ADHD Assessment
We are here to move beyond outdated stereotypes and create space for ADHD to be understood in all its forms. Our neurodivergent and neuro-affirming team provides comprehensive ADHD assessments that recognise the many ways ADHD can present — including internalised, masked, or externally coping profiles that are often overlooked.
Our ADHD assessments are trauma-informed and we understand that ADHDers are more likely to have experienced trauma than their neurotypical peers. Rather than asking whether it’s ADHD or trauma, we explore neurodivergence and trauma together, and how these experiences interact.
We also provide thorough differential diagnosis to distinguish ADHD from other neurodevelopmental differences, complex trauma, and mental health conditions.
Our goal is to provide clarity,
validation, and a deeper understanding
of how your brain works.
Our Assessment Process
Our neuro-affirming ADHD assessments consist of 2-3 hours of interview time.
Appointments can be scheduled in one- or two-hour blocks, depending on your preference and capacity. Our team will work with you to structure the sessions in a way that supports comfort, pacing, and a thorough assessment process.
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In your appointment, we will talk to you about your possible ADHD traits using the DIVA-5 (for adults) or the Young DIVA (for individuals under 18). We will discuss ADHD traits in both adulthood and childhood.
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If you are under 25, we ask that you bring a parent, carer or an adult you knew as a child.
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If you are over 25, you are welcome to bring a support person.
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You will be invited to complete online questionnaires prior to or during the assessment process. These measures help provide additional information about attention, executive functioning, sensory experiences, and other relevant areas.
Once the assessment process is complete, you will attend a 1-hour feedback session with your assessor.
During this session, we will:
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Discuss the assessment findings
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Explain how they relate to diagnostic criteria (if applicable)
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Provide recommendations for supports, strategies, or next steps
This is also your opportunity to ask questions and reflect on the information in a supportive and collaborative space.
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Fees and FAQ
Fees for ADHD assessments are $1500 to $2000 for the assessment plus a full report
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There are different assessment rates, depending on your assessor's experience.
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Assessments with our senior assessors are $2000 for interviews, questionnaires, and full report.
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Assessments with our other assessors are $1500 for interviews, questionnaires, and a full report. All of our registered and provisional psychologists are supervised by our senior clinicians throughout your assessment.
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Please see the psychologist's profile page for the cost of an assessment with your assessor.
*The fees listed here are based on a standard assessment with up to 3 hours of interview time. If your assessment is complex and we estimate more time is needed, the fee will be higher. Our admin team will contact you if your assessment may require more work so we can provide you with an updated quote.-
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You can pay privately for your assessment.
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Unfortunately, Medicare does not provide rebates for ADHD assessments with psychologists.
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Private health fund rebates may be available depending on your provider, level of cover, and assessor. If you would like to use your health fund let us know, as you'll need to see a registered psychologist.
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You may be able to use your NDIS funding to pay for an assessment, depending on your plan goals. If you are plan-managed, please check with your Support Coordinator or Plan Manager to see if your assessment can be covered.
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Adults
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Teenagers over 13 years old
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Children*
*Assessments for children up to 12 years of age are best done in person, where the assessment can be play-based. A face-to-face assessment for children is typically more engaging for your child and can provide better observation data for the assessor. However, sometimes, it is not possible or practical for a family to access a face-to-face assessment for their child. They might live in a regional or remote area with limited access to services, or there might be a medical, developmental, or disability-related reason why a face-to-face assessment is not possible or practical. You are welcome to join our waiting list if a telehealth assessment is the right choice for your family.
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Psychologist vs Psychiatrist for ADHD assessment
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ADHD assessments can be completed with a psychologist, psychiatrist, or paediatrician (for children and teens)
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If you are considering ADHD medication, your GP can refer you directly to a psychiatrist or paediatrician, as they are medical doctors who can assess and prescribe medication.
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Psychologists can assess and diagnoses ADHD but cannot prescribe medication. Some paediatricians may request a psychologist's assessment before confirming an ADHD diagnosis in children, but this is less common for adults seeing psychiatrists.
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Do Psychiatrist accept psychologists reports?
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While our reports are accepted as evidence by psychiatrists, they typically conduct their own assessment before prescribing medication. Each psychiatrist has their own assessment process, and while our reports may help streamline their evaluation, it does not guarantee a shorter assessment. A good first step is to speak with your GP about psychiatrists they refer to and their specific process.
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Why choose an ADHD assessment with a psychologist?
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Some people prefer an ADHD assessment with a psychologist, either before seeing a psychiatrist or instead of seeing one. Some reasons include -
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No interest in medication - they want to understand themselves and their neurotype better
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Comprehensive written documentation - helpful for requesting workplace of school accommodations (we also offer targeted workplace or school accomodation assessments)
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A holistic and affirming approach - our reports are neuro-affirming and provide a detailed overview
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