ADHD Assessment
A comprehensive evaluation to understand attention, focus, and behaviour, providing diagnostic clarity and tailored recommendations for home, school, and therapy.
Bilingual care (English & Mandarin) · Neurodiversity-affirming · NDIS & Medicare options
What is an ADHD Assessment?
ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) assessments provide a clear picture of a child’s attention, focus, and behaviour. Using gold-standard questionnaires, interviews, and testing, our psychologists help families understand whether symptoms align with ADHD and what supports will best meet the child’s needs.
ADHD Assessment Procedure
1. Initial Intake Interview – 1–1.5 hours
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Parent/guardian interview (child may attend if appropriate).
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Gather developmental, medical, family, and school history.
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Discuss main concerns and goals for assessment.
2. Questionnaires – ~2 hours (scoring & interpretation)
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Standardised questionnaires completed by parents and teachers.
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Focus areas: behaviour, attention, executive functioning, learning.
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Common tools: Conners 4, BRIEF2, BASC-3.
3. Teacher Interview
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Phone consultation with classroom teacher.
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Teacher shares observations of attention, learning, behaviour, and peer interactions.
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Enables comparison of functioning at home vs. school.
4. Direct Assessment Sessions – 2–4 hours
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Conducted across 1–2 sessions depending on stamina and needs.
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Includes:
• Cognitive testing (e.g., WISC-V).
• Attention and executive function tasks.
5. Report Writing & Integration – 6–8 hours
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Comprehensive written report integrating history, questionnaires, teacher feedback, and test data.
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Provides diagnostic conclusions and tailored recommendations for home, school, and therapy.
6. Feedback Session – 1–2 hours
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Review findings with parents (and child if appropriate).
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Explain results, strengths, challenges, and strategies.
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Q&A and planning next steps.
Why Choose Our ADHD Assessments?
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Gold-standard tools: Conners 4, BRIEF2, BASC-3, WISC-V
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Holistic approach: integrates perspectives from parents, teachers, and child
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Clear recommendations: practical strategies for home and school settings
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Funding-ready: reports accepted for NDIS, Medicare, and school accommodations
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Bilingual support: available in English & Mandarin
FAQs
Q1: Do I need a referral?
No, families can book directly. A GP or paediatrician referral may allow Medicare rebates.
Q2: How many sessions are required?
Typically 2–3 child sessions, plus intake and a feedback meeting.
Q3: How long does it take to receive the report?
Reports are usually available within 2–4 weeks after the final session.
Q4: What if my child has other concerns as well?
Our assessments explore overlapping needs such as learning difficulties, anxiety, or autism. Recommendations will address co-occurring conditions.
Q5: Do you accept funding or rebates?
Yes. NDIS (Capacity Building — Improved Daily Living) is accepted. Some private health and Medicare rebates may apply.
Contact us
Address
30 Lydnhurst Crescent,
Box Hill North, VIC 3129
Please enter through Lyndhurst Crescent