Assessment Types

Bariatric

A pre-surgical bariatric evaluation helps determine whether you are emotionally, behaviorally, and mentally prepared for weight loss surgery. The assessment includes a review of your medical and weight history, eating habits, mental health, and readiness for the lifestyle changes required after surgery. Most evaluations are completed in 90-180 minutes, with recommendations provided to your bariatric surgery team.

Transplant

A pre-surgical bariatric evaluation helps determine whether you are emotionally, behaviorally, and mentally prepared for weight loss surgery. The assessment includes a review of your medical and weight history, eating habits, mental health, and readiness for the lifestyle changes required after surgery. Most evaluations are completed in 90-180 minutes, with recommendations provided to your bariatric surgery team.

Pain Management

A pain management evaluation helps determine whether a spinal cord stimulator or intrathecal pain pump is an appropriate treatment option. The assessment reviews pain history, mental health, coping strategies, treatment expectations, and factors that may impact treatment success. Most evaluations are completed in 90-180 minutes and include recommendations for your pain management team.

ADHD Diagnosis

An ADHD Diagnostic Evaluation is a comprehensive assessment used to determine whether symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity meet criteria for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The evaluation includes a clinical interview, review of developmental, educational, and mental health history, and cognitive evaluations, and may include an interview with a collateral source. Most evaluations are completed in 90 to 180 minutes.

Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluation

A Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluation provides an in-depth assessment to clarify mental health concerns and identify the most accurate diagnosis or diagnoses. The evaluation explores symptoms, mental health history, medical factors, life stressors, and functional difficulties to distinguish between conditions that may have overlapping presentations. Most evaluations are completed in 90 to 120 minutes, with individualized recommendations provided following the assessment.

I am an FAA Aviation Psychologist (formally known as a HIMS Psychologist). I can perform the below psychological assessments, including CogScreen – AE2. Please note I do not provide FAA neuropsychological assessments. A free private consultation is completed before the evaluation process begins to ensure VFR Wellness is the correct fit to meet your FAA evaluation needs. 

ADHD
Fast Track

An FAA ADHD Fast Track Evaluation is designed for pilots and air traffic control specialists seeking aeromedical clearance who may qualify for the FAA’s streamlined ADHD review process. The evaluation includes a clinical interview, review of academic and medical records, and assessment of current functioning to determine eligibility for the Fast Track pathway. Most evaluations are completed in 90 to 120 minutes.

Antidepressant

An FAA Antidepressant Evaluation assesses individuals using approved antidepressant medications to determine their fitness for aviation duties. The evaluation reviews mental health history, treatment response, medication side effects, and current functioning, with findings reported in accordance with FAA requirements. Most evaluations are completed in 90 to 120 minutes.

Psychological

An FAA Psychological Evaluation provides a comprehensive assessment of psychological functioning when requested by the FAA, an Aviation Medical Examiner (AME), or other aviation authorities. The evaluation may address mental health history, emotional functioning, cognitive concerns, and fitness for aviation-related responsibilities. Most evaluations are completed in 2 to 4 hours, depending on the scope of the referral and any required testing.

ATC Tier 2

An FAA Tier 2 Cognitive Evaluation is a focused assessment used to evaluate cognitive functioning when concerns arise during the aeromedical certification process. The evaluation examines areas such as attention, memory, processing speed, and executive functioning to help determine whether cognitive abilities meet FAA standards. Most evaluations are completed in 2 to 4 hours, depending on the specific FAA requirements and testing needed.

FAQs

Assessment fees vary depending on the type of assessment, the referring source, and the complexity of the testing required. The fee is discussed, identified, and agreed upon during the initial consultation. It includes all assessment‑related services such as the clinical interview, testing, materials, collaborative interviews, documentation review, writing time, the final report, feedback, and coordination with the referring provider. I strive to ensure that my assessment services remain fair and affordable.”

All assessments are completed in-person. Currently I can only offer assessment services at the Windsor, CO location. There are plans to add a Cheyenne, WY and Scotts Bluff, Nebraska location. Please call if requesting services in Wyoming or Nebraska. 

Assessments can be time‑consuming for both the client and the clinician. At VFR Wellness, a completed assessment includes the in‑person interview and testing, all materials used, the clinician’s time for writing and chart review, collaboration with the referring provider, the final report, and a feedback session to review the results.