Understanding your experience
ADHD assessment in Melbourne & online
A thoughtful assessment for adults and adolescents aged 10 and over.
Explore patterns in attention, organisation and everyday life in a warm, neurodiversity-affirming space. Attend in Coburg, in Melbourne’s north, or online through telehealth.
Space to explore your history, recognise your strengths, and consider what support could help.
Making sense of the patterns
Could an assessment help?
You may be wondering about ADHD after noticing similar challenges across school, work, home or relationships. An assessment is an opportunity to explore these experiences in context.
Focus & follow-through
Losing track during conversations, struggling to stay with tasks, or finding it hard to finish what you start.
Organisation & daily life
Frequently misplacing things, missing appointments, or feeling overwhelmed by planning and everyday responsibilities.
Restlessness & impulsivity
Feeling physically or mentally restless, finding it difficult to pause, or acting before you have time to think.
These experiences can have different explanations. Questionnaires alone do not establish a diagnosis; your psychologist considers your history, daily functioning and the wider picture.
The assessment process
Know what to expect
Start by booking online, calling 0432 998 485, or emailing the practice. You can book directly without a referral.
For adults
Explore current concerns alongside the patterns you remember from childhood and adolescence.
Questionnaires & history
Complete online forms about daily life, your developmental history and wellbeing. We also ask for information from two people who know you well or knew you growing up.
Clinical interview
A structured appointment of around 90–120 minutes explores attention, school, work, relationships and emotional wellbeing.
Review & written report
Your psychologist brings together the interview and questionnaire information, considers the findings, and prepares your report.
Feedback & next steps
In a 30-minute feedback session, discuss the outcome, ask questions and explore practical recommendations.
For adolescents aged 10+
The process includes time with a parent or carer and a separate space for the young person’s own experience.
Forms & other perspectives
Complete questionnaires about your young person’s day-to-day life. Two people who know them well, such as a teacher or family member, are also asked to contribute.
Parent or carer appointment
A 50-minute consultation provides space to discuss developmental history and what you have noticed at home, at school and in relationships.
Adolescent appointment
A separate 50-minute session gives the young person time to describe their experience in their own words.
Report preparation
Your psychologist reviews the information and prepares a report.
Shared feedback
A 30-minute session with the parent or carer and young person covers the findings, questions and recommended next steps.
Beyond the assessment
The findings can help you consider support that fits your needs, whether or not the assessment identifies ADHD.
Your findings explained
A written report and feedback conversation explain the assessment outcome, including whether diagnostic criteria are met.
Practical recommendations
Discuss strategies and options for support in daily life, education, work or therapy, based on your individual circumstances.
Informed conversations
Your report can inform discussions with health professionals or education and workplace supports.
Fees
The ADHD assessment fee includes the assessment, a comprehensive written report, a feedback session and recommendations.
You can book privately without a GP referral.
Considering both ADHD and autism?
A combined assessment is available for $1,750.
Meet your psychologist
Dr Maria is a registered psychologist who works with adolescents and adults, with a particular interest in ADHD, autism and emotional wellbeing.
The assessment brings together your experiences, developmental history and information from validated tools. There is space to ask questions and discuss what the findings mean for you.
Learn more about Dr MariaYour questions
ADHD assessment FAQs
Here are answers to common questions about booking, assessment outcomes and what comes afterwards.
For general information about comprehensive assessment, see the Australian ADHD guideline.
Do I need a GP referral?
No referral is needed to book a private ADHD assessment at Mindlab. A referral may be needed for other services or specific rebate pathways, so discuss these separately with your GP and the practice.
Can I claim Medicare or private health rebates?
A Mental Health Treatment Plan does not automatically make an ADHD diagnostic assessment eligible for a Medicare rebate. Better Access rebates relate to eligible mental health treatment services. Please confirm any assessment rebate eligibility before booking.
Autism-related Medicare pathways have separate requirements and should not be assumed to apply to an ADHD assessment. Check with your insurer about private health cover and see our fees and rebates information.
How long will the assessment take?
The adult interview is generally 90–120 minutes. The adolescent process includes a 50-minute parent or carer appointment and a separate 50-minute adolescent appointment. Feedback sessions are 30 minutes.
Appointment availability and the overall timeframe vary; contact us for current timings.
How should I prepare?
Complete the questionnaires provided and think about examples from daily life, school, work and relationships. If you have relevant previous assessments or school reports, ask the practice how to share them securely.
Let us know if records or people who knew you in childhood are unavailable, so we can discuss what information may be helpful.
Will the assessment definitely result in a diagnosis?
A diagnosis is not guaranteed. Your psychologist reviews the information against diagnostic criteria and discusses the findings with you. If criteria are not met, the feedback session explains the outcome and relevant recommendations.
Does the assessment include medication?
No. Psychologists do not prescribe medication. If medication is a priority, speak with your GP about the appropriate medical assessment and prescribing pathway before booking. A medical practitioner may require their own assessment.
The psychological assessment fee does not include a separate medical or medication consultation.
Can I be assessed for both ADHD and autism?
Yes. A combined ADHD and autism assessment is available for $1,750, including a detailed report.
Can I access therapy after the assessment?
You can discuss ongoing support and appointment availability with the practice. Therapy is a separate service with its own fees and may focus on daily strategies, emotional wellbeing and your individual goals. Explore our therapy and counselling services.