Meet Kevin Salvas,
Our ADHD Specialist
Should I consider ADHD Testing?
Do you feel like you or your child may be struggling with:
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staying focused
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staying on task
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not being capable of controlling impulses
If you said 'yes' to any of these, you or your child may have Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder or ADHD, for short. Here at RVA Counseling, we are here to help. We are currently offering testing for children and adults ages 6 and up. We can test you or your child to see if they meet the diagnostic criteria for ADHD.
What is ADHD?
ADHD presents itself in three ways: Inattentive type, Hyperactive-Impulsive type, and a combination of the two. In inattentive type, it may be hard for someone to organize or finish a task, pay attention to details, or follow instructions asked of them. The person can be easily distracted, forget details, or daily routines. In Hyperactive-Impulsive type, a person may have trouble sitting still for a long period of time such as eating dinner or completing schoolwork. The person may fidget often or have a lot of energy and need to be in constant motion. Someone who is impulsive may interrupt others when they are speaking, have a hard time waiting their turn or listening to directions in their entirety.
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ADHD can last into adulthood as well. Some adults have ADHD but have never been diagnosed. The symptoms can cause difficulty at work, at home, or with relationships. Symptoms may look different at older ages, for example, hyperactivity may appear as extreme restlessness. Symptoms can become more severe when the demands of adulthood increase.
How Testing Works
ADHD testing will be conducted in two sessions.
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In the first session, the individual will meet with our ADHD specialist who will conduct an interview to discuss their experiences with ADHD. The discussion will focus on how ADHD symptoms have impacted their academic performance, educational history, and relationships with others. After the interview, then Kevin will administer rating scales to assist in determining whether the individual meets the criteria for an ADHD diagnosis.
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In the follow-up session, the individual will meet with our ADHD specialist to review the testing results and determine whether they meet the diagnostic criteria for ADHD.
Cost of Testing
Children (ages 6-18): $300, no insurance accepted.
Deposit due at time of scheduling is $125. The remaining $175 is due at the time of the test itself/the first appointment.
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Adults (ages 19 and up): $500, no insurance accepted.
Deposit due at time of scheduling is $250. The remaining $250 is due at the time of the test itself/the first appointment.
