Comprehensive ADHD Evaluation
ADHD Testing for Adults in Poulsbo, Washington
Aim for clarity. Dr. Michelle Maciel, licensed clinical psychologist, provides comprehensive ADHD testing and evaluation for adults across Kitsap County, including Poulsbo, Bainbridge Island, Bremerton, Gig Harbor, Port Orchard, and Silverdale.
Request an ADHD Evaluation
Your information is kept strictly confidential.
Licenced Clinical Psycologist
In-Person & Tele Psychology
Detailed Written Report
Discrete & Confidential
When to Consider Testing
Who Benefits from an ADHD Evaluation?
ADHD presents differently across individuals and across the lifespan. At least half of children with ADHD continue to manifest symptoms as adults. The DSM-5 defines ADHD as a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity. There are specific criteria for age of onset, number of settings, disturbance in functioning, number and duration of symptoms, and differential disorders. A comprehensive evaluation distinguishes ADHD from other potential causes and provides you with the clarity you want.
Adult Hyperactivity-Impulsivity
- Feeling unable to relax or internally uncomfortable being still for extended periods.
- Tapping feet or hands, playing with a pen, or squirming in seat.
- Getting up in situations where remaining seated is expected.
- Inability to engage in leisure activities quietly or engaging in excessive self-talk.
- Acting as if driven by a motor, often resulting in others feeling exhausted trying to keep up.
- Dominating conversations or talking non-stop.
- Completing others’ sentences or unable to wait for a question to finish.
- Extreme impatience while waiting in line or in traffic.
- Intruding on conversations or activities, or taking over what others are doing.
Adult Inattention
- Being sidetracked by extraneous stimuli or unrelated thoughts.
- Forgetting to return calls, file paperwork, or keep appointments.
- Misplacing essentials like wallets, keys, paperwork, or phones.
- Starting tasks but quickly losing focus and failing to finish duties.
- Frequently overlooking details or producing inaccurate work.
- Difficulty remaining focused during lectures, conversations, or lengthy reading.
- Mind seeming elsewhere even without obvious distraction.
- Poor time management, messy work, and difficulty managing sequential tasks.
- Problems with self-motivation.
Referrals and Consultations
- We welcome physician, psychiatrist, and therapist referrals.
- We welcome requests for clarification of prior assessments and evaluations.
- We welcome updated evaluations for existing ADHD diagnosis.
- We welcome second opinion requests.
The Evaluation Process
What to Expect
An ADHD evaluation is more than a questionnaire. A comprehensive evaluation is tailored to your concerns and unique history, and concludes with a detailed written report.
Clinical Interview
A holistic intake covering developmental, medical, academic, occupational, and psychosocial history.
Standardized Testing
Validated measures of executive functioning and cognitive domains, scored against age norms.
Collateral Input
Where appropriate, observations from parents or partners inform the evaluation process.
Feedback & Report
A debrief visit and a detailed written report with diagnostic impressions and individualized recommendations.
About the Psychologist
Dr. Michelle Maciel
People across the Kitsap Peninsula seek out The Branches Psychology for astute, clinical evaluations and discreet, unhurried care.
Dr. Maciel provides NeuroPsychological and Psychological Testing, Consultation, and PsychoTherapy in Poulsbo, Washington.
Doctorate
Clinical Psychology
License
Washington State
Practice
Testing & Evaluation
Service Area
ADHD Testing Across Kitsap County
The Branches Psychology serves patients throughout the Kitsap Peninsula. In-person ADHD evaluations take place at our Poulsbo office, with portions of select assessments available via Tele Psychology where clinically appropriate.
Poulsbo Primary Office
Bainbridge Island
Serving
Bremerton
Serving
Frequently Asked
ADHD Testing Questions
How long does an ADHD evaluation take?
Do you test adults for ADHD?
Yes. Dr. Maciel evaluates adults for ADHD, including individuals who suspect they were missed in childhood.
What is included in the written report?
Do you serve patients outside of Poulsbo?
Do I need a referral to schedule an ADHD evaluation?
How much does an ADHD evaluation cost?
Aim for Clarity
Schedule your ADHD evaluation at The Branches Psychology and take the first step toward a clear diagnosis.