Assessment Tools

Assessment Tools for Effective Therapy with Kenneth L. DeSeve, Ph.D.

Kenneth L. DeSeve Portrait

Therapy Preparation

Kenneth L. DeSeve, Ph.D., specializes in providing effective interpersonal therapy for individuals and couples who are facing difficulties in their relationships. His practice focuses on addressing and overcoming relationship struggles. A crucial component of the therapy provided is sex therapy, which equips clients with the necessary tools to pursue healthier and happier relationships.

Before Therapy

Before attending your first session or even answering the questionnaires below, please remember that it is common to experience increased stress when confronting emotional challenges in the early stages of treatment. Unforeseen issues may also arise during therapy, at which point you can discuss them with Dr. DeSeve.

Understanding Your Rights

If you are uncomfortable with filling out the assessment tools, please remember that Dr. DeSeve has provided them to help you, and he will not violate your right to privacy. The work you do with him is confidential and falls under the category of privileged communication. Washington state law protects your privacy in most circumstances, and Dr. DeSeve will not discuss your information or discussions with anyone without your written permission.

When others involved in your case may benefit from certain information, you must first complete a Release of Information consent form.

Couple Bonding to Each Other While Making Selfie

Couples’ Questionnaires

The following questionnaires can help you focus on the nature of your issues. During the first few couples therapy sessions, you and your partner will focus on identifying your relationship conflict. In order for Dr. DeSeve to understand your situation, please print and complete the questionnaires that are relevant to your situation and bring them to your first appointment. This will help determine the kinds of changes you want to achieve from therapy.

Here are the questionnaires: