Giftedness (IQ) Evaluations for Adults
At OpenWorld Psychology, we offer cognitive evaluations for adults interested in exploring intellectual giftedness, cognitive strengths, and learning styles. Whether for personal understanding, academic planning, or career development, our assessments provide clear, supportive insights into how you think and learn best. Check out our team or schedule a consultation.
Why Adults Seek a Giftedness Evaluation:
Curiosity about cognitive strengths and intellectual profile
Confirmation of giftedness for self-understanding
Support for academic, workplace, or professional development
Better understanding of learning preferences and problem-solving styles
Seeking recommendations for maximizing strengths in personal or professional life
The Evaluation Includes:
In-Person Testing: Cognitive testing session using gold-standard measures
Written Psychological Report: Detailed summary of results and personalized recommendations
Feedback Session: A meeting to review findings, answer questions, and plan next steps
FAQs
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We use nationally recognized, gold-standard measures of cognitive ability for adults, typically including:
Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale – Fourth Edition (WAIS-IV)
Additional measures may be used if further clarification of learning styles or processing differences is desired.
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Typically 1.5 - 2 hours is needed to complete the clinical interview and testing.
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Complete Pre-Visit Forms: We will send you a link to our OpenWorld portal to complete forms about your history.
Rest and Nutrition: Get a good night's sleep and eat before your testing session.
Bring Essentials: Glasses, hearing aids, or other necessary accommodations.
Mindset: No studying or practice tests are necessary. The goal is to get an accurate picture of your natural thinking and problem-solving skills.
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We offer adult IQ and giftedness evaluations at these locations:
Everett, WA: 1902 120th Pl SE, Suite 201
San Juan Capistrano, CA: 31831 Camino Capistrano, Suite 111
San Jose, CA: 2570 N First St., Suite 211
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Trainee Rate: $495 (available through our training program)
Evaluations at this rate are conducted by advanced doctoral students under the supervision of a licensed psychologist.Licensed Psychologist Rate: Higher rates may apply if you prefer to schedule directly with a postdoctoral clinician or licensed psychologist.
Payment is processed securely through our online patient portal.
We do not accept insurance for giftedness-only evaluations. -
Your feedback session is designed to thoroughly review your results. You are always welcome to reach out afterward if new questions arise.
