VPC provides ADHD assessments for individuals aged 10 years and over at our Essendon clinic in Melbourne. Assessments are completed by a registered psychologist with training and experience in ADHD assessment.
An ADHD assessment explores developmental history, current symptoms and day-to-day functioning using a combination of clinical interview, standardised questionnaires and other assessment tools where appropriate. Following assessment, clients receive feedback and a comprehensive written report with recommendations to support next steps.
What Does an ADHD Assessment Involve?
There is no single test that determines whether someone has ADHD. An ADHD assessment brings together information about a person’s developmental history, current symptoms and day-to-day functioning to build a clearer understanding of their strengths and difficulties.
Key components of an ADHD assessment may include:
- An interview,
- Standardised questionnaires,
- A cognitive assessment, where clinically indicated,
- Relevant information from other sources, such as parents, teachers, partners or other supports, with the individual’s consent.
The psychologist considers whether the pattern of symptoms is consistent with ADHD, how long the difficulties have been present, whether they occur across different settings, and whether other factors may also be contributing to the person’s difficulties.
Following the assessment, the psychologist may provide recommendations such as psychoeducation, therapy strategies, school or workplace supports, and referral to other health professionals where appropriate. Where ongoing psychological support is recommended, you can also learn more about our ADHD therapy and support.
ADHD Assessments for Young People and Adults
VPC provides ADHD assessments for young people aged 10 years and over, as well as adults. The assessment process is tailored to the person’s age, developmental stage and circumstances, while still considering the core diagnostic criteria for ADHD.
The information considered may differ depending on age and circumstances, and can include:
- Developmental and childhood history,
- Current functioning at home, school, university or work,
- Previous reports, school records or other information that may help clarify the person’s history.
- Information from parents, teachers, partners or other supports where relevant and with consent,
For young people, information from parents, caregivers and teachers can help build a picture of how difficulties present across different settings. For adults, the psychologist may explore childhood experiences, school history, work or study functioning and, where appropriate and with consent, information from a partner or family member.
The ADHD Assessment Process
The ADHD assessment process usually involves four appointments. The exact process may vary depending on the person’s age, history and individual circumstances.
The process typically includes an initial interview, cognitive assessment, an ADHD-specific assessment, a feedback session and the comprehensive written report.
At the feedback session, the psychologist discusses the findings, whether diagnostic criteria for ADHD are met, and recommendations that may support the person at home, school, university, work or in therapy.
ADHD Assessment Fees and Report
The ADHD assessment process includes four appointments and a comprehensive written report.
Assessment fees are payable at the time of each appointment.
Session 1 – Initial Interview: $200, 50min
Session 2 – Cognitive Assessment: $450, 90min
Session 3 – ADHD-Specific Assessment – DIVA: $300, 50min
Session 4 – Feedback Session: $150, 50min
Comprehensive Report: $500
Total Assessment Cost: $1,600
