Assessments
Comprehensive ADHD Assessments Mortlake
Your experience, approached with understanding and care.
ADHD Assessments for Life and Learning
At PsychWell, we provide Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) assessments for children and adults alike. Whether you're seeking an assessment for yourself or your child, we aim to help you understand how attention, focus, and daily behaviours may be shaping life at home, school, or work.
Through guided conversations, age-appropriate testing, and insights gathered from those who know you or your child best, we aim to form a clear picture of strengths and support needs, helping provide clarity and practical direction for the next steps.
What an ADHD Assessment Involves
Wouldn’t it help to gain some clarity around whether ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia, or giftedness may be relevant before committing to a full diagnostic assessment?
Our process is designed to be thoughtful, staged, and transparent so families may feel informed at every step, 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 thorough session that includes screening measures, symptom evaluation, and discussion, which helps clarify whether a full assessment may be appropriate.
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 walk through results, provide clear answers, and discuss practical recommendations and next steps.
This structured approach aims to ensure that families receive professional guidance early and only proceed to full assessment when appropriate, supporting informed decision-making and meaningful outcomes.
Who Our Assessments Support
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.
Common Signs and Behaviours We Look For
ADHD typically 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 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 build an understanding of your experiences, needs, and everyday patterns, including a developmental and psychosocial history taking.
Questionnaires and Scales
Questions designed to gather insights from you and the people closest to you.
Cognitive and Achievement Testing
Cognitive assessments exploring how you process information, focus, and work through problems, and how attention may influence achievement across learning domains.
What You Receive
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 will 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 to support 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.
Ongoing 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.
Common ADHD Assessment Questions Answered
What kind of psychologists do you have on staff?
At PsychWell, our team includes experienced senior, clinical, educational, and developmental psychologists who aim to offer thoughtful, evidence-informed care tailored to each person’s individual needs.
How long 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 GP 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 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 accurate is an ADHD assessment for teenagers or adults?
ADHD assessments for teenagers and adults, when conducted by experienced clinical psychologists, offer reliable insight into ADHD symptoms and attention span, and 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 by schools, GPs, psychiatrists, and other services across Australia, offering 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.
A full diagnostic assessment, on the other hand, is a comprehensive evaluation. It 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. The findings are then compiled into a detailed written report.
Why may a full report be helpful?
A full diagnostic report can provide:
- A formal diagnosis, where criteria are met
- Clear documentation of 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 provide a clear understanding of your needs and the support that may help you live well.
Your Next Step with PsychWell
If you feel ready to begin, you're welcome to get in touch to arrange an ADHD assessment appointment.
With bookings currently available, you may find it easier to start at a pace that feels right for you.
