Assessments
Comprehensive ADHD Assessments Inner West Sydney
A thoughtful, caring approach to your experience.
ADHD Assessments for Life and Learning
At PsychWell, our ADHD assessments are available for children and adults. Whether you're considering an assessment for yourself or your child, we aim to help you build a clearer picture of how attention, focus, and everyday behaviours may be shaping life at home, at school, or at work.
Through guided conversations, age-appropriate testing, and input from the people closest to you or your child, we aim to develop a clear picture of strengths and support needs, with the goal of offering clarity and practical direction moving forward.
What Happens During an ADHD Assessment
Wouldn’t it be helpful to gain clarity about whether ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia, or giftedness may be relevant before committing to a full diagnostic assessment?
We’ve designed our process to be thoughtful, staged, and transparent, so families may feel informed throughout, without unnecessary cost or overwhelm.
Discovery Call
A brief, no-pressure conversation to understand your concerns, answer any questions, and determine whether an assessment pathway may be appropriate.
Initial Screener Session
A detailed session covering screening measures, symptom evaluation, and discussion, designed to help clarify whether a full assessment may be indicated.
Comprehensive Assessment
At this stage, a clinical interview and formal comprehensive assessments are carried out, with the findings brought together into either a diagnostic letter or a comprehensive diagnostic report, with both providing clear diagnostic conclusions and practical next steps.
Feedback Session
A dedicated session to explain results, provide clear answers, and discuss practical recommendations and next steps.
This structured approach aims to give families professional guidance early and ensure a full assessment only proceeds when appropriate, supporting informed decision-making and meaningful outcomes.
Who We Assess
At PsychWell, we offer thoughtful assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. Through our tailored approach to each ADHD assessment, we aim to help you gain an accurate diagnosis, understand your experiences, and develop better support strategies to improve your well-being.
Signs and Behaviours That May Be Relevant
ADHD often involves patterns of attention, energy, and emotional regulation that may shape how you think, feel, and move through daily life. This may look like:
- Difficulty paying attention
- Easily distracted
- Emotional dysregulation
- Disorganisation
- Losing track of time
- Restlessness or fidgeting
- Impulsivity and poor self-control
Our Approach to Assessment Tools
ADHD testing draws on a range of tools designed to build a clear understanding of your strengths, challenges, and daily experiences. These may include:
Clinical Interviews
A conversation that helps us understand your experiences, needs, and everyday patterns, including a developmental and psychosocial history taking.
Questionnaires and Scales
Questions that gather insights from you and those who know you well.
Cognitive and Achievement Testing
Cognitive assessments that look at how you process information, focus, and find answers, and how attention may affect achievement across learning domains.
What You Receive
At PsychWell, we approach each assessment with the aim of finding meaningful ways to help support your well-being.
As part of your ADHD assessment, you'll receive:
Written Report
A report that details your diagnosis and what it may mean, helping bring clarity to your needs.
Referrals
Referrals to trusted professionals, so you're able to continue the care that feels right for you.
Recommendations
Personalised guidance for your daily life and emotional balance.
School or Work Strategies
School or work strategies that may help you manage symptoms, overcome challenges, and strengthen skills.
Post-Assessment Support
After your ADHD assessment, optional follow-up sessions or therapy that feels right for you remain available should you wish to continue care.
With personalised, research-informed guidance, greater clarity and confidence in your daily life may follow.
Frequently Asked ADHD Assessment Questions
What type of psychologists do you have?
Our team at PsychWell includes experienced senior, clinical, educational, and developmental psychologists, who aim to offer thoughtful, evidence-informed care tailored to each individual’s needs.
How long does the ADHD assessment process take?
An ADHD assessment usually takes a few hours. It includes an initial consultation, a clinical interview, and comprehensive questionnaires. This gives us the time to build a clear and compassionate understanding of your cognitive profile, executive functioning, and daily experiences.
Do I need a referral to book in for an assessment?
A GP referral isn’t required to book an assessment at our psychology clinic. That said, some people choose to involve their GP or psychiatrist as part of their broader mental health planning.
What do you need to know from parents or teachers?
Insights may be gathered from parents, teachers, or caregivers to understand developmental milestones, attention issues, impulse control, time management, and environmental factors that may shape a young person’s life at home or school.
How accurate are ADHD assessments for teenagers or adults?
When carried out by experienced clinical psychologists, ADHD assessments for teenagers and adults provide reliable insight into ADHD symptoms and attention span, and also look at executive functioning and how ADHD may affect different areas of a person’s life.
Is the report accepted by schools, GPs, or psychiatrists?
Yes, our reports are recognised by schools, GPs, psychiatrists, and other services across Australia. They provide clear guidance on personalised treatment plans and therapy options, adult ADHD coaching, and ongoing management, as needed.
What are the treatment options for ADHD?
After an ADHD diagnosis, it’s natural to wonder what treatment may look like. Options vary depending on each person and may include:
- Psychological support
- Cognitive training
- ADHD coaching
- Therapy
Some clients, including adults with ADHD, may also explore medication or medication management with a GP or psychiatrist.
How does a neurodevelopmental screener differ from a diagnostic assessment?
Our comprehensive initial consultation includes a neurodevelopmental screener, which helps identify whether your experiences and symptoms may be consistent with ADHD. While a screener does not provide a formal diagnosis, it helps determine whether a full assessment is recommended.
A full diagnostic assessment, by comparison, is a comprehensive evaluation that includes a detailed clinical interview, comprehensive tests, and a review of developmental, educational, and functional history. Depending on the presentation, it may also include cognitive or executive function testing, with findings then compiled into a detailed written report.
Why is a full report helpful?
A full diagnostic report offers:
- A formal diagnosis (if criteria are met)
- Clear documentation of strengths, challenges, and functional impacts
- Evidence to support NDIS, workplace, or educational needs
- Practical, personalised recommendations for strategies, treatment, or the steps ahead
A full assessment ensures you have a clear understanding of your needs and the support that may help you thrive.
Take the Next Step with PsychWell
If you feel ready to begin, you're welcome to get in touch to arrange an appointment for an ADHD assessment.
Bookings are available now, so you may find it easier to start at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
