As a psychologist specializing in modern and holistic approaches to human behavior, I conduct various psychological assessments beyond traditional IQ or clinical models. Drawing from well-established theories such as Carl Jung’s psychological types, Howard Gardner’s multiple intelligences, and advanced self-awareness tools, my work focuses on helping individuals uncover their unique strengths, emotional patterns, and cognitive styles. Whether you’re a student exploring your learning preferences, a professional seeking better self-understanding, or a leader aiming to foster emotional intelligence, my assessments are tailored to illuminate the deeper aspects of your personality and potential.
Jungian Psychological Test
Here’s a more detailed look at how a Jungian psychological test works, including its foundations, theory, applications, and example formats.
What Is a Jungian Psychological Test?
A Jungian psychological test is a structured questionnaire that assesses personality type based on Carl Jung’s theory of psychological types. Jung believed that people have innate preferences for how they perceive the world and make decisions, which influence behavior, relationships, and stress response.
The most popular modern implementations of Jung’s theory include:
- Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
- Keirsey Temperament Sorter
- Socionics
- 16Personalities (a popular modern adaptation)
These tests aim to determine your type based on combinations of psychological functions.
Jungian Psychological Test: Theoretical Foundations
Carl Jung outlined four key psychological functions, each expressed in either an extraverted or introverted attitude:
The Four Functions:
| Function | Description |
| Thinking | Objective logic; how we analyze and evaluate situations |
| Feeling | Subjective values; how we assess worth or impact emotionally |
| Sensation | Focus on physical reality and sensory data |
| Intuition | Abstract perception; perceiving patterns, possibilities, and the unseen |
These functions combine with two attitudes:
- Introversion (I) – Drawn to internal thoughts, reflection
- Extraversion (E) – Drawn to external world, interaction
Later expanded by MBTI into four dichotomies:
| Dichotomy | Description |
| I / E | Focus inward vs. outward |
| S / N | Use senses vs. intuition for information |
| T / F | Use logic vs. emotion for decisions |
| J / P | Prefer structure vs. flexibility in life |
How a Jungian Psychological Test Is Used
Personal Growth
Helps individuals:
- Understand natural strengths and blind spots
- Manage stress more effectively
- Improve decision-making
Career Guidance
- Suggests careers aligned with preferences (e.g., ISTJ → accountant, ENFP → counselor)
- Aids in job interviews and resume framing
Relationships
- Helps partners understand each other’s communication and emotional needs
- Resolves conflicts by revealing style differences
Team Dynamics in Workplaces
- Encourages better collaboration
- Identifies leadership or support roles
Therapy & Coaching
- A tool for exploring identity and inner conflicts
- Useful for neurodivergent individuals to reflect on their cognitive patterns
How a Jungian Test Can Help
- Teenagers: Exploring identity and career direction
- College students: Finding academic focus and social strategies
- Professionals: Seeking better workplace fit or leadership growth
- Therapists/Coaches: Guiding clients with a personality-based framework
- Neurodivergent individuals: Helping contextualize how they differ from social norms
- Couples or Families: Improving communication styles
Example Test Format
Here’s an example of how the questions are framed in MBTI-style tests:
Example 1:
You are more energized by:
A) Being with a group of people (E)
B) Spending time alone (I)
Example 2:
When solving problems, you:
A) Trust practical experience (S)
B) Look for abstract connections (N)
Example 3:
You prefer to:
A) Have decisions made and plans settled (J)
B) Stay open to new information and options (P)
A test would have 60–100 questions like these. Based on your answers, it determines your personality type such as ENTP, ISFJ, etc.
Example Personality Type Breakdown
ENFJ – “The Protagonist”
- Extraverted: Energized by others
- Ntuitive: Focuses on big-picture ideas
- Feeling: Values empathy and emotion
- Judging: Likes planning and structure
Strengths: Charismatic, empathetic, inspiring
Careers: Teacher, counselor, manager, social worker
Jungian Test Limitations and Criticisms
- Lacks scientific reliability: MBTI lacks consistent validity in academic psychology.
- Overgeneralization: People may feel boxed into categories.
- Not suitable for diagnosis: It is not a clinical tool like the MMPI or DSM-based assessments.
However, many find it useful as a self-reflection and communication tool, especially when not taken as rigid or definitive.
Gardner Intelligence Test:
The Gardner Intelligence Test is an assessment based on Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences, proposed in 1983. Rather than measuring intelligence with a single IQ score, Gardner argued that humans possess multiple distinct types of intelligences, each reflecting different ways of interacting with the world.
What Is a Gardner Intelligence Test
The Gardner Intelligence Test is not a standardized test like IQ tests but a framework for identifying a person’s natural strengths across eight (later nine) types of intelligence. These intelligences are:
| Intelligence | Description |
| Linguistic | Word smart: good at reading, writing, storytelling |
| Logical-Mathematical | Number/reasoning smart: good at logic, patterns, and problem-solving |
| Spatial | Picture smart: good at visualizing, drawing, design |
| Bodily-Kinesthetic | Body smart: skilled in physical movement, dance, sports |
| Musical | Music smart: good at rhythm, pitch, sound recognition |
| Interpersonal | People smart: skilled at interacting and empathizing with others |
| Intrapersonal | Self smart: introspective, self-aware, reflective |
| Naturalistic | Nature smart: understanding plants, animals, and natural systems |
| Existential (optional) | Thinks about deep questions of life, death, meaning (added later) |
How a Gardner Intelligence Test Is Used
Though there’s no universal Gardner “test,” educators and psychologists use questionnaires or observational checklists to evaluate which intelligences are strongest in a person. These are often used in:
Education
- Curriculum design: Teachers tailor learning activities based on students’ strengths.
- Student engagement: Matching learning methods to preferred intelligence improves motivation.
Career Development
- Helps identify careers or work environments that align with natural talents.
Counseling and Therapy
- Offers a holistic view of abilities, especially for individuals who struggle with traditional academic skills.
Special Education & Neurodiversity
- Highlights strengths in autistic, ADHD, or dyslexic individuals who may not perform well on IQ-based assessments.
How a Gardner IQ Test Can Help
- Students: To understand their unique learning style
- Teachers: To differentiate instruction and identify overlooked talents
- Parents: To support children’s development at home
- Career seekers: To align jobs with personal strengths
- People with learning differences: To find validation in nontraditional strengths
Example Gardner IQ Test Questions
Here’s an example from a Multiple Intelligences assessment:
Sample Questions by Intelligence Type
(Respond: Agree / Disagree / Neutral)
Linguistic
“I enjoy reading books and writing stories.”
Logical-Mathematical
“I like solving puzzles and math problems.”
Spatial
“I can visualize how something will look before I make or draw it.”
Musical
“I remember songs and melodies easily.”
Bodily-Kinesthetic
“I learn best when I can move around or use my hands.”
Interpersonal
“I am good at understanding other people’s feelings.”
Intrapersonal
“I know what I want in life and reflect on my decisions.”
Naturalistic
“I notice and enjoy patterns in nature.”
Example Profile
Student A may show high strengths in:
- Musical Intelligence
- Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence
- Intrapersonal Intelligence
This suggests they may thrive in roles like: Musician | Performer | Therapist | Physical Trainer
Rather than pushing for math-heavy or linguistic tasks, teachers might engage them through movement, rhythm, or reflection-based learning.
Gardner Intelligence Limitations and Criticisms
- Not a formal psychological test: It lacks rigorous validation compared to IQ or achievement tests.
- Difficult to measure objectively: Many assessments are self-reported or observational.
- Misinterpretation risk: People may assume they can only excel in their “top” intelligence areas.
Still, it is widely used in educational and developmental contexts to highlight how people can be smart.
Self-awareness Test
A self-awareness test is a psychological or reflective tool designed to help individuals understand how well they know themselves — including their thoughts, emotions, motivations, strengths, weaknesses, behaviors, and impact on others.
Self-awareness is a foundational aspect of emotional intelligence, personal growth, and effective leadership. The goal of such tests is to encourage deeper introspection and accurate self-perception.
What Is a Self-Awareness Test
A self-awareness test is typically a questionnaire or guided reflection exercise that measures how attuned someone is to:
- Their internal emotional states (self-reflection)
- How they are perceived by others (external self-awareness)
- Their values, beliefs, and biases
- Their habitual behaviors and triggers
It’s not a diagnostic test, but a self-development tool used in coaching, therapy, or leadership development.
How Is a Self-Awareness Test Used
Self-awareness assessments are used in a variety of settings:
Personal Growth
- Helps individuals understand their emotional triggers, habits, and blind spots
- Enhances self-regulation, confidence, and clarity in decision-making
Leadership & Workplaces
- Used in leadership development programs
- Improves communication, empathy, and team dynamics
- Supports feedback reception and growth mindset
Therapy & Coaching
- Helps clients identify limiting beliefs or behavioral patterns
- Aids in setting more meaningful and aligned goals
Education
- Supports student development and emotional literacy
- Encourages critical thinking and mindfulness
Who Can a Self-Awareness Test Help?
- Students learning emotional intelligence and goal-setting
- Leaders & Managers improving team leadership and self-regulation
- Therapy clients working through self-defeating patterns
- Anyone seeking personal development, mindfulness, or better relationships
Example Questions
Self-awareness tests often use statements rated on a Likert scale (e.g., 1 = Strongly Disagree to 5 = Strongly Agree). Here’s a sample:
Internal Self-Awareness Questions
- “I can easily name the emotions I’m feeling.”
- “I regularly reflect on my decisions and actions.”
- “I understand the reasons behind my habits.”
External Self-Awareness Questions
- “I seek feedback from others to improve myself.”
- “I understand how others perceive me at work or in relationships.”
- “People often react differently than I expect.”
After scoring, the test highlights strengths and blind spots in self-perception, emotional understanding, or social awareness.
Example Use of a Self-Awareness Test
Case: Leadership Coaching
A manager takes a self-awareness test and scores high on internal self-reflection but low on external awareness. They often assume they’re coming across as calm and confident, but team feedback shows they appear detached or disinterested.
Coaching Insight: The test helps the manager recognize a mismatch between self-perception and social perception, prompting them to seek regular feedback and practice more visible engagement.
Self-Awareness Test Limitations
- Self-report bias: People may not see themselves clearly or may answer aspirationally.
- Not a clinical tool: It’s not used to diagnose mental health conditions.
- Surface-level insight if done quickly: Real growth comes from applying the results through coaching or reflective practices.
Related Tools
- Johari Window (visual model of self-awareness vs. others’ awareness)
- Emotional Intelligence (EQ) assessments
- 360-degree feedback (used in leadership development)
Case Example: A College Student at a Crossroads
Client Profile:
- Name: Alex
- Age: 20
- Background: Second-year university student struggling to choose a major.
- Presenting concern: Conflicted between pursuing a career in science (parental pressure) vs. a more creative path (personal interest). Alex reports feeling “scattered,” anxious about the future, and unsure of what they’re really good at.
Step 1: Jungian Psychological Test (MBTI-style)
Result: INFP (Introverted, Intuitive, Feeling, Perceiving)
Interpretation:
Alex is idealistic, introspective, and guided by values. They seek purpose and creative freedom over structure or practicality. The test reveals that Alex prefers abstract thinking and dislikes rigid systems—making highly structured scientific fields feel draining or uninspiring.
Step 2: Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences Assessment
Top 3 Intelligences Identified:
- Linguistic Intelligence: Strong in writing, storytelling, and verbal expression
- Intrapersonal Intelligence: High self-reflection, emotional insight
- Visual-Spatial Intelligence: Interest and talent in design and aesthetics
Interpretation:
These results support a career or academic path that involves creativity, expression, and internal motivation—such as writing, graphic design, psychology, or media.
Step 3: Self-Awareness Test
Findings:
- High Internal Self-Awareness: Alex is deeply reflective and aware of his personal values and emotions.
- Low External Self-Awareness: Alex is unsure how others perceive them and hesitates to seek feedback or assert his needs.
- Blind Spot: Difficulty distinguishing between what they truly want and what they think they “should” do.
Interpretation:
The self-awareness test highlights Alex’s internal conflict between pleasing others (external expectations) and following his inner compass.
Combined Insight & Recommendations
The three assessments together revealed:
- A value-driven personality (INFP)
- Strengths in communication and introspection
- A need for autonomy and creativity, not rigid paths
- Emotional clarity, but uncertainty in assertiveness or direction
Psychologist’s Guidance:
- Encourage Alex to explore majors like creative writing, psychology, media, or design
- Suggest informational interviews or shadowing with professionals in artistic or therapeutic fields
- Practice building external self-awareness through feedback exercises (e.g., Johari Window)
- Develop a values-aligned action plan, gradually shifting from external validation to internal motivation
Outcome
Alex ultimately decided to major in Psychology with a minor in Visual Media, combining creative and reflective strengths. With clearer self-awareness and validation of his natural talents, Alex felt more confident navigating future decisions and more connected to his identity.
Conclusion and Our Work
By integrating classic psychological theory with modern, innovative assessment methods, I aim to empower individuals not just to understand themselves—but to grow. Each test I offer is a doorway into greater clarity, confidence, and connection, designed to support lifelong learning and transformation. Whether you’re navigating personal challenges or striving for professional excellence, these tools provide the insight needed to make meaningful, informed changes.
