Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. Today, I’m here with Whitney Owens to discuss the critical financial and operational factors behind transitioning from a solo practice to a successful group practice. We explore the common pitfalls that lead to group practice burnout, including improper compensation structures and premature office space expansion. Whitney shares her data-driven insights on why scaling requires a minimum of five full-time clinicians to see a significant shift in profitability, as well as the cultural benefits of adopting a W-2 model over an independent contractor framework. Whether you are currently pondering expansion or seeking to stabilize your existing group practice, this conversation provides actionable info for sustainable business growth. 03:37: The core mindset shift from clinician to business manager 04:57: The financial reality of scaling and the five clinician benchmark 09:25: Common pay structure mistakes and the W-2 vs 1099 dilemma 21:10: Financial transparency and navigating employee time off 33:02: Avoiding premature overhead costs in office space expansion 39:15: The three phase roadmap for launching a group practice 44:38: Managing high industry turnover rates through strategic overhiring 50:19: Implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System for practice structure Cool Things Mentioned Craft: the premier membership community for testing psychologists Crafted Practice: the only in-person business retreat for testing psychologists Reverb: the premier AI-powered report-writing platform for testing psychologists Water’s Edge Counseling: www.watersedgecounseling.com Wise Practice Counseling: www.wisepracticeconsulting.com Profit First: www.profitfirstbook.com Rocket Fuel: www.rocketfuelnow.com Traction: www.eosworldwide.com Greenoak Accounting: www.greenoakaccounting.com Featured Resources 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 NovoPsych brings 150+ standardized measures into one platform. If you’re interested in high quality measures for personality, disability, ADHD or Autism, try NovoPsych with a 15-day free trial via this link: https://novopsych.com/testingpsychologist  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 Whitney Owens, LPC Whitney Owens knows what it’s like to build something meaningful from the ground up. As a licensed professional counselor, faith-driven entrepreneur, and founder of Wise Practice Consulting, she’s turned her own experience running a thriving 15+ clinician private-pay group practice in Savannah, Georgia into a roadmap for practice owners who want to grow without sacrificing their faith, their income, or their life.Whitney has a rare ability to meet practice owners exactly where they are by helping them build practices that are not only profitable, but designed around the life they actually want to live. Through Wise Practice Consulting, she brings real-world strategy and faith-based grounding to practice owners who are done settling for burnout and ready to build something that works for their clients, their bottom line, and their calling.She’s also the host of the Wise Practice Podcast and creator of the annual Wise Practice Summit, a gathering of faith-based practice owners who believe you shouldn’t have to choose between a thriving business and a life well lived. Get in touch: Email: [email protected] Website: wisepracticeconsulting.com Instagram: @wise_practice_consulting Website: watersedgecounseling.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 join our Waitlist! Join the Waitlist

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. Watch the YouTube video here. In this episode, I conduct a comprehensive, hands-on review of the Practice Better EHR platform, examining its capabilities for both wellness professionals and mental health practitioners. I walk through the user experience from initial registration and onboarding to client creation, service configuration, calendar scheduling, and insurance claim generation. Throughout the live walkthrough, I evaluate the system’s extensive customization options, automated scheduling rules, and native reporting tools while highlighting critical user interface friction points and workflow segmentations that impact a psychological testing practice. Ultimately, I provide an objective assessment of where Practice Better shines, where it stumbles, and whether it stands as a viable software contender for solo and group practice owners. Main Topics Discussed 00:00: Initial Registration, Account Setup, and Onboarding Wizard Experience 01:52: Client Intake Profiles, Custom Data Entry, and Manual Saving Controls 07:13: Navigating Onboarding Guides, Administrative Access Controls, and Team Settings 09:13: Managed Billing Configurations, Payment Processing, and Claim MD Clearinghouse Integration 10:52: Practice Branding Personalization, Document Templates, and Customized PDF Design Options 12:37: Designing Online Team Booking Pages, Workflow Redirects, and Calendar Sync Constraints 19:36: Customizing Dashboard Widgets, Analytics Reports, and Booking Rules 31:48: Adding Custom Services, Locating Floating Action Buttons, and Mapping CPT and Diagnosis Codes 38:58: Clinical Note Writing, Session Record Autosaving, and CMS 1500 Insurance Claim Processing Workflows 46:38: Comprehensive Synthesis of Platform Pros, Cons, Usability Flaws, and Tiered Subscription Pricing Cool Things Mentioned Craft: the premier membership community for testing psychologists Crafted Practice: the only in-person business retreat for testing psychologists Reverb: the premier AI-powered report-writing platform for testing psychologists Practice Better: www.practicebetter.io  Claim MD: www.claim.md  Zoom Video Communications: www.zoom.com  Circle Community Platform: www.circle.so  The Testing Psychologist YouTube Channel: The Testing Psychologist – YouTube Featured Resources 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 NovoPsych brings 150+ standardized measures into one platform. If you’re interested in high quality measures for personality, disability, ADHD or Autism, try NovoPsych with a 15-day free trial via this link: https://novopsych.com/testingpsychologist  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! 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 join our Waitlist! Join the Waitlist

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Megan Helmen to delve into the complex clinical landscape of intellectual giftedness and twice-exceptionality. We explore how giftedness functions as a distinct neurotype rather than merely a high score on an intelligence test, emphasizing both its quantitative benchmarks and its qualitative realities. Dr. Helmen highlights the critical importance of looking beyond standardized psychometric thresholds, illustrating how bright children frequently utilize advanced compensatory strategies to mask underlying developmental disabilities like ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. By shifting our clinical focus from rigid score cutoffs to qualitative process observations during testing, we can better identify hidden impairments and avoid misinterpreting a child’s struggles as mere quirkiness. Our conversation offers actionable insights for refining the diagnostic interview, navigating overlapping constructs such as Dabrowski’s overexcitabilities, and connecting twice-exceptional families with appropriate educational and community resources. Main Topics Discussed 03:39: Defining Twice-Exceptionality from Quantitative and Qualitative Lenses 12:05: Understanding Asynchrony and Skill Variability in Gifted Profiles 14:57: Exploring the Link Between Gifted Traits, Anxiety, and Perfectionism 19:01: Deconstructing Dabrowski’s Five Overexcitabilities and Clinical Frameworks 27:14: Conducting Effective Diagnostic Interviews and Eliciting Parent Stories 38:56: Shifting Assessment Focus from Psychometric Scores to Process Observations 52:14: Analyzing the Intersection of Autism and Giftedness Through Discrepancy Profiles 01:05:45: Essential Resources and Interventions for Highly Gifted and 2E Individuals Cool Things Mentioned Craft: the premier membership community for testing psychologists Crafted Practice: the only in-person business retreat for testing psychologists Reverb: the premier AI-powered report-writing platform for testing psychologists National Association for Gifted Children: www.nagc.org  Davidson Academy: www.davidsonacademy.unr.edu  REEL 2E: www.reel2e.org  Bridges Graduate School of Cognitive Diversity in Education: www.bridges.edu  Bright and Quirky: www.brightandquirky.com Young Scholars Academy: www.youngscholarsacademy.org  Minnesota Council for Gifted and Talented: www.mcgt.net  American Academy of Pediatric Neuropsychology: www.theaapdn.org  Minnesota Psychological Association: www.mnpsych.org  Developmental Discoveries: www.developmental-discoveries.com Featured Resources 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 NovoPsych brings 150+ standardized measures into one platform. If you’re interested in high quality measures for personality, disability, ADHD or Autism, try NovoPsych with a 15-day free trial via this link: https://novopsych.com/testingpsychologist  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 from At Health! About Dr. Megan Helmen In her early work with autistic children and their families, Dr. Helmen became increasingly aware of how difficult and disorienting the diagnostic process could be. This awareness shaped her professional mission: to provide a more informed, compassionate, and empowering introduction to neurodevelopmental understanding. Dr. Helmen’s approach combines clinical expertise and research-backed strategies with genuine connection and a sense of humor. After more than a decade of clinical practice within medical systems, she founded Developmental Discoveries to offer a more humanized and family-centered model of service. The practice is built on ensuring that children feel welcomed and understood, while caregivers gain meaningful insight into their child’s strengths, struggles, and opportunities for growth. Get in touch: Email: [email protected] Speaking & consulting: https://www.developmental-discoveries.com/speaking Clinic website: developmental-discoveries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/developmental_discoveries/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DevelopmentalDiscoveries LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-helmen-psy-d-l-p-945b2716/ 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 join our Waitlist! Join the Waitlist

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. In this episode, I sit down with renowned assessment expert Dr. Cecil R. Reynolds to discuss the upcoming release of the Behavioral Assessment System for Children, Fourth Edition, widely known as the BASC-4. We dive into the complex science behind test construction, examining why regular revisions are necessary to combat the seven year half-life of psychological knowledge and adapt to shifting clinical realities. Dr. Reynolds shares an insider look at the specific updates featured in the new edition, including neurodiversity-affirming adjustments to item language, an upgraded autism index for early childhood, and the upcoming introduction of narrowband scales for ADHD, autism, and mood disorders. We also address the systemic challenges of test development, the critical ethical requirement to choose instruments capable of withstanding legal cross-examination, and how practitioners can directly advocate for the creation of an adult broadband equivalent of the BASC system. 00:35: The upcoming summer release timeline and rollout schedule for the BASC-4 01:18: The seven year half-life of psychological knowledge and the necessity of test revisions 06:40: Incorporating neurodiversity-affirming language into standardized items without sacrificing validity 11:17: New positive development metrics and expanded early childhood autism screening capabilities 23:26: The clinical functions and structural features of the upcoming BASC-4 narrowband scales 34:08: The psychometric dangers of diagnostic over-identification when using standalone narrowband tools 45:37: Selecting legally defensible instruments aligned with the Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing 51:54: Market realities of the test publishing industry and the path forward for an adult broadband measure 01:00:21: Defining clinical efficacy and balancing workflow efficiency with scientific accuracy Cool Things Mentioned Craft: the premier membership community for testing psychologists Crafted Practice: the only in-person business retreat for testing psychologists Reverb: the premier AI-powered report-writing platform for testing psychologists Purchase the BASC-4 Join the BASC-4 webinar trainings: https://www.pearsonassessments.com/en-us/Store/Professional-Assessments/Behavior/Behavior-Assessment-System-for-Children-%7C-Fourth-Edition-/p/P100125000?productId=A103000453455 https://www.pearsonassessments.com/en-us/Store/Professional-Assessments/Behavior/Behavior-Assessment-System-for-Children-%7C-Fourth-Edition-/p/P100125000?productId=A103000453456 Featured Resources 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 NovoPsych brings 150+ standardized measures into one platform. If you’re interested in high quality measures for personality, disability, ADHD or Autism, try NovoPsych with a 15-day free trial via this link: https://novopsych.com/testingpsychologist  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!ount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health! About Dr. Cecil Reynolds Cecil Reynolds is author of what are now 4 editions of the Behavior Assessment System for Childre, with BASC-4 about to release in 3 weeks. He is also the author of more than 50 commercially published psychological tests and a frequent contributor to The Testing Psychologist. Get in touch: Email: [email protected] 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 join our Waitlist! Join the Waitlist

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Brewer to discuss a transformative approach to hiring within private practice: the integration of artificial intelligence. Nicole shares her journey from seeking simple efficiency to discovering how AI can expose deep seated biases like overconfidence and the halo effect. We explore her structured four layer hiring process and how tools like Claude can be primed with a practice’s mission and values to provide objective, data-driven insights. This conversation offers a practical framework for practice owners to move from hiring good candidates to securing the best possible fits for their leadership and clinical teams. Key Moments 00:53: Why AI is essential for uncovering hiring biases and gaps 03:04: Identifying the four main biases that plague traditional hiring 09:19: How the level of responsibility dictates the patience required in hiring 18:31: The four layer process for vetting candidates effectively 21:17: Integrating assessments like the Kolbe and DISC into the interview flow 35:15: Technical steps for priming AI projects with practice specific context 40:33: Using AI to generate custom interview guides and candidate reports 53:35: The limitations of AI and the enduring need for human intuition Cool Things Mentioned Craft: the premier membership community for testing psychologists Crafted Practice: the only in-person business retreat for testing psychologists Reverb: the premier AI-powered report-writing platform for testing psychologists Free Hiring Prompt Pack: https://www.rethinkyourpractice.com/Hiring-Prompt Featured Resources 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 NovoPsych brings 150+ standardized measures into one platform. If you’re interested in high quality measures for personality, disability, ADHD or Autism, try NovoPsych with a 15-day free trial via this link: https://novopsych.com/testingpsychologist  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!rrent 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 Nicole Brewer, LCPC Nicole Brewer is the founder and CEO of reTHINK Therapy, a 24-person group practice in Henderson, Nevada, where she’s building what therapist employment should look like, salary-based, benefits-backed, and grounded in the belief that excellent therapy starts with great therapists. Over the past decade, she’s evolved from solo clinician to practice leader, and now shares what she’s learned with other practice owners through reTHINK Your Practice. Nicole is especially passionate about the practical, human side of running a therapy business: building teams, designing systems, and, lately, using AI to make hiring smarter, faster, and more aligned. Get in Touch: Website: www.rethinkyourpractice.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 join our Waitlist! Join the Waitlist

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. Watch the YouTube video here. Welcome back to another electronic health record review episode, where I dive deep into the platforms shaping modern clinical practices. In this episode, I provide an in-depth walkthrough of My Best Practice, an electronic health record system designed specifically by a psychologist, Dr. Ryan Fuller. I evaluate this platform through the lens of a testing psychologist, exploring its usability, onboarding experience, pricing structures, and customizable features. From automated billing workflows and open-source outcome measure graphing to the challenges of manually inputting psychological testing CPT codes and building custom notes, I break down whether this affordable system truly accommodates the unique demands of an assessment-focused practice. Cool Things Mentioned Craft: the premier membership community for testing psychologists Crafted Practice: the only in-person business retreat for testing psychologists Reverb: the premier AI-powered report-writing platform for testing psychologists My Best Practice: https://www.mbpractice.com  Featured Resources 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 NovoPsych brings 150+ standardized measures into one platform. If you’re interested in high quality measures for personality, disability, ADHD or Autism, try NovoPsych with a 15-day free trial via this link: https://novopsych.com/testingpsychologist  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 join our Waitlist! Join the Waitlist

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Wenn Lawson, an autistic researcher and author, to explore the foundational cognitive structures of autism that often go unrecognized by traditional diagnostic frameworks. We move beyond the surface-level criteria of the DSM-5-TR to discuss monotropism and how it drives core autistic experiences such as sensory processing, object permanence, and interoception. Dr. Lawson shares insights into the heavy toll of camouflaging, the reality of autistic burnout, and the “triple empathy problem” that occurs when autistic individuals navigate mismatched environments. Our conversation also provides practical, neuro-affirming shifts for clinical practice, from adapting standardized testing language to creating sensory-friendly office spaces that value authentic autistic expression. Key Moments 02:29: Limitations of the DSM-5 and the missing subtleties in current diagnostic frameworks 07:00: Gender differences in presentation and the impact of the double X chromosome on social masking 09:17: Defining monotropism as a foundational cognitive disposition in autism and ADHD 16:40: The connection between monotropism, object permanence, and relationship navigation 22:03: Interoception and the impact of internal sensing on behavior and regulation 25:37: Adaptive morphing and the mental health consequences of chronic camouflaging 32:22: Distinguishing autistic burnout from neurotypical burnout and the necessity of “passion-based” recovery 38:37: From the double empathy problem to the triple empathy problem in clinical and educational systems 41:13: Practical adaptations for the diagnostic interview and neuro-affirming assessment processes 46:48: Modifying standardized testing language to accommodate literal processing and monotropic focus Cool Things Mentioned Craft: the premier membership community for testing psychologists Crafted Practice: the only in-person business retreat for testing psychologists Reverb: the premier AI-powered report-writing platform for testing psychologists Dr. Wenn Lawson Official Website: www.wennlawson.com Dr. Wenn Lawson YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD8L-Ht_jSQxBmWe6MzZvJA  Patrick Dwyer’s research on monotropism: https://www.autisticscholar.com/monotropism/  Damian Milton and the Double Empathy Problem: www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/09687599.2012.710008 Curtin University Autism Research: www.curtin.edu.au/research/  Featured Resources 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 NovoPsych brings 150+ standardized measures into one platform. If you’re interested in high quality measures for personality, disability, ADHD or Autism, try NovoPsych with a 15-day free trial via this link: https://novopsych.com/testingpsychologist  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. Wenn Lawson Dr. Wenn, auDHD, dyslexic, and dyspraxic, is passionate about all things autism. He is a British Psychologist, a qualified Social Worker, a well-known Autistic Researcher, Author, Speaker and Poet. Wenn is a key theorist of the Monotropism theory of Autism and Adjunct Associate Professor with Curtin University, Western Australia. Get in Touch: Website: www.wennlawson.com Wenn Lawson Youtube Email: [email protected] 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 join our Waitlist! Join the Waitlist

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. In this episode, I share a review of evaluation reports from my own practice to identify the five most common writing mistakes that we’re making. Report writing is an ongoing, evolving process, and even experienced practitioners frequently fall into patterns that hinder readability and utility for clients, parents, and educators. By breaking down issues such as over-utilizing clinical jargon, structuring reports around specific test names rather than functional domains, and overwhelming readers with an untriaged avalanche of recommendations, I provide concrete strategies to transform your reports into clear, actionable documents. I also discuss the impact of pathologizing language and defensive hedging, offering practical shifts to help you establish clinical authority while remaining affirming and accessible. 00:03: Introduction to report writing as an ongoing work in progress 01:40: Mistake 1: The jargon avalanche and the “so what?” test 04:55: Mistake 2: Reporting test names versus functional skills and abilities 08:55: Mistake 3: The recommendation avalanche and how to triage effectively 13:45: Mistake 4: Shifting away from deficit-first and pathologizing language 17:28: Mistake 5: Overcoming defensive hedging and passive voice 22:14: Overview of the Craft membership community and upcoming enrollment Cool Things Mentioned Craft: the premier membership community for testing psychologists Crafted Practice: the only in-person business retreat for testing psychologists Reverb: the premier AI-powered report-writing platform for testing psychologists Featured Resources 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 NovoPsych brings 150+ standardized measures into one platform. If you’re interested in high quality measures for personality, disability, ADHD or Autism, try NovoPsych with a 15-day free trial via this link: https://novopsych.com/testingpsychologist  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!” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!hase 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 get on the waitlist! Join the Waitlist

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. I have had the pleasure of reading Dr. Tony Attwood’s work since the beginning of my career, and it was a distinct privilege to sit down with him to discuss his fifty-five years of clinical experience. We discuss the transition from early work to our current neurodevelopmental framework, highlighting the critical shift in recognizing the female autism phenotype. Dr. Attwood provides deep insight into the internal experience of camouflaging and explains his pragmatic approach to preventing burnout using the energy accounting model. Our conversation also addresses the stark gaps in current research, specifically regarding non-speaking individuals and the unique challenges faced by the aging autistic population. Main Topics The evolution of autism awareness and clinical experience since 1971 Moving away from the refrigerator mother myth to neurodevelopmental genetics The shifting prevalence and male to female ratio in autism Recognizing the female autism phenotype and the toll of camouflaging Reconceptualizing diagnosis as a process of self-discovery and closure Identifying critical research gaps in sensory sensitivity and non-speaking autism The challenges and outcomes of aging with autism and the role of support networks Strategies for managing autistic burnout through the energy accounting model Cool Things Mentioned Craft: the premier membership community for testing psychologists Crafted Practice: the only in-person business retreat for testing psychologists Reverb: the premier AI-powered report-writing platform for testing psychologists Attwood and Garnet Events: www.attwoodandgarnettevents.com Asperger’s Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals: www.amazon.com/Aspergers-Syndrome-Parents-Professionals-Attwood/dp/1853025771 The Complete Guide to Asperger’s Syndrome: www.amazon.com/Complete-Guide-Aspergers-Syndrome-Attwood/dp/1843106692 CDC Autism Prevalence Report (2023): www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/72/ss/ss7202a1.htm  Featured Resources 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 NovoPsych brings 150+ standardized measures into one platform. If you’re interested in high quality measures for personality, disability, ADHD or Autism, try NovoPsych with a 15-day free trial via this link: https://novopsych.com/testingpsychologist  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! 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. Tony Attwood Professor Tony Attwood is a leading British clinical psychologist and one of the world’s foremost authorities on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), particularly Asperger’s syndrome. With a career spanning over five decades, he is highly celebrated for his pioneering research, therapeutic strategies, and advocacy for neurodiversity. 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 join our Waitlist! Join the Waitlist

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. I am so excited to share this conversation with Dr. Paul Beljan, a pediatric neuropsychologist who is doing incredible work pushing our field forward. This episode is a deep dive into why we need to move past the outdated discrepancy models of the 1990s and start looking at the actual neurology of how kids learn. Paul and I talk about the “learn and lose” phenomenon, why math disorders are so frequently missed in schools, and the critical role of the cerebellum in procedural learning. We also get into the weeds on how to write reports that parents actually want to read and how to give feedback to a child in a way that is empowering rather than pathologizing. This is a must-listen for anyone who feels like the standard way of identifying learning disorders just isn’t capturing the full picture of the kids sitting across from them. 00:32: The importance of accuracy in pediatric diagnosis and the weight of professional responsibility. 03:39: A critique of the discrepancy model and the “wait to fail” problem in schools. 07:34: Why math learning disorders are rarely diagnosed and the role of procedural consolidation. 11:32: Distinguishing between phonological and orthographic dyslexia through error analysis. 15:04: The “hook and ladder” fire truck analogy for the dual-tiered model of executive functioning and the cerebellum. 30:48: The failure to consolidate fundamentals versus conceptual understanding in dyscalculia. 45:13: Reforming neuropsychological report writing using the Stephanie Nelson model. 59:08: How to conduct an “awareness meeting” feedback session with children. Cool Things Mentioned Craft: the premier membership community for testing psychologists Crafted Practice: the only in-person business retreat for testing psychologists Reverb: the premier AI-powered report-writing platform for testing psychologists Paul’s practice website: www.beljanpsych.com  The FAM and the FAR (Feifer Assessment of Math/Reading): www.parinc.com Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes: www.lindamoodbell.com Orton-Gillingham Academy: www.ortonacademy.org  The Executive Brain by Elkhonon Goldberg: www.amazon.com/Executive-Brain-Frontal-Lobes-Civilized/dp/0195156012 Neuro Summary Sheet The Wisdom Paradox by Elkhonon Goldberg: www.amazon.com/Wisdom-Paradox-Your-Mind-Stronger/dp/1592401872 Dr. Stephanie Nelson (The Peer Consult): www.thepeerconsult.com Misdiagnosis and Dual Diagnoses of Gifted Children and Adults: www.giftedbooks.com Overcoming Dyslexia by Sally Shaywitz: www.dyslexia.yale.edu  Featured Resources 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 NovoPsych brings 150+ standardized measures into one platform. If you’re interested in high quality measures for personality, disability, ADHD or Autism, try NovoPsych with a 15-day free trial via this link: https://novopsych.com/testingpsychologist  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. Paul Beljan Dr. Paul Beljan is a pediatric neuropsychologist practicing in Scottsdale, AZ. He is a past president of the American Board of Pediatric Neuropsychology (ABPdN). He holds child diplomate with ABPdN and adult diplomate with the American Board of Professional Neuropsychology (ABN). In 2016, Dr. Beljan completed a post-doctoral master’s degree in psychopharmacology from New Mexico State University. Dr. Beljan co-authored Misdiagnosis and Dual Diagnosis of Gifted Children and Adults: ADHD, BiPolar, OCD, Depression, and Other Disorders. He also co-authored Large Scale Brain Systems and Neuropsychological Assessment: An Effort to Move Forward. Dr. Beljan is a nationally retained forensic expert and lectures nationally and internationally. Get in Touch & Resources: Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.paulbeljan.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 join our Waitlist! Join the Waitlist