ADHD Assessments
What We Offer
Step 1: Booking an appointment
Our neuro-affirming ADHD assessments consist of 2-3 hours of interview time.
Generally, we meet the adult (with or without a support person) or young person's parent/carer and understand the referral question and if an ADHD assessment is right for you at this time.Step 2: In your appointment, we will talk to you about your possible ADHD traits using the DIVA-5 (for adults) or the Young DIVA (for individuals under 18). We will discuss ADHD traits in both adulthood and childhood.Step 3: There may be additional testing using the CAARS or the Vanderbilt to test for ADHD characteristics. Step 4: An observation for young people can be beneficial to understand how the characteristics identified play out in real time.Step 5: After your assessment is complete, you will have a report and a 1 hour feedback session with your assessor. They will go through the assessment findings with you.This is your opportunity to ask any questions you may have and understand your brain a little more including any strengths that may be present.Psychologist vs Psychiatrist for ADHD assessment
ADHD assessments can be completed with a psychologist, psychiatrist, or paediatrician (for children and teens) and now by GP’s in some states.
If you are considering ADHD medication, your GP can refer you directly to a psychiatrist or paediatrician, as they are medical doctors who can assess and prescribe medication.
Psychologists can assess and diagnoses ADHD but cannot prescribe medication. Some paediatricians may request a psychologist's assessment before confirming an ADHD diagnosis in children, but this is less common for adults seeing psychiatrists.
Psychologists aim to support you with understanding your brain better and potentially provide strategies on how to manage some of the characteristics which may challenge you.
Do Psychiatrist accept psychologists reports?
While our reports are accepted as evidence by psychiatrists, they typically conduct their own assessment before prescribing medication. Each psychiatrist has their own assessment process, and while our reports may help streamline their evaluation, it does not guarantee a shorter or cheaper assessment.
A good first step is to speak with your GP about psychiatrists they refer to and their specific process.
Why choose an ADHD assessment with a psychologist?
Some people prefer an ADHD assessment with a psychologist, either before seeing a psychiatrist or instead of seeing one. Some reasons include -
No interest in medication - they want to understand themselves and their neurotype better
Comprehensive written documentation - helpful for requesting workplace of school accommodations
A holistic and affirming approach - our reports are neuro-affirming and provide a detailed overview which is helpful for learning strategies to manage any challenges that may arise. The evidence suggests that skill building is the best way to manage the traits of ADHD rather than medication only.
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$1500
including testing and report
*If combined with other packages we offer a discount