Diagnostic Center FAQ
The Judge ordered me to participate in a psychological evaluation. Do I call and schedule an appointment?
Your court order will be automatically submitted to KCDC. When your case is assigned, you will receive a call from the psychologist to schedule an appointment.
I need a prescription for psychiatric medications. Can I get medication at KCDC?
No, KCDC does not have psychiatrists on staff. You can get psychiatric medications from a psychiatrist or your general practitioner at any medical doctor’s office.
I am interested in counseling. Do you take referrals from anyone?
No. KCDC only serves individuals who are court-involved. All services, including individual therapy, family therapy and psychological evaluations are done by court order.
I am on conditional discharge and do not have a probation officer or attorney representing me. How do I make sure the court order was sent to KCDC for an evaluation?
You can call the main line at (630) 262-4480 to speak with support staff who will guide you on the steps you need to take.
Do I need to bring my insurance card to the appointment? What if I do not have insurance?
Your insurance will not be charged for your psychological services.
What is a psychological evaluation?
Psychological Evaluations provide an in-depth understanding of an individual’s mental health status and provide diagnostic clarification and treatment recommendations, using evidence based psychological tests and extensive review of collateral information. Psychological Evaluations can focus on emotional functioning, cognitive functioning, neurological development, or risk assessments for problematic behaviors.
How long is the appointment for a psychological evaluation?
Depending on the nature of the evaluation that is being court-ordered, you can expect to be at KCDC 4-6 hours for the initial evaluation. Often, a second appointment will be necessary that may require 2-3 more additional hours.
Do I need to bring anything to the appointment?
If you are on medication, a list of your current medications would be helpful. Any past psychological evaluations you had done and any prior psychiatric hospital records would expedite the procedure. If you do not have copies of your mental health records, do not worry. We will ask you to sign a Release of Information to authorize the release of your records and we will request the records ourselves.
How will the results of the psychological evaluation get communicated to the Court? Do I need to come and pick up my report?
The psychological evaluation will be automatically submitted to the Court for the next court date. You will not be able to receive a copy of your evaluation because the Court is the client and it is written for the Court’s use and purpose. However, if you would like to know your results, you can schedule an appointment with the psychologist who administered your evaluation and they will give you verbal feedback. You can also obtain a copy of your treatment recommendations once your evaluation is submitted to court.
Is a psychological evaluation confidential?
No. The usual confidential relationship between client and the psychologist does not apply in matters of civil and criminal litigation. The report will be provided to your attorney, the judge and the prosecution unless otherwise specified in the court order.
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