TTP515
The Testing Psychologist
I'm back with my friend and repeat guest Uriah Guilford of Productive Therapist to dive deep into the world of AI and its growing role in private practice. We covered a lot in this episode—from voice AI agents and CRM integrations to ethical concerns and training staff to use AI responsibly. Uriah shared what he’s excited about in tech, how he’s integrating AI across his businesses, and even some futuristic scenarios that could change the way we work as mental health professionals. Whether you’re curious, cautious, or already AI-obsessed, there’s something in this conversation for...
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TTP514
The Testing Psychologist
In this episode, I break down one of the most common and anxiety-inducing questions I hear: “How much does it actually cost to start a private testing practice?” I walk through the key categories of startup costs—legal setup, clinical readiness, and marketing/admin—and share detailed estimates based on real-world examples. I also highlight hidden or overlooked expenses that can sneak up on you. And if you don’t have $10K–$20K saved up? No problem. I share multiple funding strategies, including 0% APR credit cards, SBA loans, grants, peer lending, and bootstrapping. My goal is to...
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TTP513
The Testing Psychologist
In this episode of The Testing Psychologist, I had the pleasure of hosting a powerhouse group from PAR: Jenny Greene, Nikel Rogers-Wood, Cecil Randy Reynolds, and Randy Kamphaus. We dove deep into the development and features of PAR’s new Digital Record Form—a tool designed to streamline performance-based assessment administration, starting with the RIAS-2. We discussed how this innovation differs from previous digital options like Q-interactive, the team’s intentional focus on flexibility and simplicity, and how the digital record form reduces cognitive load while preserving the...
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TTP512
The Testing Psychologist
Dr. Liz Angoff returns to dive deeply into the art and structure of feedback sessions with parents. Dr. Liz emphasizes the insight that "feedback begins at intake," sharing practical strategies for preparing families throughout the evaluation process to avoid surprises during feedback meetings. We discuss common pitfalls, such as withholding diagnostic impressions until the final session, and highlight the value of continuous communication to ensure parents leave empowered and confident. Dr. Liz offers concrete advice, from using visual aids and simplifying language to effectively navigating...
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TTP511
The Testing Psychologist
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Robyn Miller to explore why every mental health practitioner needs a professional will. After experiencing the loss of her closest colleague and being thrust into managing her practice, Dr. Miller shares stories of clients who discovered their therapist's death only after weeks of unanswered calls, and others who never learned what happened to years of their records. Through personal experience—including my own recent confrontation with mortality before heart surgery—we discuss practical steps for creating an effective professional will that...
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TTP510
The Testing Psychologist
In this episode, I dive into the often-confusing world of Pearson’s Q products—specifically Q-interactive and Q-global. What started as a simple comparison turned into a deeper exploration of the origins of the “Q” branding and the roles these platforms play in private practice. I walk through the key differences in functionality, pricing, and integration (or lack thereof), and share how we use both systems in my own practice. Whether you’re just starting out or trying to streamline your assessment workflow, this episode will help clarify which digital tools are right for you—and...
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TTP509
The Testing Psychologist
In this episode, I dig into the widely discussed New York Times Magazine article, "Have We Been Thinking About ADHD All Wrong?"—and more specifically, I zoom in on one particularly compelling component: the fluctuating nature of ADHD symptoms over time. This idea—that ADHD is not a fixed trait but something that ebbs and flows with age and environment—is grounded in research from the MTA study and recent work by Dr. Margaret Sibley. I explore how her findings challenge our assumptions about stability, diagnosis, and treatment, and I share practical takeaways for clinicians, especially...
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TTP508
The Testing Psychologist
In this episode, I sat down with my friend and returning guest, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper, for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about her family's leap into full-time RV life and how it's impacted her leadership, practice culture, and mental clarity. We dug deep into the experience of running a group practice remotely, the evolving dynamics of delegating projects vs. tasks, and the personal transformation that can come from letting go—physically and professionally. Tara shared powerful reflections on the visionary-integrator relationship, the emotional labor of leadership, and how EOS...
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The Testing Psychologist
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The Testing Psychologist
info_outlineIn this episode of The Testing Psychologist, I had the pleasure of hosting a powerhouse group from PAR: Jenny Greene, Nikel Rogers-Wood, Cecil Randy Reynolds, and Randy Kamphaus. We dove deep into the development and features of PAR’s new Digital Record Form—a tool designed to streamline performance-based assessment administration, starting with the RIAS-2. We discussed how this innovation differs from previous digital options like Q-interactive, the team’s intentional focus on flexibility and simplicity, and how the digital record form reduces cognitive load while preserving the clinician-client relationship. We also explored the future of digital assessment, the potential role of AI, and how these tools can make our work more efficient without compromising clinical integrity. I’m really excited about this advancement and can’t wait to implement it in my own practice!
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About Our Guests
Dr. Cecil Reynolds
Cecil R. Reynolds, PhD, ABPN, ABN, is professor emeritus of educational psychology and a distinguished research scholar at Texas A&M University.Dr. Reynolds is author or editor of more than 45 books and has published more than 300 scholarly works. He has also authored or co-authored more than a dozen tests including the Reynolds Intellectual Assessment Scales, Second Edition (RIAS-2); the Reynolds Adaptable Intelligence Test (RAIT); the Reynolds Interference Task (RIT); and the Test of General Reasoning Ability (TOGRA).
Dr. Reynolds has been the recipient of numerous awards. Among these are the American Psychological Association's (APA) Division of School Psychology Jack I. Bardon Award for a Lifetime of Distinguished Service, as well as the APA’s Nadine Murphy Lambert Award.
Dr. Randy Kamphaus
Randy Kamphaus, PhD, is the Senior Advisor for External Affairs at the Ballmer Institute at the University of Oregon.
Dr. Kamphaus is the author or coauthor of more than 85 scientific journal articles, 50
book chapters, and 10 books. He has also authored or coauthored several
psychological and educational tests including the Reynolds Intellectual Assessment
Scales, Second Edition (RIAS-2), the Reynolds Interference Task (RIT), and the
Mathematics Fluency and Calculation Tests ( MFaCTs ).
Dr. Kamphaus has received numerous awards throughout his career, including the Senior Scientist Award, Division of School Psychology, from the American Psychological Association (APA) and both the Lifetime Alumni Achievement Award and Russell H.
Yeany Research Award from the University of Georgia.
Nikel Rogers-Wood, PhD, LP
PAR, Inc.
Project Director
Dr. Nikel Rogers-Wood has a PhD in counseling psychology and is a licensed psychologist with clinical interests that include women’s emotional health. She also has extensive experience in psychological assessment. Dr. Rogers-Wood has worked as a
university faculty member, in private practice as a practitioner and clinical director, in skilled nursing facilities, and in college counseling where she was the coordinator of a postdoctoral training program. Dr. Rogers-Wood is a project director in the Research and Development department at PAR.
Jenny Greene, PhD
PAR, Inc.
Digital Assessments Product Owner
Jennifer Greene is the Digital Assessments Product Owner at Psychological Assessment Resources (PAR), a leading publisher of educational and psychological assessment tools. She holds a Ph.D. in Measurement and Evaluation from the
University of South Florida and has over 10 years’ experience in test development. In her current role, Jennifer drives the strategic development of digital assessment
products that delight psychologists and provide significant insights into the clients with whom they work.
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.