Testing Psychologist (PsyD or PhD) - job 1 of 2

As a Testing Psychologist at LifeStance Health, your primary responsibilities include conducting psychological assessments, planning assessment batteries, writing detailed reports, and leading feedback sessions. You will engage with both adult and child/adolescent populations, ensuring that each patient receives personalized care and support throughout their therapeutic journey.

To be eligible for the Testing Psychologist position at LifeStance Health, candidates must hold a Ph.D. or Psy.D. and be fully licensed in one or more US states. Additionally, you should have experience with psychological testing, report writing, and managing feedback sessions with clients to provide a comprehensive understanding of their assessment results.

LifeStance Health offers a competitive benefits package for Testing Psychologists that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid parental leave, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). These benefits, combined with generous compensation and flexible scheduling, ensure a supportive work environment for our clinicians.

At LifeStance Health, we foster a collegial work environment that emphasizes collaboration and teamwork. Our newly designed modern offices are equipped with the latest digital technology, allowing Testing Psychologists to work efficiently. Full administrative support is also provided, enabling you to focus more on patient care and clinical excellence.

Absolutely! LifeStance Health offers Testing Psychologists the flexibility to work through telemedicine alongside in-person sessions. This adaptability not only enhances your work/life balance but also ensures that you can deliver quality mental health services to clients, regardless of their location.

In your response, emphasize any specific types of psychological tests you have administered, your familiarity with test interpretation, and your ability to tailor assessments to meet the needs of diverse populations.

Discuss your process for compiling assessment data, highlighting key findings, and how you ensure that your reports are clear and accessible for clients and colleagues alike. Provide examples of how you've successfully communicated feedback to clients.

Share techniques that promote trust and open communication, such as active listening, empathy, and establishing a safe space for clients to express their concerns. Tailor your answers to reflect your understanding of the testing population.

Explain your approach to managing difficult assessments, including potential strategies for adapting to unforeseen circumstances during testing and engaging with clients who may initially find the process daunting.

Highlight your belief in teamwork and your experience working with interdisciplinary teams. Discuss how collaboration improves client care, particularly during complex cases requiring integrated approaches.

Talk about your commitment to continuous learning, whether through professional development, attending conferences, or reading clinical literature, and how this benefits your practice as a Testing Psychologist.

Share a specific case where your assessment led to effective interventions for the client. Highlight your role in developing a treatment plan that responded to their unique needs.

Articulate your alignment with LifeStance Health’s values, particularly emphasizes your passion for accessible mental healthcare and personal investment in their mission to improve lives through integrated care.

Discuss your approach to sensitive conversations, emphasizing the importance of empathy, framing feedback constructively, and ensuring clients understand the implications of the assessment results.

Identify key traits such as empathy, integrity, strong communication skills, and clinical expertise. Discuss how these qualities contribute to effective assessment and client relationships.