The goals of psychological assessment are to better understand a person's strengths and weaknesses, identify potential problems with cognitions, mood and coping abilities, and make recommendations for treatment/ remediation. Most insurance companies now require psychological assessment as part of your candidacy for surgical procedures or implantation devices. Your evaluation may include psychological testing, such as personality tests, mood inventories and other questionnaires. You will also have a face-to-face interview, usually scheduled for about an hour, and a brief feedback session to go over the results.
In-depth Interview
A face-to-face conversation lasting about an hour allows Dr. Ahmed to understand your background, current concerns, and motivations for the procedure.
Psychological Testing
Standardized tests may be used to assess factors like personality, mood, and coping abilities, providing a more objective picture of your psychological state.
Feedback Session
Dr. Ahmed will thoroughly review the results with you, explaining their implications and offering recommendations for treatment or additional support, if needed
This comprehensive approach helps identify any potential challenges you might face and ensures you are well-equipped to navigate the process successfully. Dr. Ahmed can also help liaise with insurance companies, which increasingly require psychological assessments for certain procedures.
Available Assessments:
Bariatric Surgery Evaluation
Solid Organ Transplant
Bone Marrow or Stem Cell Transplant
Spinal Cord Stimulators
Inspire Device for Sleep Apnea
By investing in a psychological assessment with Dr. Ahmed, you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and optimize your chances of a positive outcome.
OTHER SERVICES
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Individual Therapy Services
Dr. Ahmed offers individual therapy for adults facing various challenges, from sleep disorders & chronic illness management to navigating life transitions & mental health concerns.
She has specialized training in areas like chronic pain, neurological rehabilitation, & post-COVID-19 recovery. in additional to culturally competent care, particularly for South Asians.
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Workshops & Consultation
Dr. Ahmed offers consultation services for clinicians & businesses (e.g., sleep education, implementation of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i), establishing healthy sleep habits).
She is also available for speaking engagements, professional development, public education, or community outreach specific to sleep, health psychology, or general mental health.
TELEHEALTH
THERAPY
Dr. Ahmed prioritizes patient safety and well-being. Currently, she offers individual therapy sessions exclusively through secure and HIPAA-compliant online video conferencing. This convenient telehealth approach allows you to access effective therapy from the comfort and privacy of your own home.
Dr. Ahmed recognizes the ongoing impact of COVID-19 and remains committed to providing accessible, high-quality care. As circumstances evolve, Dr. Ahmed plans to reintroduce in-person sessions and may even offer a hybrid model (combining in-person and online appointments) to best serve patient preferences.
