Assessments
ADHD Assessment
We provide comprehensive ADHD assessments for both children and adults, using an affirming and strengths-based approach. The process begins with a clinical intake to explore background and developmental history, followed by a tailored assessment that may include questionnaires, rating scales, structured interviews (such as the DIVA-5), and play-based observations for younger children. Our assessments go beyond checklists to explore how ADHD traits show up uniquely for each person, considering both strengths and challenges.
A detailed written report, completed within six weeks, provides clear feedback, practical strategies, and recommendations for supports and accommodations at home, school, or work. We also collaborate with medical specialists if medication is being considered, and offer ongoing counselling and support to help you or your child better understand and thrive with your ADHD neurotype.
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Please note that psychologists cannot prescribe medication. If this is your preferred outcome, we recommend booking directly with a psychiatrist or a paediatrician.
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Costs: Intake $270.00
Assessment: Child $1250.00; Adult $1075.00
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Autism Assessment
We offer comprehensive and affirming autism assessments for children, teens, and adults. Our process is designed to explore each individual’s unique profile, highlighting strengths as well as support needs, and providing clear recommendations for the future.
The process begins with a Clinical Intake, where background information, developmental history, and current concerns are discussed. Parents attend without children for child assessments, to allow for open conversation. Following this, you or your child (and teachers) will complete carefully selected questionnaires and screeners that help us better understand areas such as social communication, daily living skills, sensory preferences, and emotional well-being.
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The Assessment Session is tailored to the individual. For many, we use the MIGDAS-2, a neurodiversity-affirming, person-centred tool that values lived experience and natural communication styles. For younger children, the ADOS-2 may be used, offering structured, play-based opportunities to observe communication, interaction, and imagination. Throughout, feedback is provided, and families are encouraged to ask questions.
We value using tools that affirm identity, not just diagnose. While the ADOS-2 is widely used in clinical practice, the MIGDAS-2 provides a more inclusive, descriptive, and validating picture, particularly for women, girls, and individuals who mask. This approach helps people better understand themselves and feel empowered, not pathologised.
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A detailed, strengths-based report is completed within 8 weeks of your final session, providing practical recommendations, support options, and a clear roadmap for “what next.” A Medicare rebate (approx. $380) is available for clients under 25 with a valid referral from a paediatrician.
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We also provide ongoing support through our psychologists and counsellors, and offer reduced fees when both ADHD and autism assessments are required. Pro-bono and summary report options may also be available, recognising the importance of access for all families.
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Cost: Intake $270.00
Assessment: Child and Adult $2200.00
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Should both an ADHD and Autism Assessment be needed, the overall cost is reduced to $2800.00