Im Rahmen einer klinisch-psychologischen Diagnostik werden psychische Eigenschaften von Menschen in jedem Lebensalter und in verschiedenen Situationen erfasst. Die Diagnostik hat zum Ziel, das psychische Befinden sowie mögliche Probleme und Beeinträchtigungen des Erlebens und Verhaltens festzustellen, sowie weitere Behandlungsschritte zu empfehlen.
Erfasst werden beispielsweise Symptome in den Bereichen Depression, Ängste, Persönlichkeit, Konzentration und Gedächtnis. Auch Belastungen aufgrund von Lebenskrisen oder Traumatisierungen können diagnostiziert und behandelt werden.
Die klinisch-psychologische Diagnostik ist eine wesentliche Voraussetzung für eine erfolgreiche Behandlung (psychologische Therapie bzw. Psychotherpie). 

Procedure for clinical-psychological diagnostics

In any case, a referral for clinical-psychological diagnostics by a doctor (e.g. a specialist in psychiatry) is advisable. A suspected diagnosis is made, which is checked as part of the psychological diagnosis and existing symptoms are examined.

Initial consultation

A detailed discussion is held about current symptoms and stress, but information is also gathered about the patient's life history and the progression of the problems. Further diagnostic steps are planned on the basis of this discussion.

Test dates

Standardized test procedures (e.g. interviews, questionnaires, performance tests) are used in the subsequent appointments. As a rule, 3-5 appointments are required for this.

Compilation of findings and feedback meeting

The information collected is summarized in a written report and a diagnosis (if available) is made. The findings and the recommended next steps are discussed with you in detail in a feedback meeting and any questions are clarified.

At the Vienna Couch, we offer clinical-psychological diagnostics in the following areas:

• ADHD in adulthood
• Consequences of psychological traumatization
• Personality disorders
• Affective disorders, anxiety disorders

Offsetting

Per session à 50min 150€

Compilation of findings and feedback meeting 300€

Elective clinical psychologists do not have a contract with an insurance provider. However, you can submit the fee to the social insurance company afterwards and apply for reimbursement. In order to have part of the costs reimbursed, you need a referral from

• a doctor
• a psychotherapist / psychotherapist
• a contractual institution of an insurance carrier