to four weeks from your intake appointment to your feedback session. Timelines depend on testing complexity, scheduling availability, and how quickly collateral records (school reports, prior evaluations) are received.

What is the difference between a psychological evaluation and a neuropsychological evaluation?

Psychological evaluations focus on cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and personality functioning. Neuropsychological evaluations add a deeper examination of brain-behavior relationships, including memory, attention, executive function, language, and visuospatial skills. They are often indicated after concussion, stroke, suspected dementia, or complex developmental presentations. Your clinician will determine which is most appropriate during intake.

How should I or my child prepare for a testing session?

Arrive well-rested, eat a normal meal beforehand, and bring any current eyeglasses or hearing aids. Take all regularly prescribed medications unless your clinician has advised otherwise (this is especially important for ADHD evaluations, where medication status should be discussed in advance). For children, please bring a water bottle and a snack. Inform your clinician of any recent illness, sleep disruption, or medication changes.

Will testing be covered by my insurance?

Most major insurance plans cover medically necessary psychological testing when there is a clinical referral question, such as suspected ADHD, autism, learning disorder, or cognitive impairment. We will verify your specific benefits before the intake. For out-of-network or self-pay clients, comprehensive evaluations range from $2,500 to $6,000 depending on battery complexity.

What happens after the testing sessions are complete?

Our clinicians score and integrate all of your data, then write a comprehensive report. Standard turnaround is two to three weeks from your final testing session. We then schedule a 60-minute feedback session to walk through the report, answer questions, and discuss recommended next steps for school, work, and treatment. We can also share the report directly with your physician, therapist, or school on request.

Can the report be used for school accommodations, 504, or IEP?

Yes. Our reports include specific, actionable recommendations written for use in 504 plans, IEPs, and private school accommodation requests. We can also attend school meetings on request and complete any forms required by the school or district.

Can I get accommodations for the SAT, ACT, or college?

Yes. We routinely write evaluations that meet the documentation requirements of the College Board (SAT, AP, PSAT), ACT, GRE, MCAT, LSAT, and college disability services offices. Plan ahead: documentation should typically be submitted several months before the test date.

Do you offer telehealth testing?

Some portions of evaluation, such as the clinical intake, questionnaires, and feedback sessions, can be conducted via secure telehealth for clients anywhere in California. Standardized test administration is generally performed in person at our Westlake Village office to ensure validity.

What is the primary goal of a psychological evaluation?

An evaluation aims to provide a clear, data-driven understanding of a person's mental, emotional, and cognitive functioning. By using standardized tools, we identify strengths and challenges, provide diagnostic clarity, and produce actionable recommendations for treatment, school, and work.

How do I get started?

Call (805) 852-5039 or fill out our contact form. We will ask a few questions about your referral concern, verify your insurance benefits, and schedule the intake. Most new clients are seen within one to two weeks.

Ready to take the next step?

Call us or fill out our contact form. Same-week intake appointments are often available.