The Testing Psychologist Podcast

Dr. Jeremy Sharp: Licensed Psychologist & Private Practice Consultant

Helping psychologists, neuropsychologists, and mental health professionals start, grow, and scale psychological testing services in private practice.

  1. 18h ago

    591. The Evolution of Understanding & Assessing Dyslexia w/ Dr. Nancy Mather

    Click here to read the transcript In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Nancy Mather, a leading expert in educational assessment and learning disabilities, to examine the evolving landscape of dyslexia assessment and intervention. We discuss the historical transition in terminology from early concepts like word blindness to modern diagnostic criteria, while contrasting traditional single-deficit views with contemporary multiple-deficit models. Dr. Mather outlines key linguistic risk factors, including phonological processing, orthographic processing, working memory, and Rapid Automatized Naming (RAN), explaining how orthographic depth across different languages impacts diagnostic indicators. We also evaluate diagnostic frameworks such as Pattern of Strengths and Weaknesses (PSW), address common clinical misdiagnoses and myths, and explore the development and clinical application of the Test of Dyslexia (TOD) and the Woodcock-Johnson V. Finally, Dr. Mather shares evidence-based intervention strategies, digital tools, and practical advice for translating diagnostic profiles into targeted instructional support. 00:46: Dr. Nancy Mather’s background and shift from behavior disorders to reading intervention 06:54: The historical evolution of dyslexia terminology and shifting diagnostic perceptions 11:58: Transitioning from single-deficit models to a multiple-deficit framework of dyslexia 14:12: Rapid Automatized Naming (RAN) and reading fluency across transparent vs. deep orthographies 19:30: Debunking common dyslexia myths regarding intelligence, visual reversal, and creativity 30:38: Evaluating diagnostic models: Pattern of Strengths and Weaknesses (PSW) vs. discrepancy models 38:24: Development, subtests, and clinical utility of the Test of Dyslexia (TOD) 48:36: Technological shifts in test administration: Woodcock-Johnson V (WJ V) features and digital adaptation 54:33: Evidence-based interventions, fidelity of implementation, and digital reading tools 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 Test of Dyslexia (TOD) Woodcock-Johnson V (WJ V): https://riversideinsights.com/clinical-assessments/wj-v Wilson Reading System: https://www.wilsonlanguage.com/ Read, Write & Type by Talking Fingers: www.talkingfingers.com MindPlay: https://mindplay.com/ Great Leaps Reading: www.greatleaps.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. Nancy Mather Nancy Mather is a Professor Emerita at the University of Arizona. She has published numerous articles and books and conducts workshops on assessment and instruction both nationally and internationally. Her most recent book on dyslexia is Essentials of Dyslexia: Assessment and Intervention, 2nd ed. She is a co-author of several widely used tests, including the Woodcock-Johnson V and the Tests of Dyslexia. Get in touch: Email: n.mather@att.net 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

  2. Aug 3

    590. The Impact of Interpreters in Neuropsychology w/ Ashby Martin

    Click here to read the transcript In this episode, I sit down with Ashby Martin to explore the intersection of clinical neuropsychology, neurolinguistics, and language barriers. We examine Ashby’s extensive research analyzing 50 years of patient data, comparing outcomes between interpreter-mediated assessments and clinician-led evaluations in the patient’s native language. We discuss the statistical reality of performance drops during interpreted testing, the historical evolution of interpreter certification, and practical strategies clinicians can use to improve diagnostic accuracy when working across linguistic lines. 01:13: Definition of limited English proficiency and its prevalence in the US 04:09: Overview of neurolinguistics and its application to neuropsychological testing 10:21: Study methodology: matching limited English proficiency patients across 50 years of clinic files 13:29: Major findings: performance drops and score variability in interpreter-mediated testing 15:23: Historical timeline of speech interpreter certifications and legislative standards 32:14: Findings on clinician-led evaluations in Spanish removing diagnostic discrepancies 38:17: The “shadow interpreter” model and practical tips for bilingual clinicians 47:44: Sub-analysis findings: cognitive domains, degree of test verbalness, and litigation status 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 Benton Neuropsychological Clinic at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics: www.uihc.org/benton-neuropsychology-clinic National Council on Interpreting in Health Care: www.ncihc.org Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters: www.cchicertification.org 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 Ashby Martin Ashby Martin is a neuroscience researcher whose work focuses on clinical neuropsychology, language accessibility, and health equity. He earned his BS in Neuroscience and Behavior from the University of Notre Dame before completing his PhD in Neuroscience at the University of Iowa in May 2026. His research examines interpreter-mediated neuropsychological assessment among patients with limited English proficiency, with emphasis on test performance, clinical interpretation, and the validity of assessment practices across linguistically diverse populations. Get in touch: Emails: ashbymartin@uiowa.edu and ashbymartin1@jhaynes LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashby-martin/ GitHub: https://github.com/ashby-martin ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3424-3110 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

  3. Jul 30

    589. Joy & Alignment as Your Core Business Metrics

    Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. When we first launch our private practices, most of us are chasing autonomy and flexibility, yet we frequently find ourselves trapped in what I call the accidental grind. Instead of building true freedom, we subconsciously shift into operating out of scarcity, fear, and obligation, transforming ourselves into highly stressed employees working for a disorganized, reactive boss: ourselves. In this episode, I break down how to flip this script by establishing your personal joy barometer as your primary business metric. Grounded in a recent 60-year meta-analysis on role stressors and burnout, I outline the three most common joy-sapping habits in private practice: stagnant fees, misaligned caseloads, and clunky workflows. I then provide a concrete framework for a non-negotiable executive planning day. You’ll get three targeted prompts to help design a business that actively maximizes your professional fulfillment and joy! Key Moments 00:21 – The Autonomy Trap and Slipping into the Accidental Grind 02:42 – Flipping the Script to Maximize Joy, Fulfillment, and Satisfaction 05:02 – Deep Dive into the 60-Year Meta-Analysis on Workplace Burnout 07:27 – Differentiating Between Role Overload, Role Conflict, and Role Ambiguity 12:14 – Identifying Joy-Sapping Habits: Stagnant Fees and Misaligned Caseloads 14:42 – Addressing Clunky Workflows and Overcoming the Scarcity of Time 19:12 – The Capacity and Joy Check: Auditing Your Calendar with a Two-Color System 21:14 – Executing the Three Operational Prompts for Sustainable Practice Architecture 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!alth to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visitthis 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

  4. Jul 23

    588. EHR Review: Blueprint AI

    Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. Watch the YouTube video here. In this episode, I share my first impressions of Blueprint AI, an emerging, AI-first electronic health record system that introduces a unique usage-based pricing structure to the behavioral health space. Navigating through the initial setup, I explore the onboarding sequence, template building, automated billing workflows, and the integration of open-source clinical measures. While the streamlined design, comprehensive onboarding, and novel automated intake protocols offer a smooth initial user experience, the system reveals significant functionality gaps for specialized testing practitioners. From technical limitations handling complex CPT add-on codes to a lack of core task-management features like built-in to-do lists, I break down the operational realities of this platform to help you evaluate if it fits the workflow demands of a testing practice. Main Topics Covered 00:00: Overview of Blueprint AI, initial pricing model structures, and cost calculations for solo assessment practitioners 02:24: Analysis of the onboarding sequence, demographic entry, credential configuration, and practice setup 04:19: Evaluation of CPT code configuration, rate settings, and built-in client documentation templates 06:20: Integration of Stripe payment processing, automated data migration options, and initial dashboard navigation 10:38: Customization of notification settings, automated client text and email reminders, and clinician availability parameters 12:52: Custom service code generation, automated insurance payer enrollment procedures, and telehealth platform configuration options 19:59: Assessment of the progress note template builder, clinical snippet creation, and automated crisis resource allocations 24:03: Client profile creation, test administration via the open-source assessment library, and automated invitation delivery workflows 29:13: Live testing of scheduling workflows, calendar management interface, and documentation locking procedures 32:33: Technical evaluation of invoice generation, add-on billing limitations, and user interface design characteristics 38:21: Discovery and live evaluation of the bottom-left AI clinical session preparation chat utility 40:43: Final summary of core practice pros and cons, feature request procedures, and overall platform recommendations 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 Blueprint AI 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

  5. Jul 20

    587. Demystifying Functional Neurological Disorder w/ Dr. Alison Buchholz

    Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. Today, I get to have a conversation with clinical neuropsychologist Dr. Alison Buchholz to explore the complex, rapidly evolving landscape of Functional Neurological Disorder. We discuss the critical historical context of FND, moving past outdated psychoanalytic models and confronting the problematic dualism that traditionally separates neurology from psychiatry in brain science. Dr. Buchholz shares clinical insights into identifying the positive diagnostic signs of FND subtypes, navigating the nuances of performance validity testing, and understanding why comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations are so vital. We also delve into practical strategies for delivering therapeutic feedback to patients, implementing multidisciplinary reprogramming treatments, and building robust, collaborative care pathways across various clinical settings. Key Moments 02:29: The historical evolution of Functional Neurological Disorder and legacy of clinical misunderstandings 05:40: Deconstructing the false dichotomy between neurological and psychiatric frameworks in brain science 12:17: Categorizing the main clinical presentations of FND and navigating symptom heterogeneity 13:32: Evaluating diagnostic criteria discrepancies between the DSM-5-TR and ICD-11 16:55: Differentiating Functional Neurological Disorder from malingering and factitious disorders 21:31: Advanced neuroimaging insights and altered neural network connectivity hubs in the brain 24:47: Identifying positive clinical signs across functional seizure, movement, and cognitive subtypes 41:11: Navigating performance validity testing failures and internal inconsistency during evaluations 54:32: Implementing multidisciplinary reprogramming therapies and evidence-based neurobehavioral protocols 01:03:05: Strategies for program building, care pathways, and accessing professional training resources 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 Functional Neurological Disorder Society: www.fndsociety.org  FND Hope Patient and Caregiver Resources: https://fndhope.org/resources/ American Academy of Neurology Functional Seizure Management Guidelines: www.aan.com Taking Control of Your Seizures Workbook: Buy here American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology: www.theaacn.org  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!alth! About Dr. Alison Buchholz Alison Buchholz, PhD, is an Assistant Professor at Johns Hopkins University, School of Medicine with appointments in psychiatry and behavioral sciences and neurology. Dr. Buchholz works as a neuropsychologist at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD, where she leads the adult epilepsy neuropsychology service. She is a founding member of the Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) Society and founded and co-directs the Johns Hopkins FND program. Get in touch: Email: abuchho1@jh.eduWebsite: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/neurology-neurosurgery/specialty-areas/fnd-program 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

  6. Jul 13

    586. Current Research on AI Adoption Among Psychologists w/ Dr. Adam Lockwood

    Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. In this episode, I sit down with researcher and consultant Dr. Adam Lockwood to explore the rapidly evolving integration of artificial intelligence within psychological assessment and practice. We dissect his empirical research evaluating the quality of AI-generated psychological reports compared to those written by licensed professionals, highlighting the surprising areas where technology outperforms human baseline standards, such as tailored intervention recommendations. Adam shares valuable data from his recent work detailing AI adoption rates across school psychology, health service psychology, and allied health fields, while addressing critical systemic challenges including automation bias, trainee de-skilling, and algorithmic bias. Our conversation offers a grounded, data-driven perspective on how practitioners can responsibly navigate these tools as intellectual thought partners rather than automated replacements. Main Topics Discussed 00:52: Conflict of interest disclosure and the core motivations behind transitioning from traditional assessment to empirical artificial intelligence research 04:08: Early exploratory findings regarding the mechanical accuracy, APA formatting capability, and citation fabrications of early language models 07:10: Comparing human and AI-generated clinical reports across various diagnostic conditions and evaluating user satisfaction metrics 17:10: Surveying AI adoption rates and professional trends among health service psychologists and allied health professionals 32:32: Navigating the specific risks of professional trainee de-skilling and the clinical pitfalls of automation bias 45:38: Analyzing systemic bias, discrimination patterns, and treatment recommendation disparities in frontier models 53:21: Evaluating the strengths, operational differences, and token allocation limits of major commercial language models 58:40: Identifying the primary ethical, legal, accuracy, and privacy barriers preventing widespread AI adoption among practitioners 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 of School Psychologists: www.nasponline.org  PAR Psychological Assessment Resources: www.parinc.com OpenAI ChatGPT: www.openai.com Anthropic Claude: www.anthropic.com Google Gemini: gemini.google.com  National Register of Health Service Psychologists: www.nationalregister.org  Bastion GPT | Free 30-day account: (Kent State affiliate): https://bastiongpt.com/kentstate 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!redit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health! About Dr. Adam Lockwood Adam B. Lockwood, PhD, NCSP is an Associate Professor of School Psychology at Kent State University and founder of Lockwood Educational & Psychological Consulting. His work focuses on the integration of artificial intelligence into psychological practice, including AI-assisted report writing, ethical and governance frameworks, and AI-supported research methods. Dr. Lockwood also serves as a clinical subject matter expert for Psychological Assessment Resources (PAR), where he contributes to the development of AI-supported psychological assessment tools. He chairs the National Register of Health Service Psychologists’ AI and Emerging Technologies Committee and has served on AI task forces for the National Association of School Psychologists and the Ohio School Health Services Association. In 2025, he was selected for the OpenAI Academy: Professors Teaching with AI, and his article Examining the Capabilities of GPT-4 to Write an APA-Style School Psychology Paper was named the 2025 Article of the Year by Contemporary School Psychology. Get in touch: Lockwood Educational & Psychological Consulting: https://lockwoodconsulting.net/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-b-lockwood/ OSF: https://osf.io/a95xd/ Read Dr. Lockwood’s blog: https://lockwoodconsulting.net/blog 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

  7. Jul 6

    585. Unmasking ADHD in Girls and Women w/ Dr. Kathleen Nadeau

    Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. In this episode, I sit down with renowned author, psychologist, and CHADD Hall of Fame inductee Dr. Kathleen Nadeau to dismantle long-held myths about ADHD. Dr. Nadeau shares her journey as an “accidental ADHD specialist” who helped pioneer the recognition of adult, female, and high-IQ manifestations of ADHD. The conversation explores why girls fly under the diagnostic radar, the exhausting cost of masking, how hormonal shifts dynamically alter symptoms, and how practitioners can overhaul their assessment frameworks to look beyond basic DSM checklists. Key Moments [01:07] The “Accidental” ADHD Pioneer: How a field once thought to only apply to hyperactive, misbehaving boys exploded in the mid-90s to include adults, girls, and women. [10:53] Redefining “Functional Impact”: Why high-IQ individuals, doctors, and lawyers get missed. “ADHD is manifested when the demands of our circumstances are greater than can be met.” [12:56] The Staircase Analogy: A powerful reframing tool for practitioners. Just because a student or professional achieves an “A” or finishes a project doesn’t mean they didn’t have to “crawl up the stairs” to get there. [22:34] The Estrogen Factor & The Ghost of Research Past: Addressing the historical lack of female-centric data and how estrogen directly dictates dopamine and serotonin receptor sensitivity. [27:14] Socially Rejected vs. Socially Neglected: Breaking down the social struggles of girls with ADHD. Hyperactive girls are often rejected as “bossy,” while inattentive girls are silently neglected/isolated. [34:48] The Kindergarten Masking Toll: The intense cognitive load girls carry to keep from rocking the boat, often leading to school avoidance or after-school behavioral meltdowns (“Screaming Mimis”). [52:20] Internalizing Disorders Require Internalized Inquiries: Why standard parent/teacher rating scales fail girls and why we must ask them about their qualitative, internal experiences. [01:03:40] Accommodations & ADHD-Friendly Families: Moving away from rigid symptom-tamping toward environment matching, collaborative problem solving, and making classrooms universally ADHD-friendly. 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! About Dr. Kathleen Nadeau Kathleen G. Nadeau, PhD, is an internationally recognized clinical psychologist, author, and pioneer in the field of ADHD. She is the author or co-author of 18 books on ADHD. Dr. Nadeau was honored with the CHADD Lifetime Achievement Award in 2025.  After spending 35 years leading The Chesapeake Center in Bethesda, Maryland, one of the largest multidisciplinary ADHD specialty clinics in the US, she has turned her attention to the development of ILAT (the Institute for Lifespan ADHD Training), a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive, case-based, online training for clinicians. While knowledge about ADHD is everywhere, how to apply that knowledge is not. ILAT was created to bridge that gap. Get in touch: Email: drnadeau@ilat.org Dr. Nadeau’s virtual private practice: Drnadeau@drkathleennadeau.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathleen-nadeau-phd Website: https://drkathleennadeau.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

  8. Jul 2

    584. When to Start a Group Practice (and When to Wait!) w/ Whitney Owens, LPC

    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: whitney@wisepracticeconsulting.com 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

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    Dr. Jeremy Sharp: Licensed Psychologist & Private Practice Consultant
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    2017 - 2026
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