Understanding the Personality Assessment
The Pleiades personality assessment is a comprehensive questionnaire designed to understand your unique personality traits, communication preferences, and therapeutic needs. This assessment is the foundation of our matching algorithm and helps us connect you with the most compatible therapist.
Why It Matters
Research shows that therapeutic outcomes are significantly improved when clients and therapists have compatible personalities and communication styles. Our assessment goes beyond basic preferences to understand the deeper aspects of how you relate to others.
How to Complete the Assessment
After creating your account, you'll be guided to take our personality assessment. Here's what to expect:
- Allow Enough Time - The assessment takes approximately 10-20 minutes to complete.
- Find a Quiet Space - Take the assessment somewhere quiet where you won't be interrupted.
- Answer Honestly - There are no "right" or "wrong" answers. The most effective matches come from honest responses.
Types of Questions You'll Encounter
The assessment includes various types of questions designed to understand different aspects of your personality:
- Multiple Choice - Select the option that best represents you
- Scale Ratings - Rate how strongly you agree or disagree with statements
- Scenario-Based Questions - How you might respond in hypothetical situations
- Open-Ended Questions - Brief written responses about your preferences and experiences
What We Measure
Our assessment evaluates several key dimensions:
- Communication Style - How you prefer to express yourself and receive information
- Personality Traits - Your unique pattern of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
- Therapeutic Preferences - The approaches and methods that work best for you
- Problem-Solving Style - How you tend to approach challenges
- Emotional Processing - How you experience and manage emotions
Tips for Accurate Results
- Answer based on how you truly are, not how you wish to be
- Don't overthink questions - your first instinct is often most accurate
- If you're unsure about a question, choose the option that feels most like you most of the time
- Be honest about your challenges - this helps us match you with someone equipped to help
After Completing the Assessment
Once you've completed the assessment:
- Our algorithm will process your results
- We'll generate potential therapist matches based on compatibility
- You'll receive a list of recommended therapists
- You can review therapist profiles and select who you'd like to work with
Retaking the Assessment
People change over time, and your preferences might evolve as well. We recommend retaking the assessment every 6-12 months or if you experience significant life changes. You can retake the assessment through your account settings.