The Testing Psychologist Podcast
This podcast helps psychologists, neuropsychologists, and mental health professionals start, grow, and scale psychological testing services in private practice. Hosted by Dr. Jeremy Sharp, a licensed psychologist and private practice consultant, it offers practical advice and strategies. Episodes cover topics like billing, marketing, and clinical best practices for testing services.
Episodes
604. Navigating PDA in the Assessment Process w/ Dr. Monica Corrado
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Today, I’m happy to sit down with Monica Corrado to explore Pathological Demand Avoidance, also referred to as Pervasive Drive for Autonomy (PDA), within the context of evaluation and clinical practice. We discuss how the intense need for autonomy manifests in testing environments, why traditional standardized measures such as Wechsler intelligence scales ofte
602. Learning Disorders Aren’t Actually “Specific” w/ Dr. Robin Peterson
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Today, I welcome back pediatric neuropsychologist Dr. Robin Peterson to explore why our field continues to struggle with defining and diagnosing learning disorders. We examine the limitations of traditional diagnostic frameworks, such as the IQ-achievement discrepancy model and pattern of strengths and weaknesses (PSW) approaches, while discussing why a concep
600. Six Principles From 600 Episodes
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In this 600th episode of The Testing Psychologist Podcast, I reflect on nearly nine years of hosting the show and synthesize six core principles that drive long-term clinical excellence and practice sustainability. Grounded in literature spanning deliberate practice, therapeutic alliance, systems-level burnout interventions, and knowledge imple
599. Recognizing AuDHD: Avoiding Diagnostic Pitfalls in Co-occurring Autism and ADHD w/ Dr. Sara Woods
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As clinical evaluators, we frequently encounter cases where diagnostic criteria overlap, leaving us to navigate the complex intersection of co-occurring neurodevelopmental conditions. In this episode, Sara Woods and I explore the emerging construct of AuDHD, examining whether the co-occurrence of Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Dis
598. Business Boost: TextExpander
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Today, I’m bringing you another Business Boost episode to highlight a tool that I’ve been using for nearly 10 years: TextExpander. Our work often involves repeating routine phrasing, administrative boilerplate, and complex diagnostic explanations, all of which consume substantial time. I demonstrate how ut
597. Assessing and Treating Music Performance Anxiety w/ Dr. Dave Juncos
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Today, I’m sharing a conversation with psychologist and musician Dave Juncos to explore the nuanced world of music performance anxiety (MPA). We examined how MPA presents across cognitive, physiological, and subtle behavioral spectrums, and we dive into the underlying psychological mechanisms that perpetuate it. Dave shared insights from his research on Accept
596. The Bridging of the Minds Assessment Summit w/ Dr. Erika Frieze
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Today, I’m talking with Dr. Erika Frieze about the inspiration and structural vision behind the upcoming Bridging of the Minds Assessment Summit in Sacramento. Driven by a desire to bridge the practical gap between clinical, school, and pediatric assessment domains, Erika designed this conference to provide clinicians with immediate, actionable tools rather th
595. Digital Assistants to Help Run Your Practice
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Today, I address the pervasive administrative fatigue experienced by testing psychologists and present a strategic transition from inefficient, single-use AI prompts to permanent, customized digital assistants. I break down the core mechanics of custom AI configurations across major platforms, including Google Gems, ChatGPT Custom GPTs, and Cla
594. Tackling the Evaluation Waitlist Crisis w/ Dr. Jon Mietchen
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In this episode, I speak with pediatric neuropsychologist Dr. Jonathan Mietchen about an innovative approach to addressing the pervasive challenge of lengthy evaluation waitlists. We examine a telehealth triage model developed to shorten wait times by assessing pediatric patients within one month of referral. Dr. Mietchen outlines how a structured, one-hour cl
593. Business Boost: Easy Automated Scheduling
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In this Business Boost episode, I demonstrate how to eliminate back-and-forth communication when scheduling collateral calls, administrative meetings, and professional consults. By using built-in automated scheduling tools such as Google Calendar’s Appointment Schedules, practice owners can streamline their calendar management without pay
592. EHR Review: ICANotes
In this episode, I conduct a comprehensive evaluation of ICANotes...
591. The Evolution of Understanding & Assessing Dyslexia w/ Dr. Nancy Mather
In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Nancy Mather, a leading expert in educational assessment and learning disabilities...
590. The Impact of Interpreters in Neuropsychology w/ Ashby Martin
In this episode, I sit down with Ashby Martin to explore the intersection of clinical neuropsychology, neurolinguistics, and language barriers.
589. Joy & Alignment as Your Core Business Metrics
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.
588. EHR Review: Blueprint AI
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.
587. Demystifying Functional Neurological Disorder w/ Dr. Alison Buchholz
Today, I get to have a conversation with clinical neuropsychologist Dr. Alison Buchholz to explore the complex, rapidly evolving landscape of Functional Neurological Disorder.
586. Current Research on AI Adoption Among Psychologists w/ Dr. Adam Lockwood
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.
585. Unmasking ADHD in Girls and Women w/ Dr. Kathleen Nadeau
In this episode, I sit down with renowned author, psychologist, and CHADD Hall of Fame inductee Dr. Kathleen Nadeau
584. When to Start a Group Practice (and When to Wait!) w/ Whitney Owens, LPC
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.
583. EHR Review: Practice Better
In this episode, I conduct a comprehensive, hands-on review of the Practice Better EHR platform...
582. Discovering & Assessing Gifted and Twice Exceptional Kids w/ Dr. Megan Helmen
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Megan Helmen to delve into the complex clinical landscape of intellectual giftedness and twice-exceptionality.
581. Inside the BASC-4 w/ Dr. Cecil Reynolds
Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. In this episode, I sit down with renowned assessment expert Dr. Cecil R. Reynolds to discuss the upcoming release of the Behavioral Assessment System for Children, Fourth Edition, widely known as the BASC-4. We dive into the complex science behind test construction, examining why regular revisions are necessary to combat the seven ... Read More
580. Using AI to Upgrade Your Hiring w/ Nicole Brewer, LCPC
In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Brewer to discuss a transformative approach to hiring within private practice...
579. EHR Review: My Best Practice
Welcome back to another electronic health record review episode, where I dive deep into the platforms shaping modern clinical practices.
578. What the DSM is Missing About Autism w/ Dr. Wenn Lawson
Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Wenn Lawson, an autistic researcher and author, to explore the foundational cognitive structures of autism that often go unrecognized by traditional diagnostic frameworks. We move beyond the surface-level criteria of the DSM-5-TR to discuss monotropism and how it drives core autistic experiences such as ... Read
577. The Five Most Common Report-Writing Mistakes from My Practice (and How to Fix Them!)
In this episode, I share a review of evaluation reports from my own practice to identify the five most common writing mistakes that we’re making.
576. Fifty Years of Autism Discovery w/ Tony Attwood
I have had the pleasure of reading Dr. Tony Attwood's work since the beginning of my career, and it was a distinct privilege to sit down with him to discuss his fifty-five years of clinical experience.
575. Moving Beyond the Discrepancy Model w/ Dr. Paul Beljan
I am so excited to share this conversation with Dr. Paul Beljan, a pediatric neuropsychologist who is doing incredible work pushing our field forward.
574. EHR Review: Healthie
It was a pleasure to dive back into the world of electronic health records. Today, I’m exploring Healthie, a platform that has gained significant traction recently.
573. Documentation 2.0: The Rise of AI w/ Dr. Maelisa McCaffrey
I’m excited to share this conversation with Dr. Maelisa McCaffrey, a clinical psychologist and documentation expert who has been closely monitoring the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence in the mental health field.
572. Free Speech or Standard of Care? Summarizing the Chiles vs. Salazar Decision
The landscape of mental health regulation shifted dramatically in March 2026 with the Supreme Court's ruling in Chiles v. Salazar.
571. Practical, Values-Driven Supervision w/ Dr. Alison Wilkinson-Smith & Dr. Stephanie Nelson
In this episode, I sit down with Drs. Stephanie Nelson and Alison Wilkinson-Smith to address a persistent gap in the field of psychological assessment: the lack of a structured, evidence-based approach to supervision.
570. Autism Mini-Series: Exploring the Camouflaging Paradox
In this episode, I examine the diagnostic paradox of autism masking and camouflaging, specifically focusing on how clinicians can identify autism when a client's surface behavior appears neurotypical.
569. Autism Mini-Series: Camouflaging and Masking Overview
It’s great to be back with you all as we continue this deep dive into the world of autism and neurodivergence.
568. Autism Mini-Series: The Female Autism Phenotype
I’m back with the second part of our mini-series on autism. Today I’m really trying to parse out why we’re seeing such a gap in how often we diagnose males versus females.
567. How to Talk to Kids About AI
I’m coming at this episode as much as a parent as I am a psychologist or the co-founder of an AI company.
566. Autism Mini-Series: A Review of the ADOS-2
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how easy it is to let the "drift" happen in a testing practice.
565. The Assessment Practice Audit
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how easy it is to let the "drift" happen in a testing practice.
564. Cybersecurity and Data Sovereignty
Staying on top of the legal side of things is a huge pain, but we are at a point where keeping up with these digital shifts is just a core part of running a practice.
563. Tele-Assessment Research
I've been thinking a lot lately about how much tele-assessment has changed since the early days of the pandemic...
562. AI and the Ethics of Efficiency
I'm diving back into a topic that I feel more strongly about every day, which is the intersection of professional burnout and the way we handle our documentation.
561. Digital vs. Analog Administration: Research & Practice
As we continue our exploration of modern assessment, I wanted to dive deep into the long-standing debate between digital and paper-based administration.
560. Selling Answers, Not Tests: Pivoting to Private Pay
I am so excited to dive into one of the most requested topics we have ever had: making the transition from an insurance-based model to a private pay practice.
559. The ROI of a Psychometrist: Scaling Your Time
In this episode, I break down the financial and operational logic behind transitioning from a solo assessment model to a technician-led model.
558. Why Your Claims Are Being Denied: Common Coding Errors
In this episode, I break down the essential components of the "core stack" for psychological and neuropsychological testing billing.
557. Reverse-Engineering Your Hourly Rate
I’ve found that many assessment clinicians struggle to set fees that actually support their lives and prevent burnout.
556. Wisdom Over Numbers: Writing Reports Differently
In this episode, I dive deep into the modern evolution of neuropsychological and psychological report writing. We explore why the traditional model of listing scores and rote data is no longer effective for our primary audience
555. Accuracy vs. Intuition: Stop Trying to “Sense” Effort
Clinical intuition is often little more than a coin flip when it comes to detecting suboptimal effort. We like to think we can spot a client who isn't giving their best, but the data suggests otherwise.
554. ADHD, Sluggish Cognitive Tempo, and Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome
In this episode, I dive into the evolving understanding of Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome (CDS), formerly known as sluggish cognitive tempo.
553. The Science of Testing Fatigue
In this episode, I dive into the neurobiology of testing fatigue and why it is much more than just a simple lack of energy.
552. The Roadmap to Residential Placement w/ Jennifer Taylor
In this episode, I sit down with Jennifer Taylor, an expert therapeutic educational consultant...
551. The Gatekeepers: Unpacking InterQual and the Battle for Medical Necessity
In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Sharp shares a personal and professional deep dive into the opaque world of InterQual and prior authorization.
550. Neurodiversity-Affirming Autism Assessment Across the Lifespan- Strengths & Differential Diagnosis w: Dr. Sara Woods
Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. In this episode, I sit down with Sara Woods to challenge the traditional, deficit-heavy lens of autism diagnostics and explore what it means to practice in a truly neurodiversity-affirming way. We discuss the shift from seeing autism as a collection of clinical “problems” to recognizing it as a natural variation of the ... Read More
549. TTP Updates: Craft Membership, Crafted Practice, and Reverb 2.0
I have been a bit quiet lately, but for good reason, and I wanted to take a moment to reorient myself and check in with all of you.
548. Warm Leads Win: Email, Follow-Up, and Relationship Marketing w/ Nicole McCance
In this episode, I sit down with Nicole McCance of the McCance Method to talk about what’s actually working right now to grow a therapy group practice...
547. The Best Episodes of 2025
As this year winds down, I’ve been reflecting on how much of 2025 was about refinement rather than expansion.
546.Business Trends in Assessment for 2026
In this episode, I break down what I believe are the most important business trends shaping assessment practices in 2026.
545. Interview Season Survival Guide for Interns and Postdocs w/ Dr. Andrea Zartman
Today, I sit down with Dr. Andrea Zartman, a neuropsychologist and training director at the Dallas VA, to unpack what actually matters in internship and postdoc applications and interviews.
543. Research Review: Natural Language Processing (NLP) in Neuropsychology
In this episode, I take a deep dive into how natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning are beginning to reshape neuropsychological assessment.
542. AI is Diagnosing Your Clients
In this episode, I break down the rapid rise of consumers treating AI systems as medical advisors and what this means for us as psychologists and assessment clinicians.
541. A Primer on Optimizing Your Website for AI Search
In this episode, I break down how AI search is rapidly reshaping the way clients discover psychologists and neuropsychologists online.
540. The NIH Toolbox w/ Dr. Stephanie Ruth Young
In this episode, I talk with Dr. Stephanie Ruth Young from Northwestern University about the NIH Toolbox family of assessments: powerful, research-backed instruments that many clinicians still overlook.
539. Cut Your Report Writing Time in Half
In this episode, I tackle one of the most time-consuming challenges in assessment psychology: report writing.
538. How VR and AI Are Redefining Psychological Practice w/ Dr. Skip Rizzo
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Albert “Skip” Rizzo, one of the world’s leading innovators in using virtual reality (VR) and artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance psychological assessment, rehabilitation, and clinical training.
537. Diversify or Double Down?
In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the most tempting moves for private practice owners: diversification.
536. Paying Well Without Sinking the Ship
Today, I walk through four compensation models that work for testing and therapy practices...
535. Selling Your Practice w/ Dr. Carrie Singer
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Carrie Singer, founder of www.sellyourpractice.com and the Facebook group Mergers and Acquisitions for Mental Health Professionals, to explore one of the least-discussed but most critical topics for group practice owners: selling your practice.
534. The Referral Recession
In this solo episode, I dive into what I’ve started calling the “referral recession” – the noticeable dip in testing referrals many practices have seen since 2024.
533. Scaling and Growth Part 2: Hiring vs. Optimizing
In the second episode of my Scaling Smart mini-series, I dig into the tactical question every practice owner faces once they decide to grow: should you hire, or should you optimize the team and systems you already have?
532. Scaling and Growth Part 1: Grow or Hold Steady?
In this first part of my Scaling Smart mini-series, I dive into one of the hardest decisions we face in private practice: should you grow your practice, or should you hold steady?
531. The Science and Art of Trauma Assessment w/ Dr. Erin Eadie & Dr. John Briere
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Erin Eadie and Dr. John Briere, co-authors of the third edition of Principles of Trauma Therapy.
530. Crossover: The Owner’s Room w/ Dr. Tara Vossenkemper
In this special crossover episode, I joined my friend Dr. Tara Vossenkemper on her podcast, Culture Focused Practice.
529. Creating Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools w/ Emily Kircher-Morris, LPC
In this episode, I talk with Emily Kircher-Morris, LPC, about how to create neurodiversity-affirming schools.
528. AI for Testing Psychologists: My Proposed AI Competencies
In this episode, I walk through my draft framework for AI competencies in psychology...
527. AI for Testing Psychologists, Part 2: Ethics, Supervision, and Protecting Clinical Judgment in the AI Era
In this episode, I step back from the nuts and bolts of AI tools and dig into the ethical, supervisory, and professional development challenges of using AI in psychological assessment.
526. AI for Testing Psychologists, Part 1: Practical Tools and Ideas
In this episode, I dive into the real-world ways psychologists can harness AI in their practices.
525. AI for Testing Psychologists: I Am Not Jeremy Sharp
In this special experiment, I let AI take over my podcast.
524. Wearable Tech Meets School Psychology w/ Rich Brancaccio from Pearson
In this episode, I talk with school psychologist–turned–tech entrepreneur Rich Brancaccio, creator of the Revibe wearable device (now available through Pearson).
523. Google Ads in 2025 w/ John Sanders from RevKey
In this episode, I welcome back John Sanders, founder of RevKey, to break down what testing psychologists need to know about Google Ads in 2025.
522. Functional Cognitive Disorder w/ Dr. Ryan Van Patten
I had a fascinating conversation with Dr. Ryan Van Patten, board-certified neuropsychologist, podcaster, and researcher, about the increasingly recognized but still misunderstood condition known as Functional Cognitive Disorder (FCD).
