ADHD and Autism Assessment
Comprehensive adult ADHD and autism assessments in Melbourne, conducted by a Clinical Psychologist.
Bec has particular experience with complex and intersecting presentations, including the intersection of gender diversity, trauma, ADHD, and autism. She frequently works with adults seeking a later-in-life diagnosis — people who have often been missed, misdiagnosed, or dismissed in traditional assessment contexts.
Assessments are thorough, neurodivergence-affirming, and tailored to individual presentation. Each assessment draws on recognised semi-structured diagnostic instruments — including the DIVA-5 and the Autism Clinical Interview for Adults (ACIA) — and is conducted in accordance with DSM-5 criteria. All assessments include a comprehensive developmental history, a collateral informant interview (where available), standardised psychological questionnaires completed prior to the assessment, interpretation of results, a feedback session, and a comprehensive written diagnostic report (6–8 pages), provided following the feedback session once finalised. Where required, an NDIS-tailored diagnostic report is available as an upgrade in place of the standard report.
Assessment Types
ADHD Assessment
2-hour ADHD diagnostic interview
1-hour collateral informant interview
1-hour feedback session
Comprehensive written diagnostic report (6–8 pages, included)
NDIS-tailored diagnostic report (available as an upgrade)
Autism Assessment
2-hour 30-minute autism diagnostic interview
1-hour collateral informant interview
1-hour feedback session
Comprehensive written diagnostic report (6–8 pages, included)
NDIS-tailored diagnostic report (available as an upgrade)
Combined ADHD and Autism (AuDHD) Assessment
2-hour ADHD diagnostic interview
2-hour 30-minute autism diagnostic interview (conducted as a separate appointment)
1-hour collateral informant interview
1-hour feedback session
Comprehensive written diagnostic report (6–8 pages, included)
NDIS-tailored diagnostic report (available as an upgrade)
Fees and Booking Deposit
ADHD assessment — $1,800 total
Scheduling deposit (non-refundable) — $350, charged at time of booking
Remaining balance charged as component payments on the day of each appointment
Autism assessment — $2,100 total
Scheduling deposit (non-refundable) — $400, charged at time of booking
Remaining balance charged as component payments on the day of each appointment
Combined ADHD & autism (AuDHD) assessment — $2,900 total
Scheduling deposit (non-refundable) — $600, charged at time of booking
Remaining balance charged as component payments on the day of each appointment
NDIS-tailored diagnostic report upgrade
$200 (ADHD or autism) / $250 (combined) — invoiced separately upon completion
Available in place of the standard diagnostic report. Must be requested and agreed upon in writing before the feedback session. REKNDL Psychology does not currently accept NDIS funding directly.
Brief report, letter, or form — $80 per 15 minutes
A non-refundable scheduling deposit is required at the time of booking all assessment appointments. The deposit covers preparatory work completed before your first appointment and secures your place in the assessment schedule. If you attend your appointment, the deposit is credited in full toward your component fee on the day. If you need to cancel or reschedule, how the deposit is applied depends on the notice provided — please refer to the cancellation policy in your Assessment Agreement for full details.
Medicare rebates are not available for neurodivergent assessment services. Private health insurance rebates may be available depending on your level of cover — please check with your insurer prior to commencing.
Additional Information
A GP referral is not required to proceed with an assessment. Following the assessment, a copy of the written diagnostic report can be provided directly to your GP. If you would prefer a brief GP summary letter in addition, this can be requested following the feedback session — please speak with Bec about whether this is relevant to your situation. Your GP can use this documentation to support a referral to a psychiatrist if medication is something you wish to explore following an ADHD diagnosis.
In some cases, Bec may continue to work with assessment clients in individual therapy following the assessment, or draw on assessment findings to inform ongoing therapy for existing clients.
First appointments are generally available within 1–2 weeks, with assessments typically completed within 3–4 weeks from that point, subject to availability. Suitability for assessment is discussed at the initial phone consultation.
While Bec's preference is for in-person assessment where feasible — given the additional observational capacity this allows — telehealth assessments are conducted to the same clinical standard and are a fully viable option for clients unable to attend in person.