Neuropsychological & Legal Evaluation
IN SHERMAN OAKS, CALIFORNIA
When cognitive or emotional changes affect daily life or become part of a legal matter, you need clear, accurate answers.
A neuropsychological and legal evaluation provides detailed information about how your brain is functioning. It helps determine what may be affecting your thinking, mood, and daily performance.
At Duality Psychological Services in Sherman Oaks, we offer comprehensive assessments that are clear, thorough, and grounded in clinical expertise. Our goal is to help you understand what is happening and provide documentation to support your next steps.
When You May Need a Neuropsychological or Legal Evaluation
People seek this type of testing for many reasons. Some are experiencing cognitive changes after concussion, trauma, medical issues, or long-term stress. Others need a formal evaluation for a legal case, a school district hearing, an employment-related concern, a disability claim, or a court process.
Trouble with memory or learning new information
Difficulty staying focused
Slower processing or mental fatigue
Emotional changes that feel out of character
Confusion during complex tasks
Challenges with planning or organizing
Difficulty returning to work after injury
School or workplace struggles requiring documentation
Legal teams, physicians, employers, and schools often request neuropsychological evaluations to clarify functioning and support informed decisions. Our assessments are detailed and objective, offering clarity in situations where accuracy matters.
What Neuropsychological & Legal Evaluations Include
Neuropsychological assessments examine cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning in depth. For legal cases, evaluations follow structured guidelines to ensure accuracy, neutrality, and clear documentation.
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We evaluate memory, attention, processing speed, problem-solving ability, and reasoning. Language skills and visual and spatial abilities are also reviewed. These areas help identify how the brain is functioning and where challenges may be appearing.
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Testing looks at organization, time management, planning, and follow-through. These skills often affect work, school, and everyday responsibilities.
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Emotional changes can impact cognitive performance, and cognitive struggles can affect mood. Evaluation clarifies these patterns without judgment.
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For individuals recovering from a concussion, head injury, or other medical conditions, testing helps determine how the injury has affected thinking and daily functioning.
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For legal matters, you receive a structured report written in clear, neutral language that courts, attorneys, employers, or schools can understand and use.
Why These Evaluations Matter
When so much depends on accurate information, guessing can feel unsafe and confusing. Neuropsychological and legal evaluations provide clarity that supports:
Medical decision making
Return-to-work planning
Academic accommodations
Disability or benefit claims
Legal cases requiring expert documentation
Treatment recommendations
School district hearings
Guardianship evaluations
Criminal or civil cases
A clear legal evaluation can lower stress and give you direction when faced with complex decisions.
How Testing Works at Duality Psychological Services
A neuropsychological and legal evaluation in Sherman Oaks provides clear information about memory, attention, reasoning, and emotional functioning. It offers documentation that supports medical, academic, and legal decisions.
A detailed clinical interview
Standardized cognitive and emotional testing
Review of medical, educational, or legal records
Careful interpretation of results
A full written report
Clear feedback explained in everyday language
Recommendations tailored to your needs
Legal documentation is written with precision and clarity so it can be used confidently in any required setting.
What Makes Duality Different
Duality Psychological Services offers expertise across neuropsychology, psychological testing, trauma, and complex diagnostic presentations. We bring clinical depth to evaluations while maintaining a warm, steady, and grounded style that helps clients feel supported throughout the process.
Our team is experienced with:
Personal injury cases
Workplace disability matters
Academic and school district evaluations
Medical diagnoses affecting cognition
Court-related assessments
Attorney-referred evaluations
Detailed diagnostic clarification
We take accuracy seriously and ensure that your evaluation is comprehensive, fair, and understandable.
Reach Out For Neuropsychological & Legal Testing
If you need a neuropsychological or legal evaluation, we are here to help you move forward with clear information and well-supported documentation. You do not have to navigate this process alone. With the right evaluation, you can make informed decisions and feel more grounded in what comes next.
FAQs About Neuropsychological & Legal Testing in Sherman Oaks, California
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It is a detailed assessment of memory, attention, reasoning, and emotional functioning. The results help explain changes that may affect daily life, work, or school.
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A legal evaluation may be requested after injury, for disability claims, workplace issues, academic hearings, or court cases that require clear documentation of cognitive functioning.
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Most evaluations take several hours, depending on the referral question. This allows time to assess thinking skills, emotional patterns, and functional concerns.
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You receive a clear, organized report that summarizes results, explains findings, and provides recommendations. Legal reports are written in neutral and understandable language.
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Yes. Evaluations can identify strengths and challenges and offer guidance for accommodations, pacing, or support that make returning to responsibilities more manageable.
Ready for Support That Brings Clarity?
Duality Psychological Services offers therapy and psychological testing in Sherman Oaks to help you understand your patterns, feel grounded, and move forward with more clarity. When you’re ready, we are here to talk through what you’re facing and help you take the next step.