Starting or continuing your mental health journey can feel overwhelming—especially when you don’t have clear answers. You may find yourself asking questions like: Why do I feel this way? Do I really have PTSD or anxiety or depression? Are my concentration issues due to ADHD or trauma? Why do I struggle in relationships or under stress? Why haven’t past treatments worked for me? A psychological assessment can help bring clarity to these questions and more.
Why Pursue an Assessment?
People pursue assessments for many reasons. Some are just beginning to explore their mental health and want a fuller picture of themselves. Others have spent years in therapy or tried multiple medications but still feel misunderstood or misdiagnosed. Many are looking to understand longstanding patterns; identify conditions like PTSD, mood disorders or ADHD; or consider how to improve functioning at work or school. Whatever your reason, assessment is not just about getting a diagnosis—it’s about connecting the dots, making sense of your experience, and identifying the most helpful next steps.
Our goal is to offer a collaborative, compassionate process that centers your unique context. We take seriously how culture, trauma, identity, and environment shape mental health—and we’re here to help you understand your story in a new, empowering way.
What Assesment We Offer at TREC DC
We provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive assessments to support insight and growth. All services include feedback and tailored recommendations.
- Comprehensive Psychological Assessments:
In-depth evaluations to identify mental health diagnoses, including PTSD or ADHD, and understand emotional, relational, and behavioral patterns. This includes testing sessions, analysis, a written report, and a 50-min feedback session. - Second Opinions / Evaluation Reviews:
Thoughtful re-examination of past assessments to clarify results, explore alternative explanations, and offer psychoeducation or updated recommendations. Written summaries available upon request.
What Assessment We Don’t Offer
We do not provide:
- Disability determination evaluations for federal benefits (e.g., Social Security)
- Psychoeducational, cognitive, or neuropsychological testing
Next Steps
If you’re unsure whether an assessment is right for you, we invite you to reach out for a consultation. We’ll help you explore your options and decide what kind of support will serve you best. You can book a free consultation online with Dr. Melanie Arenson using the following link: https://trecdc.janeapp.com/. Please note that individuals need to be physically in the state of Virginia at the time of testing.
Understanding is powerful. We’re here to help you find it.
