Why Most Families Wait 9–12 Months for a Psych Eval in NC — And How TrueCare is Different

If you've called a clinic or hospital program recently looking for a psychological evaluation, you've likely heard the same answer: "We're not accepting new clients," or "The next available appointment is in 9 to 12 months." You're not alone — and it's not your fault. This is a systemic problem affecting families across North Carolina.

Why Is the Waitlist So Long?

The demand for psychological evaluations — especially for ASD and ADHD — has grown dramatically over the past decade. Awareness has increased, schools are identifying more students, and adults who went undiagnosed as children are now seeking answers. Meanwhile, the number of licensed psychologists specializing in diagnostic assessment has not kept pace.

Hospital-based programs and university clinics are often the most overwhelmed. They serve large populations, have training responsibilities, and operate within systems that limit how many clients they can see. Private practices fill quickly as well.

What Families Lose While Waiting

A 9 to 12 month wait isn't just inconvenient — it has real consequences:

• Children miss out on school services and IEP eligibility they qualify for but can't access without a diagnosis
• ABA therapy — which requires a diagnostic report — is delayed
• Adults struggle at work or in school without accommodations they could have had months earlier
• Families live with uncertainty when answers are available

How TrueCare Evaluations is Different

TrueCare Evaluations was created specifically to solve this problem. By operating as a fully telehealth practice — available to anyone in North Carolina — and by working with licensed psychologists who have availability, we've eliminated the waitlist entirely.

• No waitlist — new clients can begin the intake process within days of reaching out
• 7 to 10 day report turnaround — from your first testing session to your written report
• 100% telehealth — no commute, no clinic, available statewide across NC
• Secure portal — all paperwork, sessions, and reports in one private, organized place

You Deserve Answers Now

The waitlist crisis is real, but it doesn't have to be your reality. If you or your child needs an evaluation, TrueCare Evaluations offers a faster, more accessible path — without sacrificing the quality or comprehensiveness of the assessment.