Assessments
Comprehensive ADHD Assessments Canada Bay
A thoughtful, caring approach to your experience.
Supporting Life and Learning Through ADHD Assessments
At PsychWell, we offer ADHD assessments designed for both children and adults. Whether the assessment is for you or your child, our aim is to help you gain a clearer understanding of how attention, focus, and everyday behaviours may be influencing life at home, at school, or in the workplace.
Through guided conversations, age-appropriate testing, and insights from the people who know you or your child best, we aim to build a clear picture of strengths and support needs. Our goal is to give you clarity and practical direction for what comes next.
What to Expect from an ADHD Assessment
It may be helpful to gain a clearer understanding of whether ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia, or giftedness could be relevant before moving forward with a full diagnostic assessment.
Our approach is thoughtful, staged, and transparent, aiming to help families feel informed every step of the way, without unnecessary cost or overwhelm.
Discovery Call
A short, relaxed conversation to understand concerns, answer questions, and work out whether an assessment pathway may be suitable.
Initial Screener Session
A detailed session that includes screening measures, symptom evaluation, and discussion. This step helps 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 Work With
At PsychWell, we provide 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 for your well-being.
Signs and Behaviours That May Be Relevant
ADHD typically presents through patterns of attention, energy, and emotional regulation that may shape how you think, feel, and move through daily life. This may include:
- 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 several 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 the people who know you well.
Cognitive and Achievement Testing
Cognitive assessments that explore how you process information, focus, and problem-solve, and how attention may impact achievement across learning domains.
What This Includes for You
At PsychWell, your assessment is approached with the intention of finding meaningful ways to support your well-being.
As part of your ADHD assessment, you will receive:
Written Report
A report outlining your diagnosis and what it may mean, offering clarity around your needs.
Referrals
Referrals to trusted professionals to support you in continuing the care that feels right for you.
Recommendations
Personalised guidance to help with your daily life and emotional balance.
School or Work Strategies
Strategies for school or work that may assist in managing symptoms, navigating challenges, and strengthening skills.
Support After Your Assessment
Following your ADHD assessment, you're welcome to continue with optional follow-up sessions or therapy that feels right for you.
Through personalised, research-informed guidance, you may find greater clarity and confidence in daily life.
Helpful ADHD Assessment Questions Answered
What type of psychologists do you have?
At PsychWell, our team includes experienced senior, clinical, educational, and developmental psychologists who aim to provide thoughtful, evidence-informed care tailored to each person’s individual needs.
How much time does an ADHD assessment take?
An ADHD assessment typically takes a few hours and includes an initial consultation, a clinical interview, and comprehensive questionnaires, giving us time to build a clear and compassionate understanding of your cognitive profile, executive functioning, and daily experiences.
Do I need a referral to book an assessment?
You don’t need a GP referral to book an assessment at our psychology clinic. However, 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?
We may gather insights 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 reliable 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.
Will schools, GPs, or psychiatrists accept the report?
Yes. Our reports are recognised by schools, GPs, psychiatrists, and other services across Australia. They offer clear guidance on personalised treatment plans and therapy options, adult ADHD coaching, and ongoing management, as needed.
What treatment options are available 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.
What's the difference between a neurodevelopmental screener and 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.
In contrast, a full diagnostic assessment 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, cognitive or executive function testing may also be included, with findings compiled into a detailed written report.
Why is a full report helpful?
A full diagnostic report offers:
- A formal diagnosis, if the criteria are met
- Clear documentation outlining strengths, challenges, and functional impacts
- Evidence for NDIS, workplace, or educational support
- Practical, personalised guidance on strategies, treatment, or next steps
A full assessment aims to give you 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.
