Assessments focus on understanding strengths, learning styles, and areas where additional support may be helpful.

Age range

Assessments are available for children aged 4–15 years.

The assessment process

Assessments are completed across several stages to build a well-rounded understanding of your child. The exact process may vary depending on the type of assessment.

1. Parent/carer appointment
We begin with a detailed conversation about your child’s development, strengths, and current concerns. This usually occurs without your child present.

2. Questionnaires and information gathering
Parents and carers complete questionnaires, and where possible, input from teachers or other professionals is included.

3. Child assessment session
Your child attends a session involving a range of structured and play-based activities designed to be engaging and appropriate for their age.

4. Additional assessment (if required)
Some assessments may include further components, such as cognitive or achievement testing, or a school observation. This will always be discussed with you beforehand.

5. Clinical review and report
The psychologist integrates all information to develop a comprehensive understanding of your child and prepares a written report.

6. Feedback session
We meet with you to explain the findings, discuss strengths and support needs, and talk through next steps.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral?
No. You do not need a referral to access an assessment.

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Are Medicare rebates available?

Not at this stage, as all of our psychologists are currently provisional psychologists. We plan to offer this in the future.

 

Is an assessment just about “labelling” my child?
No. The goal of an assessment is to better understand your child, not to define them by a label. Where a diagnosis is relevant, it can help explain your child’s experiences, guide appropriate supports, and give a shared understanding across home, school, and services. We focus on understanding your child’s strengths, needs, and how best to support them in everyday life.

 

Will you contact my child’s school?
Where appropriate, we may gather information from teachers or educators to better understand how your child learns and participates in that environment.

 

What if my child finds assessments difficult?
Sessions are designed to be engaging and developmentally appropriate. We adapt our approach to help children feel comfortable and supported.

 

Will my child need to sit at a table and complete tasks?
Some structured activities are part of assessment, but these are balanced with play-based and interactive tasks, particularly for younger children. We aim to make the experience as comfortable and engaging as possible.

 

What if we are unsure which assessment is right?
That’s okay. We will talk this through with you and recommend the most appropriate assessment based on your child’s needs.

 

How is your approach neurodiversity-affirming?
We recognise that differences such as autism and ADHD are part of natural variation in how people think and learn. Our focus is on understanding your child and providing recommendations that support their wellbeing, participation, and development.