Assessment waitlist and time taken to complete the process

Feel free to click on the booking link to see when the next available assessment is. All attempts will be made complete the assessment process (from screens to feedback session) within 4-6 weeks.

Stage 1

Complete “round one” screening tests (if you have not already done so as a part of the initial “screening and identification” service) and email reception to advise. You will then receive online assessments within 10 business days that need to be completed 1 week prior to attending your diagnostic assessment appointment.

Stage 2

Attend your diagnostic assessment or FCA appointment.

Stage 2b (optional)

Attend a second diagnostic assessment appointment if you are being assessed for both Autism & ADHD.

Stage 3

Attend a results and diagnostic and recommendations feedback session (not applicable for FCA’s). You will receive a diagnostic confirmation letter (if you meet the diagnostic criteria-not guaranteed) within 5 business days of the feedback session.

Stage 4 – Comprehensive report

Report will be completed within 6-8 weeks (depending on current demand) of receiving final payment of the assessment. Reports and outline the screening and assessment results, the diagnosis, recommendations, accomodations and resources. Reports can be provided to your GP and/or Psychiatrist who can make specific medication recommendations for ADHD if preferred.

Deposit and late cancellation or non attendance (“changes to appointments”) policy

If you book for the identification and pre assessment online screening service you will not receive a refund if you change your mind.

A deposit of $550 (or $850 for FCA’s) is required at the time of making an assessment appointment. Once payment is received, you will receive the appointment information and assessment screening tools (“round one”) via email. When screens are completed, email [email protected] to receive further online questionnaires (“round two”) for you to complete.  

Any changes to appointments less than 24 business hours (excluding weekends or public holidays) will forfeit 100% of the assessment booking fee ($550 or $850 for FCA’s). Cancellations in excess of 24 business hours will forfeit 50% of the assessment booking fee ($275 or $375 for FCA’s). This is to cover payment processing fees and, testing, assessment and administrative fees. We thank you for your understanding.

If clients are wanting medication

Many people seek ADHD diagnoses with Andrew for a myriad of reasons. If you require medication then you will still have to see a Psychiatrist who will go through their own processes to be satisfied that you meet the criteria. Letters or reports from Andrew are accepted by Psychiatrists and Paediatricians. Regardless, they will charge their own fees and follow their own process. If you feel that medication is for you then it is recommended that you go straight to a Psychiatrist to save on time and costs.

You will also require a GP who is willing to/or has schedule 8 prescribing rights. If you do not, Andrew can make some recommendations of GP’s who do. See here for prescribing regulations information.

Historical information required for ADHD

Please note that for an ADHD diagnosis, AAPDPA guidelines state that:

• “clinicians should be aware that inattentive symptoms may not be identified until secondary school (or later), following increased demands for organisation and independent study or work”;
• “other informants may (as opposed to must) provide additional information and perspectives”;
• “adults can be requested to provide their educational reports from childhood if available” and;
• “clients’ recollection of internal experiences should be prioritised over informant input”.

Medicare Rebates

Assessments are not covered by Medicare rebates. 

Private health fund claims

If you have ancillary private health insurance you may wish to check with your insurer whether they cover testing and assessments and find out the amount of the rebate per session and for the report. We can provide you with receipts for payments if you are eligible for a private rebate so that you can make your claims. 

Release of testing data

The APS (2018) code of ethics (section B.13.6) prohibits psychologists from sharing raw data that is obtained from screening tools or assessments with clients for several reasons. These are not limited to:

1. raw data and information that is subject to misinterpretation;
2. certain materials that are protected property and;
3. data that is used in isolation is not intended for the use of treatment planning.

Information is provided in the form of a comprehensive report. Alternatively clients’ can provide written consent to allow some raw data and information to be shared with another appropriately qualified treating health professional. Fees will apply.

NDIS eligible Assessments

Andrew’s has vast training and experience in single assessment and diagnostic services. To date he has assessed over 400 adults, young adults and children. Andrew’s NDIS reports to date have led to a high funding acceptance.

To satisfy a recent shift relating to NDIS-preferred single assessments*, less than a handful of Andrew’s reports have been co-signed by a clinical psychologist. Andrew has completed his Masters of Clinical Psychology and commenced the clinical psychology registrar program. This will lead to clinical psychologist endorsement. In this context rate of reports requiring co-signing for NDIS is anticipated as remote. Regardless, if this is required then Andrew will organise the report to be co-signed by a clinical psychologist, at no additional cost to the client with minimal delays of this request anticipated.

Please note that payment does not guarantee diagnosis nor NDIS acceptance and people need to be prepared for the reality of either of these scenarios which can happen.

*Autism can be diagnosed by either a specialist multi-disciplinary (team) or a, (single) paediatrician, psychiatrist or clinical psychologist that is experienced in these assessments and presentations.

Diagnostic reports

Reports contain historical information, screening and test results, test details and specific result context, diagnostic criteria, recommendations and resources. They can be used to apply for NDIS funding with carers or clients encouraged to complete the NDIS paperwork (including support needs) and submit the paperwork with the report. Please note that a comprehensive report does not guarantee NDIS funding.

Autism SA

Please note that our comprehensive assessments and reports are accepted by GP’s, Psychiatrists and for the purposes of NDIS funding (the NDIS comprehensive reports) – but are solely not accepted by Autism SA. If you wish to pursue Autism SA supports then it is advised to seek an assessment specifically with them.