LGBTQ+ Affirming Neuropsychological Testing in San Diego

Supportive, Affirming Neuropsychological Testing for All Ages (7+)

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Affirming. Informed. Individualized.

At KMN Psych, we understand that neuropsychological testing is not one-size-fits-all. Every person’s lived experience, including their gender identity, sexual orientation, and cultural background, shapes how they think, feel, and interact with the world. Our assessments honor that full picture.

We provide affirming, trauma-informed evaluations designed to uncover each individual’s cognitive strengths, emotional patterns, and areas of need within the context of who they are, not apart from it. Our clinicians interpret test results through a culturally responsive lens, considering how experiences of minority stress, discrimination, and resilience influence mental health and cognitive functioning.

Neuropsych testing, without the fuss.

We are passionate about making comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation simple and accessible for everyone.

Who Benefits From LGBTQ+ Affirming Neuropsychological Testing

LGBTQ+ affirming neuropsychological testing in San Diego is appropriate for anyone who wants diagnostic clarity from a provider who will interpret results without bias.

People commonly seek affirming evaluations when:

  • Previous testing felt incomplete, dismissive, or didn’t account for their identity
  • They’re seeking a first-time diagnosis and want their results to reflect their full context
  • Symptoms — attention difficulties, emotional dysregulation, learning challenges — haven’t been fully explained
  • They need diagnostic documentation for academic or workplace accommodations
  • They want to understand whether symptoms reflect ADHD, autism, anxiety, or something else entirely

If you’re unsure whether testing is the right next step, our intake process is designed to help clarify that.

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Our Approach to Affirming LGBTQ+ Mental Health Services

Creating a safe and affirming assessment experience requires intentionality at every step. Our approach is built on three core principles that guide how we conduct evaluations and interpret results for LGBTQ+ clients and families.

Respectful Environment From the Start

Every client is met with respect, dignity, and genuine curiosity. We use inclusive language, honor chosen names and pronouns, and create a safe space where you can show up authentically. From intake through feedback, we prioritize safety, respect, and validation.

Understanding the Whole Person

We don't just administer tests; we take time to understand your unique experiences and how they may influence cognitive and emotional functioning. Our evaluations consider the impact of minority stress, experiences of discrimination, gender-affirming medical care, and resilience factors that shape your mental health and neurocognitive patterns.

Comprehensive Evaluation Using Standard Measures

We use the same evidence-based neuropsychological measures with all clients, including assessments of attention, memory, executive functioning, mood, and learning differences. What makes our approach affirming is how we interpret these results through a culturally responsive lens that honors your lived experience and avoids pathologizing responses rooted in minority stress or trauma.

Collaborative and Empowering

From intake to feedback, our team works closely with clients, families, and referring providers to ensure that recommendations are personalized, actionable, and aligned with your goals. We take the time to discuss findings in clear, meaningful ways, empowering you with insights that support growth, self-understanding, and next steps in care.

About LGBTQ+ Affirming Neuropsychological Testing

KMN Psych is a welcoming place for LGBTQ+ individuals, parents, and families seeking neuropsychological testing in San Diego. Whether you’re an adult looking for answers about your own cognitive or emotional functioning, a parent pursuing an evaluation for your child, or a family navigating the process together, you’ll be met with respect and care from the first phone call through your feedback session.

Our clinical team uses the same comprehensive, evidence-based measures with every client, and we interpret them with cultural humility, recognizing that identity, family, and lived experience are part of the full picture. The result is a diagnostic understanding that reflects who you actually are, paired with clear recommendations you can take to schools, employers, or outside providers.

KMN Testing Measures Used:

  1. The Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS-5)
  2. WISC-V (Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children)
  3. Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI-3)
  4. BVMGT (Bender Visual-Motor Gestalt Test)
  5. Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)
  6. Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales (VABS)
  7. Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function (BRIEF) Assessment Tools
  8. Wisconsin Card Sorting Test (WCST)
  9. WIAT-4 (Wechsler Individual Achievement Test)
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The Testing Process at KMN Psych

Schedule an Appointment

To learn more information about KMN Psych, verify your insurance coverage, or schedule an appointment for you or your loved one, complete the form below, and we will get back to you in 24 hours. We respect your privacy and hold all information discussed in strict confidence.

Or call us: (858) 923-4228

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FAQs

What makes your testing "affirming"?

Affirming testing means we use inclusive language, honor your identity, and interpret results through a lens that accounts for minority stress, discrimination, and resilience. We use the same evidence-based measures but interpret them with cultural humility and understanding of LGBTQ+ experiences.

Do you use different tests for LGBTQ+ clients?

No. We use the same standardized neuropsychological measures for all clients. What differs is our interpretation. We consider how cultural factors, minority stress, and experiences of discrimination may influence test performance and mental health symptoms.

What ages do you test?

We provide neuropsychological testing for individuals ages 7 and older, including children, teens, and adults.

How long does the testing process take?

Most clients receive their written report within two weeks of their testing session. Contact us directly for current scheduling availability.

What conditions do you test for?

We evaluate for ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, mood and anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and psychotic disorders, among others. If you're unsure what type of evaluation fits your situation, our team can help clarify during the intake process.

Do you accept insurance?

We accept PPO insurance and self-pay. Our team can help verify your benefits as part of the intake process.

Schedule an Appointment

To learn more information about KMN Psych, verify your insurance coverage, or schedule an appointment for you or your loved one, complete the form below, and we will get back to you in 24 hours. We respect your privacy and hold all information discussed in strict confidence.

Or call us: (858) 923-4228