Assessments
The consultants at TPC are competent to undertake a wide range of professional psychological tests and assessments for a variety of purposes. The main reason for an assessment and report is to guide a decision, such as treatment; compensation; behaviour management; disability support etc. and are often funded by third parties such as by work-related or motor accident injury compensation agencies; Victim of Crime agencies; insurance companies, employers and government program services (e.g. Medicare Australia, Dept. of Veterans Affairs, NDIS).
What does an Assessment involve?
Our clinicians are able to provide a comprehensive psychological assessment for a range of presentations including, but not limited to: ADHD, Autism, intellectual functioning, memory, executive functioning, Anxiety, Depression, Post-traumatic Stress. For Autism Assessments, our clinicians are trained in both the ADOS-2 and MIGDAS-2 diagnostic assessments.
The typical assessment process begins with an intake interview, where you meet with your psychologist to gather information about your needs and to screen developmental, family, educational, social, medical and psychological history. Then a diagnostic interview is conducted, several questionnaires are also sent via email to you and someone who knows you well to complete (family, friend, partner).
Sometimes the cost of an assessment will extend beyond the initial price, if additional testing is warranted but you will be advised of this along the way.
Analysing the data and writing a comprehensive report takes time, so we typically schedule a feedback session for 4 weeks later. Your comprehensive report will detail results, highlight your strengths and differences and identify psychosocial support strategies and referral options.
Types of Assessments
We provide assessments for:
- Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Intellectual Impairment
- Adaptive Functioning
- Clinical Disorders
- Personality Assessment
- Capacity and fitness for work
- Giftedness
Fees
Please phone our practice to obtain fee for assessment. The fee covers the minimum amount of testing in a standard assessment process. You may need additional assessments beyond this base, for which you will be charged by the hourly rate. We have a comprehensive test library with the major psychological and neuropsychological tests
You may be able to claim part of your fees back through private health cover. To check what you can claim, ask your health provider about the following item numbers:
I04: Initial psychology consultation (2 hours)
S04: Subsequent psychology consultation (2 hours)
PA4: Psychological testing (2-6 hours)