Psychological Assessments

ASD

Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disability. People with ASD often have problems with social interaction, and restricted behaviours or interests. People with ASD may also have different ways of learning, moving, or paying attention. Click here for detailed symptoms of ASD.

A few typical issues in the life of a person with ASD:

  • Anxious when meeting new people
  • You don't get why someone is sad
  • You struggle with eye contact

To assess for ASD, we need four sessions:

  • Initial session + Questionnaires
  • Clinical interview
  • ADOS assessment
  • Results and recommendations

With an ASD diagnosis, you can apply for NDIS funding. See ndis.gov.au
for more info.

You will receive a report with:

  • The final conclusion
  • The reasons for that conclusion
  • The results of the interviews and questionnaires + how to interpret those
  • Recommendations for further treatment based on your specific results

ADHD

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a mental health condition that can cause unusual levels of impulsive behaviors and issues with attention and focus.

A few typical issues in the life of a person with ADHD:

  • Forgetting a friend's birthday
  • Double booking activities
  • Losing your keys
  • Not noticing the mess in your home


To assess for ADHD, we need four sessions:

  • Initial session + Questionnaires
  • Clinical interview Part 1
  • Clinical interview Part 2
  • Results and recommendations

Some people with ADHD may benefit from medication. This is something to discuss with your GP and/or psychiatrist.

You will receive a report with:

  • The final conclusion
  • The reasons for that conclusion
  • The results of the interviews and questionnaires + how to interpret those
  • Recommendations for further treatment based on your specific results

Other

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Please note there is an extra cost for report-writing time.

The report will contain:

  • The final conclusion
  • The reasons for that conclusion
  • The results of the interviews and questionnaires + how to interpret those
  • Recommendations for further treatment based on your specific results

Diagnoses such as ASD, ADHD, and personality disorders are lifelong diagnoses. Each assessment needs to be carefully considered. These reports usually take 2-3 hours to complete.

Please note an assessment never guarantees any diagnosis.

Many people display symptoms of certain diagnoses, without qualifying for a diagnosis. E.g. some people show ASD traits but don't have ASD. These assessments can help distinguish between several diagnoses as well as possible causes of certain symptoms. For instance, someone who can't concentrate could have ADHD, or could be suffering from PTSD, chronic stress, or something completely different. Each reason will require a different treatment. Which is why assessments are an important starting point.

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  • Medicare
  • NDIS
  • DVA
  • Private Health Funds