Calculated Practice

Calculated Practice provides pre-surgical psychological evaluations for adults seeking bariatric surgery. These evaluations are commonly required by bariatric programs to assess psychological readiness, behavioral risk factors, and the ability to follow post-operative guidelines.

Many bariatric surgery programs require a psychological evaluation before approval. This service is designed to meet that requirement.

The evaluation includes:

• structured intake forms
• standardized screening measures
• a brief clinical interview
• written PDF report addressing:
  • psychological readiness
  • relevant risk factors
  • surgical appropriateness from a behavioral health perspective

Available to adults physically located in Pennsylvania or California at the time of evaluation.

Evaluations are conducted by Christopher Sims, LPC, LPCC, a licensed mental health clinician in Pennsylvania and California.

Evaluations are structured, time-limited, and based on standardized screening tools and clinical interview.

Services

1. Bariatric Pre-Surgery Psychological Evaluation - $295

   Brief pre-surgical behavioral health evaluation for adults seeking documentation for bariatric surgery readiness.

   Who it's for: Adults in PA/CA preparing for bariatric surgery who need a psychological evaluation report as part of the surgical approval process.

   What’s included:

   • secure intake questionnaire
   • standardized screening tools
   • 20-minute clinical interview
   • written PDF evaluation report
   • recommendation if clinically appropriate

   Pricing: $295 self-pay

   Payment covers evaluation time, not guaranteed clearance.

   Boundaries:

   • This service is for adults only (18+)
   • You must be located in California or Pennsylvania
   • This is for self-pay only (no insurance claim support)
   • The report is sent directly to you
   • There is no guaranteed clearance

   Start Bariatric Pre-Surgery Clinical Evaluation

Payment covers the clinical evaluation process. A written report is provided following evaluation. Recommendations reflect the clinician’s findings at the time of assessment based on self-reported information and clinical interview.

About

Calculated Practice is operated by Christopher Sims, LPC, LPCC, a licensed mental health clinician in Pennsylvania and California.

The goal of this service is to provide straightforward clinical evaluations for individuals seeking documentation related to mental health needs.

Evaluations are conducted using standardized screening tools and structured questionnaires designed to assess symptoms, functional impairment, and the potential role of requested accommodations.

How It Works

• Step 1 — Register for the Evaluation: Begin the checkout process, and be sure to enter an email that can receive the finalized PDF evaluation report.
• Step 2 — Complete the Intake and Screening Forms: After payment, you will complete a structured questionnaire covering mental health symptoms, functional impairment, and relevant background information. Estimated time: 45–90 minutes (can be completed in multiple sittings). You'll also receive an email with a link if you need to resume the intake at a later time.
• Step 3 — Clinical Interview and Review: Meet for a brief 20-minute structured interview. A licensed clinician will review your responses and determine whether surgery may be clinically appropriate.
• Step 4 — Receive Documentation: Evaluation report is provided electronically as a PDF. This is usually sent 24-48 hours after the clinical interview is completed. Please submit the evaluation directly to your bariatric surgery team.

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