Psychology Assessments
We provide assessments for both paediatric and adult clients.
At The Social Domain we offer comprehensive psychology assessments for both children and adults. Whether you're seeking clarity on learning differences, attention difficulties, or neurodevelopmental conditions like autism, our experienced psychologists are here to guide you through a thorough, compassionate process.
What does the process look like?
Step 1: Initial Consultation
Before any formal assessment, we start with a casual conversation to gather information about your history, current concerns and challenges, and to probe what you hope to understand. This process helps us better tailor the assessment to your specific needs. For children, this session is typically with parents, though young people are welcome to attend where appropriate.
Step 2: Assessment Sessions
We can develop an assessment plan based on the initial consultation, during which you will attend two to four in-person sessions with our psychologist. These sessions include a mix of structured tasks, interviews, and standardised tools, conducted in a calm, un rushed environment. For children, we also gather information from parents and, where relevant, teachers. Our team will walk you through exactly what to expect when you reach out to inquire.
Sept 3: Feedback & Report
As soon as the assessments are through, we gather all the information and score it accordingly. Your clinician then prepares a detailed written report with talking points to walk you through the findings, answer any questions you may have, and, if appropriate, offer interventions such as school or workplace support and a referral for further services.
Cognitive & Developmental Assessment
A cognitive and developmental assessment evaluates how an individual thinks, learns, and processes information. It examines reasoning ability, working memory, processing speed, and general intellectual functioning. These assessments help identify intellectual disability, giftedness, school readiness, and other developmental challenges that may be affecting a person's ability to reach their potential.
ADHD Assessment
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects attention, impulse control, and behaviour regulation. It can present differently from person to person - some individuals are predominantly inattentive, others are hyperactive-impulsive, and many experience a combination of both. ADHD also impacts thinking, emotions, and social interactions, and often looks quite different in children than it does in adults.
Autism Assessment:
Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects cognition, emotion, social interaction, and sensory processing. It exists across a broad spectrum, meaning each individual has a unique experience and profile of strengths and challenges.
FEES:
Assessment: Fees depend on the assessment type and the time required to administer, score, and report.
Medicare rebates may be available with a referral from your GP under a Mental Health Treatment Plan or under the CNDD- M10 (from those aged 25 or under) through Paediatricians or Psychiatrists. Please ask our team about your options.
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