ADHD Assessment
This procedure is relevant for anyone under 18 years.
If you are seeking an assessment for someone over 18 years, please view the ADULT ADHD information.
IF YOU ARE SEEKING SINGLE DIAGNOSIS ADHD ASSESSMENT FOR MEDICATION PURPOSES,
WE RECOMMEND GOING STRAIGHT TO A PAEDIATRICIAN
If this is a dual diagnosis (with Autism), please refer to Autism Assessment
ADHD medication: please note you do not need an assessment from a psychologist for ADHD in order to receive medication. In most cases, it is easier and more cost effective to go straight to a Paediatrician/Psychiatrist. They will need to do their own due diligence due to prescribing schedule 8 medications and some may not accept my report. Every Paediatrician/Psychiatrist has a different process.
ADHD Assessment
ADHD medication: please note you do not need an assessment from a psychologist for ADHD in order to receive medication. In most cases, it is easier and more cost effective to go straight to a Paediatrician/Psychiatrist. They will need to do their own due diligence due to prescribing schedule 8 medications and some may not accept my report. Every psychiatrist has a different process.
STEPS:
1. Prediagnostic Testing &
Diagnostic Interview with Parent/Carer (Telehealth)
Payment required: $334.49
a. Consent Form required
b. Tests will be emailed to Parent/Carer & Teacher
c. Interview with Parent/Carer to explore developmental, attention and focus,
and academic difficulties. The Diagnostic Interview for ADHD (DIVA) will be used.
2. Diagnostic Assessment Interview Child -
1 x 1 hour face to face session
Payment required at Booking: $594.61
The therapist will conduct a DIVA assessment with the Child. Brief feedback will be offered to the Parent/Carer. Wherever possible, this is done without the Parent/Carer in the therapy room.
3. Full Diagnostic Assessment Report
Payment required at completion of Stage 2: $594.61
4. *Optional Handover Appointment with Parent/Carer
Payment required at Booking: $222.99
To explain the findings and any recommendations.
COST $1449.44 - 1672.43
External Appointment with Paediatrician/Psychiatrist
You will need a Doctors referral to a Paediatrician/Psychiatrist, we can assist with the process if you need this.