Northwest Psychometric was established in 2024 with a clear vision: to advance the field of psychological assessment through innovative, scientifically grounded testing solutions for mental health professionals.
The company was founded by Robert Basham, Ph.D., a former clinical psychologist with extensive expertise in forensic assessment. Dr. Basham brings decades of experience in psychological evaluation and a deep understanding of the clinical testing landscape to Northwest Psychometric's mission.
Our flagship offering is the MIASA (Multi-informant Assessment System for Adolescents), a test derived from the Adolescent Behavioral Questionnaire, a clinical instrument developed by Dr. Basham in the early 1990s and subjected to extensive clinical use.
Northwest Psychometric is committed to developing cutting-edge clinical tests that empower mental health professionals with reliable, valid, and culturally responsive assessment tools. We achieve this through:
- Modern Psychometrics: Leveraging contemporary advances in psychological measurement science
- Rigorous Development: Employing evidence-based test development methodologies
- User-Centered Design: Creating intuitive web-based platforms that enhance efficiency for both clinicians and assessment participants
- Continuous Innovation: Maintaining "live” instruments that undergo regular improvement, revalidation, and re-norming
Our Commitment
We believe that effective psychological assessment must evolve with our understanding of human behavior and cultural change. Our commitment to maintaining dynamic, responsive testing instruments ensures that mental health professionals have access to tools that remain relevant and effective across diverse populations and changing societal contexts.
Through this approach, Northwest Psychometric aims to set new standards in clinical assessment, supporting better outcomes for the adolescents and families served by mental health professionals worldwide.