What is a Psychologist?
A clinical or counseling psychologist is a doctor that specializes in the understanding, diagnosis, treatment,
and prevention of mental illnesses, as well as the improvement in healthy functioning. Psychologists
receive advanced training in normal and abnormal development, psychotherapy, research, and
psychological assessment.
What is the cost associated with psychotherapy or psychologist
assessment?
At CORE Psychological Services we strive to provide affordable, high quality health care. By not billing
insurance directly, we are able to keep our overhead cost lower and provide a high level of care that best
serves the needs of our patients. We will provide you with the appropriate billing and diagnostic
documentation so that you can submit the charges to your insurance carrier for reimbursement. You are
encouraged to contact your carrier to fully understand your coverage. All charges are due at the time of
service. You may pay by check or cash. We also provide a portion of our services at a reduced fee, or pro
bono, for individuals experiencing significant financial need. For a complete service fee list, email or contact
Core Psychological Services.
Does Dr. Daine accept insurance?
Currently, Dr. Daine is considered an out-of-network provider for all insurance companies. Prior to
scheduling an appointment with Dr. Daine please contact your insurance company to see what they
reimburse for out-of-network providers.
Does Dr. Daine accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Dr. Daine is not accepting new Medicare or Medicaid patients at this time.
What is the evaluation/assessment process like?
Conducting a thorough , high quality psychological, psycho-educational or other assessments, take
considerable time and skill. The process is divided into three distinct phases.
Phase I: Intake Interview & History Forms
During this phase, you will meet with Dr. Daine and he will gather an extensive history from you. This
interview will touch on a wide range of topics such as developmental milestones, interpersonal relationships,
career and vocational functioning, medical history, mental health history, and a variety of other important
topic areas. You will also be asked to complete a comprehensive history form. You may also be asked to
provide other medical or health records to create a thorough history. All of this is to help to provide a
thorough understanding of your unique life experiences and history.
Phase II: Test Administration
During this phase, you will meet with a psychometrist (a specialist in psychological test administration) who
will administer a variety of instruments under the direction and supervision of Dr. Daine. Dr. Daine may also
administer some of the instruments. These meetings will be scheduled to get the best possible measure of
your functioning. These sessions may be brief (1 hr) or longer (up to 4 hours) in any one sitting. Please
make sure you are rested and have eaten before coming to a testing session. There will be breaks during
the testing as well. You may want to bring a snack to keep up your energy and attention levels.
Phase III: Written Report & Results Review Meeting
Dr. Daine will review all test data gathered during Phase II and compile an integrative report that will include
diagnostic impressions as well as specific recommendations. The written report will consist of a
comprehensive narrative as well as selected raw data. Depending upon the level of complexity, you can
expect to have a final written report 2-3 weeks after the completion of Phase II. At the results meeting, Dr.
Daine will go over the report in detail with you, offer suggestions and recommendations, and give you a copy
of the report for you records.
What about my records?
Dr. Daine maintains private and confidential mental health records on all patients of CORE Psychological
Services, LLC. By law, Dr. Daine cannot release any records without your written consent. For minors,
records may be released upon the written consent of parent or legal guardian. I
CORE Psychological Services, LLC maintains patient records in accordance to state and federal law, as well
as guidelines of the American Psychological Association. Records are maintained in both paper and
electronic formats and as such, are subject to jurisdiction under HIPAA.
In accordance to state law, CORE Psychological Services, LLC will keep your complete testing record for 7
years and a summary for 10 years. After 10 years, your record will be destroyed.
What are the risks and benefits of psychotherapy?
Often psychotherapy requires recalling and talking about unpleasant aspects of your history or your present
situation, which can bring up uncomfortable feelings or memories. Although it may be necessary to talk
about painful or embarrassing subjects, the role of the therapist is to be nonjudgmental and understanding.
A number of benefits are available from participating in psychotherapy. Often it is helpful just to know that
someone understands. Therapy can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or point you in the
direction of a solution. The benefits you obtain from psychotherapy depend on how well you use the process
and put into practice what you learn. The benefits available thorough therapy include:
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Attaining a better understanding of yourself and your personal goals and values, developing skills
for improving your relationships
Overcoming specific problems such as depression or binge eating
Finding resolution to the issues or concerns that led you to seek therapy
However, there are no guarantees about what therapy will do for you. Some people find that
participating in psychotherapy results in changes that were not expected or intended at the outset.