Psychological Evaluations and
Psychological Testing (such as the MMPI-2)

Increasingly, as part of the dossier, many international adoptions now
require a psychological evaluation to determine the mental health and
readiness for parenting of the prospective adoptive parents.  These
evaluations usually need to be performed by a licensed clinical
psychologist.

As a licensed clinical psychologist experienced in the issues regarding
adoption,  Dr. Rouff has the expertise necessary to perform these
evaluations for prospective adoptive parents .  In addition, Dr. Rouff is
also able to provide psychological testing services such as
administering, scoring, and interpreting the MMPI-2 and other
psychological tests.

The evaluation process typically involves attending two hour-long
appointments and participating in an extensive clinical interview.  
Additional appointments may be required if psychological testing is
needed.

If the prospective parents appear to be in good mental health, Dr. Rouff
will then work with the adoption agency to prepare a report that will
meet the requirements of the specific country involved.   These reports
are usually completed and submitted within two weeks of the final
interview session.

For more information on the evaluation process and fees, or to
schedule an appointment, please contact Dr. Rouff directly at 847-302-
0411 or at drrouff@lisarouff.com.

Adoption Counseling

In addition to evaluation services, Dr. Rouff also provides counseling
services to individuals and couples considering adoption as a means  
of building their family.    Counseling can help prospective adoptive
parents with:

  • making the decision whether to adopt
  • deciding between the options of international and domestic
    adoption
  • deciding about characteristics of adopted children--age,
    gender, special needs, etc.
  • support during the oftentimes stressful adoption process
  • adjustment to parenthood once the adoption occurs
Adoption Services

205 Commerce Drive,
Suite C
Grayslake, IL 60030

180 N. Michigan Avenue
Suite 605
Chicago, IL 60601

847-302-0411
e-mail:  
drrouff@lisarouff.com