Beyond the Scores: Making Sense of Psychological Testing
Douglas Ballroom Target Audience: Family Law Professionals Presented by: Dr. Rick Biesinger, Psy.D., NCC
11:00 AM - 12:00 PMThu
DOUGLAS BALLROOM
Faculty
Rick Biesinger
Psy.D., NCC
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-Presentation Description: Psychological assessments can be powerful tools in family court evaluations and litigation, but they are often misunderstood or over-relied upon. This practical, jargon-free session will help family law professionals understand the differences between psychological, neuropsychological, and psychoeducational evaluations; what testing can and cannot tell us; and how culture, language, context, and test limitations affect interpretation. Participants will leave better prepared to read assessment reports critically, ask informed questions, and collaborate effectively with mental health professionals. -Presentation Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, attendees will be able to: 1. Differentiate types of psychological assessments and their purposes. 2. Identify the key capabilities and boundaries of psychological testing. 3. Recognize common assessment measures and understand their primary advantages and limitations.