Dr. Katie Penry Expands ADHD Assessment Services Across 43 States

Dr. Katie Penry, a licensed clinical psychologist in Southern Alabama, is broadening access to her specialized ADHD evaluation services for individuals across 43 PSYPACT member states. Her practice introduces a contemporary, neuroaffirming approach to diagnosis, particularly designed for two groups that are frequently underserved in conventional mental health settings: women between the ages of 30 and 55 and college students looking for greater academic and personal insight.

Conventional ADHD assessments often emphasize deficits and functional impairments while overlooking strengths and adaptive abilities. Dr. Penry’s research-informed methodology takes a different approach by combining established psychometric assessments with the proprietary Penry Inventory of Strengths and Impacts (PISI). This framework aims to provide not just a diagnosis, but a more complete understanding of an individual’s cognitive profile, including abilities such as hyperfocus and creative, non-linear thinking.

For women in midlife, ADHD symptoms can commonly appear as ongoing fatigue, burnout, chronic overwhelm, or the persistent sense of falling behind. Many women remain undiagnosed for years, with estimates suggesting that only a small percentage of adults with ADHD receive accurate identification and treatment. By incorporating secure proprietary technology to streamline data analysis and reporting, Penry Psychology is able to provide a more efficient and cost-effective assessment process compared to many traditional neuropsychological services.

College students encounter different challenges, as undiagnosed ADHD can negatively affect academic performance and increase the likelihood of long-term difficulties, including higher dropout rates and elevated risks for substance misuse later in life. Penry Psychology integrates AI-supported conversational intake tools to improve the collection of developmental history and collateral information. This process helps accelerate the delivery of detailed, actionable reports that can support academic accommodations and individualized treatment planning.

Dr. Penry’s work is informed by more than 15 years of clinical practice and five years of experience developing scalable mental health technologies. Her professional background includes treating severe mental illness as well as advancing innovations in maternal mental health care. By combining clinical expertise with practical problem-solving, she focuses on making psychological assessment more accessible, personalized, and meaningful for her clients.

Additional details about assessment options and appointment scheduling can be found at www.penrypsychology.com.