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VMA Psych is truly an amazing place, from the welcoming staff to the incredible hospitality. The atmosphere feels like heaven—calm, soothing music and private offices that make the waiting experience so comfortable. They even treat the kids with candy and chocolate, which makes them feel happy and at ease. Above all, Dr. Murphy is very sympathetic, kind, and compassionate. His support from day one through to the end has been unmatched. I truly recommend VMA Psych to anyone looking for a psychoeducational assessment.

Amazing, doctor amazing staff. I'm so glad that I found them.

I recommend VMA Psych based on my experience this is a warm and incredible place. They response time is so fast. They care about the patient. They handle my case professionally. Thus, based on my experience I recommend VMA Psych.

Extremely disappointed with Dr. Murphy’s assessment and ethical conduct. I was referred to Dr. Murphy through police involvement, and unfortunately, my experience was deeply concerning. What was supposed to be a psychological evaluation turned into a rushed and surface-level session that failed to reflect my actual mental health history and diagnoses. Here are the specific issues I encountered: • Misdiagnosis / Contradiction: Dr. Murphy’s report contradicted previous, formal diagnoses I had already received from qualified professionals—namely, Autism Level 1 and ADHD, both documented through detailed assessments. His report made no effort to reconcile or even mention these diagnoses. • Inadequate Testing: The assessment was brief and lacked comprehensive psychological or neuropsychological testing. There was no full IQ test or validated autism spectrum assessment included. • Bias and Possible Conflict of Interest: I later discovered that Dr. Murphy personally knows another psychologist (Dr. Grunberger) who had previously handled part of my case. This was never disclosed. That raises concerns about neutrality and professional boundaries. • Negative Impact on My Legal Proceedings: The content of his report was accessed by police and used in a way that harmed my credibility and case. His language minimized my disabilities and framed my behavior without context, making me more vulnerable to being misunderstood or unfairly profiled. • Lack of Sensitivity: Despite being aware that I live with multiple mental health diagnoses and a history of trauma, his report lacked empathy and nuance. It felt more like a tool for risk labeling than a genuine attempt to help or understand. This is not the standard of care that patients—especially vulnerable ones—should be receiving from a licensed professional. If you are seeking a compassionate, thorough, and ethical psychological assessment, I strongly encourage you to look elsewhere.