Assessments

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental difference characterised by persistent patterns of inattention and/or hyperactivity (DSM-5). There are three different types of ADHD: 1) Inattentive presentation, 2) hyperactive and impulsive presentation, and 3) combined presentation (i.e., inattention and hyperactivity/impulsivity). In addition to these symptoms, people with ADHD commonly struggle with executive functioning (e.g., planning, organisation, prioritisation, time management, task switching, etc.) as well as emotion dysregulation.

Although these symptoms can have a significant impact on an individual's functioning and learning in a neurotypical world, ADHDers have many strengths. Individuals with ADHD tend to have high levels of creativity, think more easily outside the box, notice things that many others do not, can hyperfocus (in the right conditions), have a lot of energy, and tend to be more adventurous. 

ADHD Assessment Includes: 

• 1-hour intake session 

• Comprehensive assessment of attention and executive functioning

• Cognitive testing (IQ) 

• Information gathered from parents, teachers, and other supports

• A comprehensive written report is prepared following the assessment and presented to the client and the referring provider

• 1-hour feedback session to review findings and recommendations detailed in the report 

*We offer assessments to children, teens, and adults

*Please note that we now offer abbreviated ADHD assessments for those eligible. These are more cost-effective, and we work in partnership with local GPs for medication management (if interested in exploring medication). Please ask reception for more information if you are interested in exploring this pathway.

Autism (ASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental difference that affects how a person experiences the world, processes information, and interacts with others (DSM-5). Rather than being a disorder to be "fixed," autism is understood within the neurodiversity paradigm as one of many ways of being human.

People on the autism spectrum may:

• Communicate differently, often with clarity, directness, or through nonverbal means.

• Have unique ways of processing sensory information, which can create challenges but also lead to intense sensory enjoyment or creativity.

• Show deep focus and intense interests in specific topics, leading to rich knowledge and expertise.

• Prefer predictability, structure, and honesty, and often thrive in environments that respect their need for clarity and autonomy.

Autism brings with it a diverse range of traits - some that can present challenges in a neurotypical world, and others that offer great insight, innovation, and authenticity.

Autism Assessment Includes: 

• 1-hour intake session 

• Comprehensive ASD assessment using structured clinical interview, questionnaires, observation, and assessment of social cognition 

• Comprehensive ADHD assessment (*recommended to include if there are concerns about attention or executive functioning)

• Cognitive testing (IQ) (*not needed for ASD diagnosis but recommended) 

• Assessment of mood and well-being 

• Information gathered from parents, teachers, and other supports

• A comprehensive written report is prepared following the assessment and presented to the client and the referring provider

• 1-hour feedback session to review findings and recommendations detailed in the report

*Please note that a medical evaluation from your GP needs to be completed as part of the assessment process.   

*We offer assessments to children, teens, and adults

A Specific Learning Disability (SLD) refers to a difference in how the brain processes certain types of information, affecting the development of specific academic skills, most commonly reading, writing, or mathematics. People with SLDs are not less intelligent; they simply learn in ways that are different from how traditional systems are designed.

There are three types of SLDs: 

1. Dyslexia - SLD in reading (e.g., difficulties in encoding and decoding words, spelling, and fluent word-recognition)

2. Dysgraphia -  SLD in writing (e.g., difficulties with handwriting, grammar and punctuation, written organisation and expression)

3. Dyscalculia - SLD in maths (e.g., difficulties understanding numbers, mathematical concepts, or performing accurate and fluent calculations)

Assessment Includes: 

• 1-hour intake session 

• Cognitive testing (IQ)

• Educational and Achievement Testing 

• ASD assessment (*if needed)

• ADHD assessment 

• Targeted assessments in reading, writing, and math 

• Assessment of mood and well-being 

• Information gathered from parents, teachers, and other supports

• A comprehensive written report is prepared following the assessment and presented to the client and the referring provider

• 1-hour feedback session to review findings and recommendations detailed in the report

*We offer assessments to children, teens, and adults

Intellectual Disability is a form of cognitive diversity, a natural variation in how people think, learn, and solve problems. It describes individuals whose intellectual functioning and adaptive skills develop differently, often at a slower pace, than what is typical for their age group. This difference can affect reasoning, memory, learning, communication, and everyday life skills.

Intellectual Disability Assessment Includes: 

• 1-hour intake session 

• Cognitive testing (IQ)

• Adaptive behavior assessment 

• Information gathered from parents, teachers, and other supports

• A comprehensive written report is prepared following the assessment and presented to the client and the referring provider

• 1-hour feedback session to review findings and recommendations detailed in the report

*We offer assessments to children, teens, and adults

We offer abbreviated or extended assessments depending on the client’s needs and presenting concern. If you are interested in a customised assessment, please let our reception team know, and we will arrange a complimentary intake phone call to discuss and create a plan.