Michelle Short
Admissions Director
(301) 422-5429 | michelles@sli.org

Each evaluation is led by a licensed psychologist working with a multidisciplinary team of trained spiritual formators and mental health professionals. Our experienced staff of clergy, religious, and lay professionals understand, respect, and value the vocations of those we serve.

A series of structured interviews to help the team gain a better understanding of the client’s history and psychological profile:

• Clinical – explores personal and family mental health history, highlights notable medical conditions, and identifies any problematic behaviors
• Psychosocial – addresses emotional and behavioral functioning, trauma, family of origin dynamics, addictions, and sexual and relationship history

This structured interview includes questions about the client’s family practice of religion, childhood faith experiences, vocation story, experience of formation and current ministry, image of God, and prayer life.

Neuropsychological screening includes an in-depth assessment and testing of skills and abilities linked to brain function. An interview is also conducted to clarify neurological status and gather data to inform diagnosis and treatment. Personality testing is conducted to gain insight into the client’s personality profile and general mental health.

Medical services are provided on site by the staff psychiatrist, nurse, and an internist. The initial consultation includes laboratory testing and an assessment of medication and other health needs.

The result of a clinical evaluation is a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment recommendations. The evaluation team, client, and ecclesial superior participate in a one-hour feedback session to discuss the evaluation. A detailed written report with recommendations and compiled test results is provided following the feedback session.

Directions

Saint Luke Institute is located at 8380 Colesville Road, Suite 300, Silver Spring, Maryland, 20910. There is ample free parking. Please call our front office at (301) 445-7970 should you have any difficulties with finding our building.

Schedule

Evaluations typically begin on Monday morning and end on Friday afternoon. Your schedule of daily appointments will be emailed to you before the start of the evaluation. Our staff works with each evaluation client to accommodate scheduling needs.

Transportation

Our offices are conveniently located near three major airports:

• Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) – 30 miles away
• Reagan National Airport (DCA) – 13 miles away
• Dulles International Airport (IAD) – 29 miles away

Clients may travel to and from SLI by private car, ride share, or public transportation. The Silver Spring Metrorail station is 0.2 miles from our building.

Hotel

There are a variety of hotel options within walking distance, including the nearby Doubletree Hilton hotel on Georgia Avenue, where we have a discounted rate of $149 per night. Contact the hotel manager directly to get the rate. There are also two extended stay hotels in the local area, which will require clients to have private transportation:

Residence Inn by Marriott – Silver Spring

Home2 Suites by Hilton Silver Spring

Meals

Clients usually bring their lunch, eat at nearby restaurants, or access the local supermarket adjacent to the building at lunchtime. We maintain a lounge at our offices with coffee, snacks, a refrigerator and microwave.

Required Forms

Once the evaluation date is confirmed, you will receive an email with documents to be completed prior to the start of the evaluation.

Cost

We are committed to providing excellent care at a reasonable cost, and will assist our clients with receiving out-of-network or other coverage offered by their insurance.

Privacy

We value your privacy. Our staff follow the strictest confidentiality principles set forth by Maryland law. We will discuss confidentiality with you on your first visit.