What We Do
Jonathan M. Gransee, Psy.D., and Associates, is a Professional Corporation with a focus on conducting psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
We are a full service evaluation agency, and can evaluate for any mental health condition. And, in terms of the type of evaluations we have conducted, to date, we have evaluated INS cases, Adoption-readiness cases, Parenting Competency cases, Child Custody cases, Juvenile De-certification cases, Autism cases, etc. With 11 years of experience in conducting over 40,000 evaluations, JMG and Associates stands ready to provide you with comprehensive reports that are custom-tailored to fit your specific needs.
We are able to assess for all mental health conditions, and below are some examples of the conditions we have assessed:
• Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders (Autistic Disorder, Asperger’s Disorder, PDD NOS, etc).
• Bipolar Disorder (children, adolescents, and adults)
• Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
• Oppositional Defiant Disorder
• Adjustment Disorders
• Attachment Disorders
• Learning Disorders
• Mental Retardation
• Abuse issues
• And more!
In addition to evaluations we also provide comprehensive Therapy services.
Excellence Is Our Goal
Each client we see is a unique individual, with unique qualities, needs, and issues. It is our goal to make every effort to fully assess for these qualities, needs, and issues, and to generate diagnostic impressions that are both accurate and helpful. In order to do so, we meet with the client, and with family (if available), and obtain information from as many sources as possible (school, family, treatment providers, etc). We view an individuals’ issues as being a result of their own personality, AND their environment, and we attempt to fully asses for both. Our diagnoses and treatment recommendations are based on this full assessment of their personality and situation.
On the Cutting Edge
Dr. Gransee and his associates use the latest testing materials, including the WAIS-III/WISC-IV for intelligence testing, the WIAT-II for achievement testing, and various screening forms and testing procedures to determine emotional/behavioral issues. Dr. Gransee has developed specific testing materials, including the Autism Spectrum Disorders Checklist (ASDC), to thoroughly screen for Autism Spectrum Disorders, and also uses the Childhood Autism Rating Scale (CARS), as well as the Gilliam Autistic Rating Scale (GARS), and other measures.
Collaboration with Referring Person/Entity
Dr. Gransee and Associates understand that the evaluation process can be anxiety-provoking, because there is a ceding of control to the evaluator regarding whether or not a diagnosis should be assigned, and what the diagnosis should be. If you are a parent, you may be concerned that your child will be misdiagnosed, and once a diagnosis has been assigned, it is difficult to have it removed, and it tends to take on a life of it’s own. At our agency, we collaborate with you…we tell you what appears to be the case, diagnostically, and you have the opportunity to discuss this with us, provide your input, and ask for consideration of alternate diagnoses. We approach each diagnosis with compassion and conservativism, and our goal is to get it right, and for you to be content with the end result.
A Conservative Approach
Dr. Gransee and Associates understand that diagnoses have tremendous power. When used for good, they facilitate treatment and appropriate accommodations. However, diagnoses can also harm, and stigmatize, and misdirect treatment, and can sometimes prove to be devastating to an individual. Dr. Gransee and his associates understand that, and never forget that they have a tremendous responsibility to get it right!
No Fads
Dr. Gransee and his associates are strongly opposed to fad diagnosing. At this time, there are three diagnoses that seem to be most prominently on the minds of the public: ADHD, Autism, and Bipolar Disorder. While each of these diagnoses are legitimate, and while there are many children/adults who meet the criteria for these diagnoses, Dr. Gransee and his associates consider every possibility for the reason for the individual’s behavioral/emotional issues, before assigning any diagnosis. With that approach, fad diagnoses are avoided as often as possible.
Expediency
Evaluations and reports lose some of their usefulness if the finished product arrives long after the meeting with the individual. Dr. Gransee and his associates have developed a very efficient process by which we can consistently produce reports in a 7 day time-frame from the time of the evaluation. In the event that an evaluation is needed in a shorter time frame, we can accommodate!
Value
Dr. Gransee and his associates understand the need to produce affordable quality reports. Due to our efficient process, we are able to produce quality evaluations and reports that are still affordable. We accept a number of insurance plans, and accept Medical Assistance, as well as cash or check. Should you have a situation where finances are an issue, we are willing to discuss this and attempt to work with you to reach a solution. We are confident that you will find our rates to be competitive.