- Neuro-affirming
- Children, teens & adults
- Strengths-based reports
- Adult assessments online
Choose your pathway
Pick the assessment that matches your questions right now. Each page explains the process and fees in full.
ADHD Assessment
If you’re wondering about focus, attention, restlessness or a busy brain.
- Executive function and emotional regulation
- Internalised and masked presentations
- Children’s assessments include cognitive (IQ) testing
Autism Assessment
If you’re wondering about social communication, sensory experiences or deep interests.
- Standardised tools such as the ADOS-2 and MIGDAS-2
- A conversational approach for adults
- A strengths-based report of your profile
Combined (AuDHD) Assessment
ADHD and autism traits often overlap, and each can mask the other. One combined assessment looks at both together.
- One intake, one history, one report
- Shows how your traits interact
- Costs less than two separate assessments
Is an assessment right for me?
There’s no single checklist, and everyone’s experience is different. These are some common reasons people reach out to us.
People wondering about ADHD often notice
- Starting many things but finding it hard to finish them
- Losing track of time, plans or belongings
- A restless body or a mind that won’t switch off
- Big emotions that arrive quickly
- Deep focus on what interests them, and real effort for everything else
People wondering about autism often notice
- Feeling drained after socialising, even when they enjoyed it
- Strong reactions to sound, light, textures or smells
- Preferring clear, direct communication
- Deep, long-lasting interests
- Masking, or feeling they’ve been “performing” to fit in
Many adults seek an assessment after a child’s diagnosis, or after years of feeling different without knowing why. Read more in Is it more than just “busy”?
What every assessment includes
We explain each step before it happens, and you can ask for breaks or adjustments at any time.
- QuestionnairesSecure forms about your history and current experiences. A parent, partner or teacher may be asked to complete some too.
- Clinical interviewA conversation about your development, strengths and challenges, in person or via telehealth.
- Observation and testingStandardised tools matched to your questions, such as the ADOS-2, MIGDAS-2 or cognitive testing.
- Feedback and reportA feedback session and a written report with practical recommendations, usually within 4 weeks of your final session.
Fees at a glance
| Assessment | Adults | Children & teens |
|---|---|---|
| ADHD | $750 | $2,430 (includes IQ testing) |
| Autism | $2,100 | $2,850 |
| Combined ADHD & autism | $2,650 | $3,330 |
A $295 deposit secures your booking and comes off your total fee. Please give at least 2 business days’ notice to change or cancel. See all options, including cognitive and educational testing, on our fees page.
Not sure which assessment you need?
That’s very common, because ADHD and autism traits often overlap. Book a free 15-minute call to ask questions, or an initial consultation to talk it through properly. We’ll help you choose the right pathway.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral?
No, you don’t need a referral for an assessment. A GP referral and Mental Health Treatment Plan can help with Medicare rebates for therapy afterwards.
Can I claim a Medicare rebate?
Medicare rebates for assessments are limited. If you’re under 25 and referred by a paediatrician or psychiatrist for possible autism, some sessions may attract a rebate. Please check with your specialist before booking.
Can I use my NDIS funding?
If your plan is self-managed or plan-managed, you may be able to use your funding. Please check with your plan manager. Read more about our NDIS psychology services.
Can you prescribe ADHD medication?
No. Psychologists don’t prescribe medication. With your permission, your report can be shared with your GP, paediatrician or psychiatrist if you’d like to explore medication.
Do you assess adults?
Yes. We assess adults, including people exploring ADHD or autism for the first time later in life. For adult autism assessments we use the MIGDAS-2, a respectful, conversation-based approach.
What if I don’t get a diagnosis?
Your feedback session and report still describe what we found, including your strengths and support needs, and suggest practical next steps.
How long until I get my report?
We aim to send your report within 4 weeks of your final session.
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Ready to find answers?
Understanding your neurotype is a first step toward a life that works with your brain, not against it. Book online, call us, or start with a free 15-minute call.
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