Dr. Janice Yu is a highly experienced psychological evaluator, having served as a clinical director, expert witness, manager, supervisor, and senior psychological evaluator in psychological assessment and evaluation. Over the past decade, she has performed clinical, legal and judicially-mandated, and private pay psychological assessment for neurodiversity, medical necessity, forensic commitments, diagnostic clarification, trauma, immigration statuses, 5150 evaluations, and crisis intervention. Her private practice specializes in clinical, forensic and immigration-status psychological assessment and testing. She has provided court testimony as a qualified expert witness in psychological assessment and evaluation in several California Superior Courts in Bay Area counties, including San Mateo, San Francisco, and Sacramento.

Currently, at Kaiser Permanente Psychiatry in San Francisco, Dr. Yu is clinical director, manager, supervisor, and senior psychological evaluator for the child and adult neurodiversity assessment programs. Prior to this managerial role, she was the Senior Psychologist Specialist Evaluator at Napa State Hospital, where she provided assessment for diagnostically complex cases pertaining to the legal system, performed as community program director and clinical supervisor of the Conditional Outpatient Release program, and served on the panel for mental disorder evaluators for the State of California. At the California Department of State Hospitals and California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation facility in Stockton (acute and intermediate, medical, and mental health care), Dr. Yu was a staff psychologist specializing in assessment, and developed the training onboarding program for newly hired psychologists.

During her training, Dr. Yu completed residency and practicum trainings at the California Department of State Hospitals in Stockton, San Francisco Forensic Institute, San Francisco Department of Public Health (youth and juvenile assessment and treatment), Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (substance abuse and trauma), Federal Bureau of Prisons (San Francisco), and Belmont-Redwood Shores School District (therapy for learning disabled and special education needs). While she was unlicensed and in training, she was also employed at Maguire Correctional Facility (San Mateo County). Dr. Yu was awarded [her combined] Master’s and Doctorate Degree from Alliant International University in Clinical Forensic Psychology in 2015. She received a Bachelor's Degree from Santa Clara University in Communication in 2009.

Dr. Yu has been licensed as a psychologist with the California Board of Psychology since 2016 and is a member of both the American Psychological Association and the California Psychological Association.

Psychological Assessment Specializations

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

• Autism Spectrum Disorder

• Giftedness Specific Learning Difficulties

• Neuropsychological/Dementia Assessment

• Socio-Emotional Functioning

• Social Anxiety/General Anxiety

• Social Communication Disorder

• Sleep Disorders/Insomnia

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Personality (Interpersonal)

• Disorders Bipolar/Mood Disorders

What You Will Receive

Comprehensive assessment that details you or your child’s behavioral, emotional, cognitive, and intellectual functioning

Personalized and tailored approach to meet your needs, goals, and concerns

Insights and empowerment to help you understand your strengths and differences

Responsive and collective partnership in working together throughout your assessment journey

Holistic and supportive approach in striving our best to understand you or your child’s barriers and struggles

A feedback session with personalized, professional recommendations to help you, your child, or their teachers address each area of concerns

Tailored assessment batteries for children, adolescents, and adults

Virtual and in-office visits available (office located in Dublin, CA)

3 Types of Reports
Estimated Total with Testing

Diagnostic Note
(Estimated 8-12 Hours Total)

Note includes:

• List of assessments used (Assessment procedures)

• Diagnosis

• Tailored treatment and personal recommendations

Diagnostic Summary Report
(Estimated 10-18 Hours Total)

Summary includes:

• Summary of collective assessment results including strengths and differences identified during assessment

• Diagnostic findings

• Diagnoses that were ruled out with explanation

• Tailored treatment and personal recommendations.

Comprehensive Evaluation
(Estimated 12-23 Hours Total)

Report includes:

• Detailed background and relevant psychosocial history gathered from clinical interview

• Explains each assessment detailing the test score and interpretation of each test and subtest

• Summary of collective assessment including strengths and differences identified during assessment

• Diagnostic findings (if applicable)

• Diagnoses that were ruled out with explanation

• Tailored treatment and personal recommendations.

Fees and Estimates

Initial telephone consultation (15 minutes): Free

• Assessment rates are $300 per hour

• The total cost of assessments can vary quite a bit. Typically, assessments take between 8 -23 hours, however sometimes they can take more or less time depending on:

  • The type of report

  • Complexity of the concerns

  • Type of assessment and tests

  • Number of tests and subtests

  • Client presentation (dual/multiple differential diagnoses, longer assessments required).

Out of Network Insurance

Dr. Yu is an out-of-network provider with all insurance plans. However, many insurance plans offer coverage for psychological testing, but it’s important to understand your specific policy and potential out-of-pocket expenses. Here are some key points to consider when navigating insurance coverage for psychological testing.

Useful Questions to Ask Your Insurance Provider:

• What is my coverage for psychological testing and how does it apply to my plan?

• Are there any specific procedure codes I need to provide to my psychologist?

• Do I have a copayment, coinsurance, or deductible for psychological testing?

• Do I need prior authorization for psychological testing, and if so, how do I start the process?

• Can I choose an out-of-network provider for psychological testing, and if so, what are the coverage differences?

• What is the typical timeline for reimbursement of claims for psychological testing?

Have any questions?

If you have any questions about psychological assessment, feel free to contact us.