Use of the Psychological Test Report in the Course of Psychotherapy

Abstract

Most studies predicting psychotherapy outcome involve the use of a particular test or group of tests. Very little is found concerning the use or usefulness of what is more generally available, the psychological test report. This article discusses the psychological test report not only as a useful instrument to predict outcome of psychotherapy, but also as an objective measure to assist in understanding the progress of psychotherapy and to alert the therapist of potentially very critical and delicate situations. Case examples are included illustrating the use of the psychological test report during the course of psychotherapy.