Adult Evaluations
Adult psychological evaluations are offered in specific clinical contexts and are conducted by licensed providers with specialized training. These services are often requested as part of medical care, treatment planning, or third-party requirements, and are approached with care, clarity, and professional discretion.
Understanding the Evaluation Process
At One-Eighty Counseling, evaluation services are provided by individual clinicians, each working within their area of expertise. The sections below outline the evaluation services available and link to dedicated pages that explain each evaluation in greater detail.
Teletherapy may be available for some evaluation-related services through select providers. Availability depends on clinical and assessment requirements. Learn more about teletherapy.
Evaluation Services Provided by Dr. Beth Cerrito-Cohen, PhD, PMH-C
Dr. Beth Cerrito-Cohen provides consultation and evaluation services related to third-party reproduction and family building. Her work supports intended parents, prospective gestational carriers, donors, and recipients as they navigate the emotional, relational, and ethical considerations involved in these processes.
Her background includes extensive training in reproductive mental health, completion of specialized training for mental health professionals through the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, and a two-year fellowship in Women’s Health. She has worked in the field of reproductive mental health since 2010.
The following evaluation services are available through Dr. Cerrito-Cohen and are each explained in detail on their own pages:
- Gestational Carrier Evaluations
- Known Donor and Known Gestational Carrier Arrangements
- Donor Egg, Sperm, or Embryo Recipient Evaluations
- Prospective Gestational Carrier and Egg Donor Evaluations
Phone: 919-550-4910
Office location: Clayton
Evaluation Services Provided by Dr. Ryan M. Denney, PhD
Dr. Ryan M. Denney provides psychological evaluations for adults age 18 and older. These evaluations are often used to clarify diagnostic questions, support treatment planning, or meet specific medical or institutional requirements.
The following evaluation services are available through Dr. Denney:
ADHD Evaluations
Adult ADHD evaluations typically involve two appointments. The process includes a clinical interview, completion of questionnaires and personality measures, and a brief cognitive assessment. The evaluation is designed to clarify whether symptoms are best explained by ADHD alone, ADHD alongside other conditions, or by another diagnosis.
Bariatric Pre-Surgical Psychological Evaluations
Presurgical bariatric evaluations involve a two-hour appointment that includes a clinical interview and standardized psychological assessments. These evaluations are commonly required as part of the surgical preparation process.
General Psychological Evaluations
General evaluations are often requested when diagnostic questions are complex or unclear. They include a clinical interview and standardized assessments relevant to the referral question or treatment needs.
PTSD and Mental Health Evaluations for Military Veterans
These evaluations involve a clinical interview and standardized psychological measures. A written evaluation report is provided following completion and may be used to support disability claims or other documentation needs.
Office location: Cary/Apex
Phone: 919-462-8308
Evaluation Types Not Offered Through Dr. Denney
The following evaluation services are not currently provided through One-Eighty Counseling:
- Forensic or court-ordered evaluations
- Custody evaluations
- Autism spectrum evaluations
- Learning disability evaluations
Find a Location Near You
Evaluation services are offered at specific locations based on provider availability.