Assessments
Comprehensive ADHD Assessments Newington
Your experience, approached with understanding and care.
ADHD Assessments for Life and Learning
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 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 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 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 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 involves a clinical interview and formal comprehensive assessments, with all findings compiled into either a diagnostic letter or a comprehensive diagnostic report, both of which provide 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 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 We Consider
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
Our 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 designed to gather insights from you and the people closest to you.
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's Included
At PsychWell, we approach your assessment with the aim of finding meaningful ways to support your well-being.
As part of your ADHD assessment, you will receive:
Written Report
A written report that sets out your diagnosis and what it may mean, providing clarity around your needs.
Referrals
Referrals to trusted professionals so you may continue with 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, work through challenges, and strengthen skills.
Post-Assessment Support
Following your ADHD assessment, you're welcome to continue with optional follow-up sessions or therapy that feels right for you.
With personalised, research-informed guidance, greater clarity and confidence in your daily life may follow.
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.
What's the duration of an ADHD assessment?
An ADHD assessment generally takes a few hours, covering an initial consultation, a clinical interview, and comprehensive questionnaires. This gives us time to develop 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?
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 information is needed 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 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, while also exploring 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, 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, 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 is a full report helpful?
A full diagnostic report offers:
- A formal diagnosis (if criteria are met)
- Clear documentation covering strengths, challenges, and functional impacts
- Supporting evidence for NDIS, workplace, or educational support
- Practical, personalised recommendations for strategies, treatment, or the steps ahead
A full assessment aims to provide a clear understanding of your needs and the support that may help you live well.
Take the Next Step Forward 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.
