The Testing Psychologist Podcast

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. Dr. Liz Angoff returns to dive deeply into the art and structure of feedback sessions with parents. Dr. Liz emphasizes the insight that “feedback begins at intake,” sharing practical strategies for preparing families throughout the evaluation process to avoid surprises during feedback meetings. We discuss common pitfalls, such as withholding diagnostic impressions until the final session, and highlight the value of continuous communication to ensure parents leave empowered and confident. Dr. Liz offers concrete advice, from using visual aids and simplifying language to effectively navigating challenging conversations when parents disagree or resist diagnostic findings. Overall, we explore how practitioners can make feedback sessions more collaborative, therapeutic, and supportive for both children and families. Cool Things Mentioned The Testing Psychologist mastermind groups and business consulting Book: “Feedback That Sticks” by Karen Postal and Kira ArmstrongLink to purchase NeuroWild comics for visual explanations of autism and executive functioningNeuroWild on Instagram | NeuroWild on Teachers Pay Teachers Matt Lowry’s autism-related memesMatt Lowry’s website Dani Donovan’s ADHD comicsADHDDD “Our Brains” collaborative workbook by Dr. Liz (Kickstarter Campaign)Explaining Brains – Our Brains Handout generator (AI-generated resources for explaining diagnoses)Explaining Brains Handout Generator Free intake and feedback session visual aids and templates provided by Dr. LizExplaining Brains Practitioner Resources Dr. Stephanie Nelson episodes on the Testing Psychologist podcast Featured Resources I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice! PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com. TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s! I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!t. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health! About Dr. Liz Angoff Liz Angoff, Ph.D., is a Licensed Educational Psychologist with a Diplomate in School Neuropsychology, providing assessment and consultation services to children and their families in the Bay Area, CA. She is the author of the Brain Building Books as well as a brand new book called Our Brains, created specifically for parents.More information about Dr. Liz and her work is available at www.ExplainingBrains.com.Get in Touch Website: www.ExplainingBrains.com Check out the new book at www.ExplainingBrains.com/ourbrains Email: Liz@DrLizAngoff.com About Dr. Jeremy Sharp I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents. As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids. Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call! Schedule Your Call

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Robyn Miller to explore why every mental health practitioner needs a professional will. After experiencing the loss of her closest colleague and being thrust into managing her practice, Dr. Miller shares stories of clients who discovered their therapist’s death only after weeks of unanswered calls, and others who never learned what happened to years of their records. Through personal experience—including my own recent confrontation with mortality before heart surgery—we discuss practical steps for creating an effective professional will that ensures your clients receive compassionate care during an unexpected transition.  Cool Things Mentioned The Testing Psychologist mastermind groups and business consulting TheraClosure: Dr. Miller’s service helping clinicians create comprehensive professional wills Exclusive 15% discount with code “SHARP” for podcast listeners Free “Ultimate Professional Will Checklist” available on the TheraClosure website Complimentary 20-minute consultations for those ready to take this step Featured Resources I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice! PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com. TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s! I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health! About Dr. Robyn Miller Robyn Miller, Ph.D., Founder, is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in Bethesda, MD since 2002 and is also licensed by PsyPACT since 2021. Robyn practices from a psychodynamic and relational perspective and treats teens and adults. Robyn specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, eating issues, menopause concerns, and life transitions. Robyn received a BA in Child Study from Tufts University, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Rochester. Robyn completed a predoctoral internship at Harvard Medical School/ Massachusetts Mental Health Center and a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard University Health Services. Robyn has provided training, supervision, coverage, and Practice Executor consultation and services, has written on Professional Wills, and has appeared on podcasts to discuss this topic. Get in Touch Website: www.theraclosure.com Email: robyn@theraclosure.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynmillerphd/ Website: www.robynmillerphd.com About Dr. Jeremy Sharp I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents. As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids. Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call! Schedule Your Call

Dive into the fascinating world of Pearson’s Q products, where Q-Interactive meets Q-Global! Discover what makes each platform unique and how they can enhance your assessment practices. Explore the historical context and debunk common myths around these digital tools. Plus, learn about the shift to digital testing and the importance of selecting the right system to meet your goals. The conversation also touches on the benefits of mastermind groups for practice development, offering invaluable support for professionals.

Dive into the intriguing world of ADHD as this discussion tackles the fluctuating nature of symptoms. Recent research, including insights from the MTA study, reveals that ADHD isn't a static trait but rather changes with age and environment. Listeners learn about the implications for diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing the need for flexibility in clinical models. The conversation also explores what ‘remission’ really means and offers practical tips for clinicians to enhance assessments and follow-up care. Perfect for those grappling with inconsistent ADHD data!

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. In this episode, I sat down with my friend and returning guest, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper, for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about her family’s leap into full-time RV life and how it’s impacted her leadership, practice culture, and mental clarity. We dug deep into the experience of running a group practice remotely, the evolving dynamics of delegating projects vs. tasks, and the personal transformation that can come from letting go—physically and professionally. Tara shared powerful reflections on the visionary-integrator relationship, the emotional labor of leadership, and how EOS continues to shape her team and systems. We also explored what it means to slow down as a driven entrepreneur and how intentional structure (and trust in your people) can help rein in relentless forward momentum. Cool Things Mentioned The Testing Psychologist mastermind groups and business consulting Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino Wickmanhttps://amzn.to/3TPWZKD Deep Work by Cal Newporthttps://amzn.to/3xjlByn So Good They Can’t Ignore You by Cal Newporthttps://amzn.to/3TK6HhP The Talent Code by Daniel Coylehttps://amzn.to/3VW9D1j Tara’s Podcast: The Culture Focused Podcasthttps://www.taravossenkemper.com/podcast Tara’s Consulting & Membership Infohttps://www.taravossenkemper.com Featured Resources I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice! PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com. TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s! I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health! About Dr. Tara Vossenkemper Tara Vossenkemper, PhD, LPC, is a consultant, podcast host, and speaker who helps group practice owners build thriving teams and cultures (without losing their minds in the process). Known for blending humor with actionable insights, Tara leverages her own experience running a successful mid-size group practice to help other leaders tackle hiring challenges, streamline their systems using EOS, and create workplaces people genuinely love. When she’s not podcasting about practice ownership or facilitating masterminds, you’ll find her traveling the country in an RV, homeschooling her kids, and dreaming of one day planting a chestnut orchard and getting back into homesteading. Get in Touch Website: www.taravossenkemper.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/drtaravossenkemper Listen to Tara’s podcast About Dr. Jeremy Sharp I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents. As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids. Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call! Schedule Your Call

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. After wrapping up yet another year of reviewing doctoral internship applications, I’m struck by the high quality of the applicants. There are some incredible grad students out there who are going to be fantastic psychologists! In today’s episode, I’m sharing some personal thoughts on what makes an application stand out in a sea of often good applicants. Cool Things Mentioned The Testing Psychologist mastermind groups and business consulting Featured ResourcesI am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice! PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com. TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s!I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health! About Dr. Jeremy Sharp I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents. As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids. Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call! Schedule Your Call

Lately, I’ve noticed a concerning drop in incoming calls to my practice, and in this episode, I’m going to talk about how vital metrics and data analysis are for uncovering and fixing problems like this. I’ll share the systematic way I’ve been investigating this, focusing on the key performance indicators that matter most. You’ll hear about the steps I’m taking to optimize our intake process. For me, it all comes down to the fact that tracking these numbers gives us crucial insights into the health of the practice, allowing us to make smart choices. Cool Things Mentioned The Testing Psychologist mastermind groups and business consulting Featured Resources I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice! PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com. TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s! I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!it. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!redit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health! About Dr. Jeremy Sharp I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents. As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids. Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call!

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. In today’s episode, Dr. Stephanie Nelson returns to explore the evolution of evaluation reports, emphasizing the need for a shift from traditional diagnostic approaches to a more contextual understanding of clients. We discuss the limitations of relying heavily on diagnoses and numbers and try to broaden the field for consideration of assessment results and recommendations. The conversation also highlights the need for a holistic view of individuals, considering their core beliefs and others factors, while also addressing the practical implications of these insights in assessment and recommendations. As always, Stephanie brings a fresh perspective that will give you lots to think about and potentially change in your practice! BONUS: Stephanie is doing a talk about functional neuroanatomy at the upcoming AAPdN conference! There’s still time to register and catch this discussion, as well as many others. Cool Things Mentioned The Testing Psychologist mastermind groups and business consulting The End of Average – Buy on Amazon Conversations in Critical Psychiatry – Buy on Amazon Psychological Testing That Matters – Buy on Amazon The Upside of Your Dark Side – Buy on Amazon Psychiatry in the Margins (Substack by Awais Aftab) – Read here My Primals (UPenn’s Primal Beliefs Test) – Take the test High-Top Systems (Transdiagnostic Psychological Measures) – Explore here Featured Resources I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice! PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com. TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s! I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health! About Dr. Stephanie Nelson Dr. Stephanie Nelson is a pediatric neuropsychologist who specializes in complex differential diagnosis. She is board certified in both clinical neuropsychology and pediatric neuropsychology, and she is currently the president of the American Board of Pediatric Neuropsychology. She has a private practice in Seattle, WA. She also has a consultation practice called The Peer Consult, through which she provides consultation to psychologists and neuropsychologists who specialize in pediatric assessment. Get in Touch Website: www.thepeerconsult.com About Dr. Jeremy Sharp I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents. As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids. Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call! Schedule Your Call

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. Today, I welcome Dr. Rachel Loftin, Chief Clinical Officer at Prosper Health, to discuss the evolving landscape of online autism evaluation and therapy. We dive into Dr. Loftin’s career journey, the neurodivergence movement, the challenges of remote autism assessments, and the importance of maintaining clinical rigor while using digital tools. This conversation covers both the ethical and practical aspects of online autism services and provides a lot of takeaways on an increasingly popular topic! Here are a few topics that we discuss: Dr. Loftin’s professional background and journey into autism evaluation The rise of the neurodivergence movement and its impact on clinical practice The challenges and benefits of online autism assessments How Prosper Health conducts autism evaluations remotely with clinical fidelity The role of masking and camouflaging in autism diagnosis Strategies for maintaining rigor and reliability in remote psychological evaluations The importance of community in therapy and the benefits of peer support through digital platforms How psychologists can be involved in online autism assessment and therapy Cool Things Mentioned The Testing Psychologist mastermind groups and business consulting Prosper Health – Prosper Health Website Echo Autism – Echo Autism (Case conferences & professional development) Featured Resources I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice! PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com. TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s! I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!E credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health! About Dr. Rachel Loftin Rachel Loftin is the chief clinical officer of Prosper Health, a company that provides remote therapy and evaluation for neurodivergent adults. Rachel is a clinical psychologist and autism specialist based in Chicago. She has nearly 20 years of experience in clinical and academic settings. Get in Touch Website: www.prosperhealth.io (referrals) Blog: https://www.prosperhealth.io/blog  Email: rachel@prosperhealth.io About Dr. Jeremy Sharp I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents. As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids. Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call! Schedule Your Call

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. We all know that an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system is essential for running a practice, but here’s the thing—it’s not enough. If you want a truly profitable, efficient, and stress-free practice, you need a complete tech stack that goes beyond your EHR. Today, we’re breaking down the best tools to help you automate workflows, enhance patient engagement, and optimize financial management—all while staying HIPAA-compliant and ethical. We’re also tackling the big questions: What’s worth investing in? What do you really need? And how do you implement these tools without overwhelming yourself or your team? Let’s dive in. Cool Things Mentioned The Testing Psychologist mastermind groups and business consulting TherapyNotes: www.therapynotes.com Zoom for Healthcare: www.zoom.us/healthcare Heidi AI: www.heidiai.com NoteZap: www.notezap.com Reverb: www.reverbreports.com Liz Angoff’s resources on AI and assessment JotForm: www.jotform.com SurveyMonkey HIPAA: www.surveymonkey.com Featured Resources I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice! PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com. TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s! I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!it. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!redit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health! About Dr. Jeremy Sharp I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents. As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids. Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call! Schedule Your Call