Assessment
ADHD Assessment in Melbourne
A thorough, neuroaffirming evaluation of attention, impulsivity and executive functioning for children, adolescents and adults.
What it is
ADHD can look different from person to person and across different stages of life. It may involve difficulties with attention, concentration, impulsivity or restlessness, but it can also show up as procrastination, disorganisation, forgetfulness, time-management difficulties, emotional regulation challenges, or needing to work much harder than others to stay on top of everyday demands.
A comprehensive ADHD assessment looks beyond individual symptoms to understand the broader pattern of attention, executive functioning, emotional regulation and day-to-day functioning across settings such as home, school, university or work.
For many people, assessment is about more than determining whether they meet criteria for ADHD. It can provide a clearer understanding of how you or your child thinks, learns and manages everyday demands, while identifying both strengths and areas where additional support may be helpful.
Our approach is neuroaffirming and strengths-based, aiming to develop a meaningful understanding of the whole person and provide practical recommendations that can support learning, relationships, wellbeing and everyday life.
A clear, considered process
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Enquiry & intake
We talk through your concerns, history and goals, and confirm the right assessment pathway.
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History & questionnaires
A detailed developmental and personal history, with rating scales completed across settings: home, school or work.
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Assessment sessions
Structured measures of attention and executive functioning, including objective performance tasks where appropriate.
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Feedback & report
A feedback session to talk it through, and a comprehensive written report you can use at school, work or with other clinicians.
Tools that may be used
ADHD is not diagnosed by a single test. We draw on information from multiple sources (history, rating scales across settings, and objective measures) and select from validated tools to suit the person and the question being asked. Measures that may be used include:
Children & adolescents
Rating scales (parent, teacher & self-report)
The Conners 4 is among the most widely used ADHD rating scales for children and adolescents, gathering standardised ratings from parents, teachers and the young person.
- Conners 4
- BASC-3: Behavior Assessment System for Children
Objective performance measures
- Conners CPT 3 / K-CPT 2: Continuous Performance Test
- QbTest: an objective measure of attention and activity
Adults
Rating scales (self & observer)
- CAARS 2: Conners Adult ADHD Rating Scales
- BRIEF-A: executive-function rating inventory
Interview & objective measures
The DIVA-5 is a structured diagnostic interview for adult ADHD aligned to DSM-5 criteria; objective measures such as the Conners CPT 3 add performance data to the picture.
- DIVA-5: a structured diagnostic interview for adult ADHD
- Conners CPT 3 / QbCheck: objective attention measures
Every assessment is individually tailored; the measures above are a representative sample, not a fixed battery.
Fees
Transparent about cost
- Comprehensive ADHD Assessment (Children) $2,150
- Comprehensive ADHD Assessment (Adults 18+) $1,650
Questions
Frequently asked
Do I need a referral for an ADHD assessment?
No referral is needed to enquire or to book an assessment. If you’re hoping to discuss medication with a GP, paediatrician or psychiatrist afterwards, a comprehensive report supports that conversation.
Can an ADHD assessment be done by telehealth?
Much of an ADHD assessment can be conducted by telehealth, and some objective measures may be best completed in person. We’ll recommend the most appropriate format for an accurate result when you enquire.
Does the assessment lead to medication?
An assessment provides a clear diagnostic picture and recommendations. Prescribing is done by a medical practitioner (GP, paediatrician or psychiatrist); our report gives them the detailed information they need.
What ages do you assess?
We assess children, adolescents and adults from age 6½.
Other assessments
Get started
Start with a conversation.
Tell Myra a little about what’s happening. No referral is needed, and you’ll hear back within two business days.