Assessments
Comprehensive ADHD Assessments Concord
Your experience, approached with understanding and care.
Supporting Life and Learning Through ADHD Assessments
At PsychWell, we offer Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) assessments for both children and adults. Whether you're looking for an assessment for yourself or your child, we aim to help you understand how attention, focus, and everyday behaviours may be shaping life at home, at school, or at work.
Through guided conversations, age-appropriate testing, and insights from those who know you or your child best, we aim to build a clear picture of strengths and support needs, giving you clarity and practical direction for what comes next.
What an ADHD Assessment Involves
Before committing to a full diagnostic assessment, it may be worth gaining some clarity on whether ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia, or giftedness could be relevant to your experience.
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 concerns, answer questions, and determine whether an assessment pathway may be appropriate.
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
This stage includes a clinical interview and formal comprehensive assessments. Findings are integrated into a detailed written report.
Feedback Session
A dedicated session to go through results, offer clear answers, and discuss practical recommendations and the steps ahead.
This structured approach is designed to help families receive professional guidance early and only proceed to full assessment when it is appropriate, supporting informed decision-making and meaningful outcomes.
Who We Assess
At PsychWell, we offer considered assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. With a tailored approach to each ADHD assessment, we aim to support you in gaining an accurate diagnosis, understanding your experiences, and developing strategies that may support 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
Assessment Tools We Use
ADHD testing uses several tools designed to help build a clear understanding of your strengths, challenges, and daily experiences, which 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 draw on insights from you and the people 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 This Includes for You
At PsychWell, we approach your assessment with the intention of finding meaningful ways to improve your well-being.
As part of your ADHD assessment, you can expect to receive:
Written Report
A report outlining your diagnosis and what it may mean, offering clarity around your needs.
Referrals
Referrals to trusted professionals, so you're able to continue the care that feels right for you.
Recommendations
Personalised guidance to help with your daily life and emotional balance.
School or Work Strategies
School or work strategies that may support you in managing symptoms, working through challenges, and building skills.
Support After Your Assessment
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, you may experience greater clarity and confidence in your daily life.
Helpful ADHD Assessment Questions Answered
What types of psychologists are on your team?
At PsychWell, our team is made up of experienced senior, clinical, educational, and developmental psychologists, who aim to provide thoughtful, evidence-informed care tailored to each person’s needs.
How long does the ADHD assessment process take?
An ADHD assessment usually takes a few hours, including an initial consultation, a clinical interview, and comprehensive questionnaires. This allows time to build a clear and compassionate understanding of your cognitive profile, executive functioning, and daily experiences.
Do I need a GP referral to book an assessment?
No GP referral is needed to book an assessment at our psychology clinic. However, some people choose to involve their GP or psychiatrist as part of their wider mental health planning.
What information do you need from parents or teachers?
We may gather insights from parents, teachers, or caregivers to help 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 conducted by experienced clinical psychologists, ADHD assessments for teenagers and adults offer reliable insight into ADHD symptoms and attention span. They also explore executive functioning and how ADHD may affect different areas of a person’s life.
Will my report be recognised by schools, GPs, or psychiatrists?
Yes. Our reports are recognised across Australia by schools, GPs, psychiatrists, and other services, offering clear guidance on personalised treatment plans and therapy options, adult ADHD coaching, and ongoing management, as needed.
What ADHD treatment options are there?
After an ADHD diagnosis, it’s common 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?
A neurodevelopmental screener is completed as part of our comprehensive initial consultation. It 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, on the other hand, involves a comprehensive evaluation, including a detailed clinical interview, comprehensive tests, and a review of developmental, educational, and functional history. Cognitive or executive function testing may also be included, depending on presentation, with findings compiled into a detailed written report.
Why may a full report be helpful?
A full diagnostic report provides:
- A formal diagnosis, if the criteria are met
- Clear documentation of strengths, challenges, and functional impacts
- Supporting evidence for NDIS, workplace, or educational support
- Practical, personalised recommendations for 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.
Your Next Step with PsychWell
If you feel ready to begin, you're welcome to get in touch to arrange an ADHD assessment appointment.
Bookings are available now, so you may find it easier to start at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
