Neuropsychological Testing

    Neuropsychological assessments include testing that aims to understand how the brain works. Neuropsychological testing can be helpful in diagnosing ADHD, learning disabilities, IQ, autism, and other areas.

    Updated at February 14th, 2025

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    Carlsbad Assessment Center for Children - Dr. MacArthur

    Contact: 442-202-4940 

    Websitehttps://www.carlsbadassessment.com/ 

    Services: Attention, memory, processing speed, impulsivity, executive functioning, cognitive abilities, and other areas are all aspects of neuropsychological assessments. 

    Insurance: No insurance. Accepts cash, check, Ivy Pay, HSA/FSA and all major credit cards.

    Location: 2945 Harding Street, Suite 205, Carlsbad, CA 92008

     
     

    Deisy Boscan, PhD

    Contact: 858-263-4226

    Websitehttps://www.lajollachilddevelopmentcenter.com/

    Services: Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis, Psychological and Neuropsychological Assessment, Consultation and Evaluation Personalized & Interpersonal Treatment Plans, ADD/ADHD evaluation and treatment, Play Therapy, Trauma Screening 

    Insurance: The fee for treatment is $260-$300 an hour. For more billing details please contact (866) 284-2771 Ext: 706

    Location: 7590 Fay Avenue, Suite 401, La Jolla, CA 92037 

     
     

    Kids in Harmony - Christine Wyeth, Ed Psy. D. 

    Contact: 619-981-4581 

    Websitehttp://www.kids-in-harmony.com

    Services: Kids In Harmony provides neuropsychological based assessment, interpretation, and research-based recommendations for children with known or suspected neurological conditions such as Learning Disabilities, Autism, AD/HD, and TBI. Other services include consultation support for 504 and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings. 

    Location: 12702 Via Cortina, Suite 201, Del Mar CA 92014

     
     

    Mindwise Psychological Services

    Contact: 858-348-8745 

    WebsiteMindwise

    Services: MindWise Psychological Services performs diagnostic evaluations for autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), intellectual developmental disorder and speech and language delay for 2 years and up. 

    Insurance: Start process with San Diego Regional Center.

    Location: 3655 Ruffin Road, Suite 260, San Diego, CA 92123

     
     

    Nature and Nurture Therapy - Danielle Parker, PhD

    Contact: 760-407-3102

    Websitehttps://www.nandntherapy.com/ 

    Services: Specialization in neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism spectrum disorder and ADHD.  

    Insurance: Out-of-pocket. Superbills available upon request.  

    Location: 169 Saxony Road Suite 114 Encinitas, CA 92024

     
     

    Positive Psychology

    Contact: 858-876-7779 and/or psychologist@positivepsychologyinc.com

    WebsitePositive Psychology

    Services: ADHD and Autism evaluations

    Insurance: 

    Tier 1 – Autism/ADHD exploration ($1800)

    Tier 2 - Comprehensive Autism or ADHD assessment ($3500)

    Tier 3—Comprehensive Assessment ($4800)

    In-person in San Diego and Los Angeles and via Telehealth for anyone in California

    Location: 8765 Aero Dr. Suite 228, San Diego, CA 92123

     
     

    Psychology 360

    Contact: 858-877-3601 

    WebsiteThe Halliday Center

    Services: Specialize in assessments and evaluations to help clarify diagnoses and identify the best supports and interventions for children, adolescents, and adults. 

    Insurance: Out-of-network

    Location6265 Greenwich Drive Suite 230, San Diego, CA 92122 and Telehealth

     
     

    San Diego Brainworks

    Contact: 858-914-1347 and/or office@sdbrainworks.com

    WebsiteSan Diego Brainworks

    Services: 18+ months for Behavioral evaluations, 2 years and up for Neuropsychological evaluation, 3 years and up for Autism evaluations.  

    Insurance: Tricare, Cigna, BlueShield, Aetna, United and Medicare

    Location

    311 F Street Suite 208, Chula Vista, CA 91910  

    6190 Cornerstone Ct E STE 216, San Diego, CA 92121

    28936 Old Town Front St., Suite 104, Temecula, CA 92590

    77564 Country Club Drive Suite 225, Palm Desert, CA 92211 

     
     

    San Diego Neuropsychology - Dr. Mark McDonough

    Contact: 760-944-9647 

    WebsiteSan Diego Neuropsychology

    Services: neuropsychological evaluation, psychological evaluation, developmental evaluation, dementia evaluations. Ages 3 years and up

    Insurance: Tricare and Medicare

    Location: 4405 Manchester Ave, Suite 206, Encinitas, CA 92024

     
     

    San Diego Youth Psychology 

    Contact: 858-356-2176 info@sdyouthpsych.com

    Websitehttps://www.sdyouthpsychology.com/

    Services: San Diego Youth Psychology offers neurodevelopmental and psychodiagnostic assessment for children (5+ years old),  adolescents, and adults

    Insurance: Medi-Cal: Dr. Patel accepts most San Diego County Medi-Cal plans for Child and Adolescent Psychological Evaluations.

    Aetna: In-network to provide therapy and psychological evaluations through Aetna. 

    Private Pay: $250 per hour. Most evaluations range from $2,500-$4,950. 

    Out-of-Network: Some insurance plans, such as most PPO plans, may offer partial out-of-network reimbursement.

    Location: 7220 Trade Street Suite 168, San Diego, CA 92121

     
     

    Sarah Turner, PhD

    Contact: 760-929-2737

    Websitehttps://www.drsaraht.com/

    Services: Dr. Sarah Turner provides a unique and specialized service working with children, adolescence, adults and families utilizing an innovative approach, emphasizing bio-psychosocial, neuro-psychological and psychodynamic underpinnings, integrating these approaches with psycho-sensory, cognitive, behavioral and affective technique.

    Insurance: Most insurances accepted – contact Billing Services 619-224-6343 to confirm if your insurance is accepted.

    Location: 2011 Palomar Airport Rd. Suite 205, Carlsbad, CA 92011

     
     

    The Halliday Center for Psychotherapy

    Contact: 760-635-3310 Ext 103 & 104 

    WebsiteThe Halliday Center

    Services: Comprehensive testing and assessment services that diagnose complex mental health conditions for ages 8 years and older

    Insurance: Aetna, Medicare and United

    Location
    355 Santa Fe Drive, Suite 200, Cardiff, CA 92007

    12625 High Bluff Drive, Suite 216, San Diego, CA 92130