ADHD Neuropsych Testing in Minneapolis: 6 More Places

Since I wrote about ADHD neuropsych testing in Minneapolis, I've kept meeting with more neuropsychologists and psychologists who evaluate ADHD across the Twin Cities. With their permission, I wanted to share what I've learned.

This update adds six more practices, with what each one shared with me about its own process: what it costs, how long you'll wait, and what to expect along the way. I reached out to each of these practices individually and connected with them, either virtually or in person over coffee. None of this is sponsored, and no one is paying me or giving me kickbacks of any kind. My honest intent is to spread awareness and help promote practices I genuinely believe are good people doing good work.

Do you need neuropsych testing at all?

Not always. If all you want is a clear answer to "is it ADHD or not," a focused ADHD evaluation may be all you need, and that's what I do in my own practice. Full neuropsychological testing is a good fit when you also want to look at learning differences, autism, or cognitive strengths and weaknesses, or when you need a detailed written report for school or work. I explain the differences in the first post, so start there if you're still deciding.

The six practices at a glance

Practice	Ages	Cost	Typical wait	Insurance
Learning and Language Specialists	4 to 60	$3,700	Less than 2 weeks	Out-of-network; bills commercial insurance as out-of-network
David Nathan, PsyD	7 to 70	$2,800 (ADHD only)	2 to 4 weeks	Out-of-network; superbill provided
Blooming Neuropsychology	2 to 22	$3,000	2 to 4 weeks	Out-of-network; superbill provided
White Bear Psychological Services	Children, adolescents, and adults	$3,300	2 to 4 weeks	Out-of-network; superbill provided
Portage Psychology	5 and up	$2,300 (ADHD-only evaluation); $3,500 (autism evaluation); $3,200 (Comprehensive Learning Evaluation)	1 to 3 months	Out-of-network; superbill provided
Mindful Evaluations	4 to 60	$2,500 to $3,500 private pay; lower depending on insurance plan	3 to 6 months	In-network with UHC, BCBS, Aetna, and Medica; insurance billing available

Costs, waits, and ages are as reported by each practice between August and September 2026. Please confirm with the practice before booking, since these change.

Learning and Language Specialists

Learning and Language Specialists has been helping neurodiverse clients understand their cognitive potential for 50 years. Dr. Kendra Woodworth (clinical psychologist) and Dr. Babs Vetter (school psychologist) evaluate ages 4 to 60 for ADHD, autism, learning disorders and dyslexia, and co-occurring concerns like anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. They report the shortest wait on this list, under two weeks, with a feedback session and the complete report about three weeks after testing is finished. The flat fee is $3,700, and they also bill commercial insurance as out-of-network. You can start by emailing or calling their intake team to see if it's a fit.

David Nathan, PsyD

Dr. David Nathan sees clients ages 7 to 70 for ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, personality testing, intellectual ability testing, and other neuropsychological assessments. His ADHD-only evaluation is $2,800 as a flat fee, and he is out-of-network, with a superbill provided. The process is three appointments: a one-hour intake, three hours of testing, and a one-hour feedback session, usually a week apart, so most clients go from intake to feedback in about two weeks. You get the written report at the feedback session. He offers a free initial consultation and accepts self-referrals. Dr. Nathan shares that he has conducted more than 2,000 mental health evaluations, has presented at national conferences on ADHD and screen addiction, and serves as a mental health spokesperson for Allina Health.

Blooming Neuropsychology

Blooming Neuropsychology is the one on this list to consider if you're a parent. Dr. Melissa Fischer, PsyD, LP, provides comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for ages 2 to 22, including autism, ADHD, learning differences, and twice-exceptionality, with additional expertise in fetal alcohol spectrum disorder and in children who were internationally adopted. Parents get direct feedback, the child gets their own feedback session and a personalized book explaining the results at their level, and the report arrives within two weeks of the feedback session. The fee is $3,000, the wait is 2 to 4 weeks, and a superbill is provided for out-of-network reimbursement. She offers a free initial consultation and accepts self-referrals. In her words, she's interested in your child as a whole person, not a collection of scores, and she's a mom who gets it.

White Bear Psychological Services

White Bear Psychological Services is led by Dr. Matt Hall and Dr. Rebecca Kanive, who evaluate children, adolescents, and adults for ADHD, autism, dyslexia and other learning disorders, giftedness, anxiety, depression, and trauma. They have particular experience with people whose ADHD or autism was overlooked earlier in life, including more internalized or masked presentations, which is a good fit if you're wondering whether you were missed as a kid. Their approach is neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-based. The fee is $3,300, the wait is typically 2 to 4 weeks, and a feedback session is included with every evaluation, with the report provided at that appointment. The whole process usually takes about four weeks. A superbill is provided, and you can start with a free initial consultation through their website contact form.

Portage Psychology

Portage Psychology has a team of psychologists who work with ages 5 and up on ADHD, autism, learning disorders, and other conditions that affect daily functioning. The $2,300 fee I was given is specifically for their ADHD-only evaluation, which is typically completed in a half day. If autism is also part of the referral question, their autism evaluation is $3,500 and is completed over a full day of testing. The autism evaluation also assesses for ADHD while addressing questions related to autism spectrum disorder.

Portage also offers a $3,200 Comprehensive Learning Evaluation, which is a full day of testing and includes assessment for ADHD as well as possible learning disorders. This option can also be relevant for adults seeking documentation for accommodations on graduate-level examinations such as the GRE, LSAT, or MCAT. A feedback session is included with every evaluation, and they provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement. Waits are typically one to three months, although some clinicians may have openings within 10 to 14 days, so it's worth asking who has the earliest availability. They offer a free initial consultation and accept self-referrals. Their stated goal is to help you find the best path forward, even if that isn't with them.

Mindful Evaluations

Mindful Evaluations, led by Dr. Christine Schuster, evaluates clients ages 4 to 60 and is the only practice here that is in-network with insurance and bills insurance directly, which matters if you want to use your benefits. Their private-pay cost ranges from $2,500 to $3,500. Depending on your insurance plan, your cost may be significantly lower. Mindful Evaluations is in-network with UHC, BCBS, Aetna, and Medica.

The wait is typically three to six months, so the trade-off is time. Their process includes a clinical interview, history review, and standard measures of cognitive and executive functioning. You can start by scheduling a free 15-minute information session via email or phone.

How to choose

A few questions can narrow this down quickly. Do you need testing for more than ADHD? Do you want to use insurance, or is a faster start worth paying out of pocket? Does the age range fit you or your child? And how soon do you need an answer? The shortest waits and the lowest cost aren't always at the same practice, so it helps to call two or three and compare how they describe their process.

If you only need to know whether you have ADHD and want to start treatment, you may not need full neuropsych testing at all. I evaluate and treat adult ADHD in my Edina practice, and my first available appointment is typically within about two weeks. If you've already completed testing with one of the practices above and have a report, I can use it, and the first visit for medication management is $500. You can book a free 15-minute consultation to see if it's a fit, or read more about my ADHD assessment and services and fees.

If you're a Twin Cities evaluator who would like to be considered for a future update, I'd love to hear from you. You can email me at DrPrisacari@adhdallianceofmn.com.

Vera Prisacari, M.D.
ADHD Alliance of MN

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