Comprehensive Psychological Assessments for the Geelong Community

Psychological assessments are useful for understanding what drives our emotions and behaviours, and if there are any underlying conditions that are contributing to difficulties such as emotional regulation, social skills, concentration, memory or learning. At Mindwell Psychology, our team of specialised psycholoigsts can undertake a range of assessments in order to gain a deeper understanding of these issues in adults, adolescents and children. Our team can can assist you and/or your family with the assessment process and provide information so you can get the right support.

We provide children, adolescents and adults with comprehensive diagnostic assessment for:

  • Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Learning difficulties, including Dyslexia
  • Educational Assessments
  • Cognitive Assessments
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Mental Health or Personality Disorders

After an initial intake call, the assessment process usually takes 3-4 sessions (depending on complexity and number of tests required), followed by a detailed feedback session and a written report.

Note that for ADHD an Assessment by a Psychiatrist is required to access Medications

Referrals

Referrals are NOT required to access adult assessments, clients are welcome to self-refer, although they are helpful and may attract additional support. They also provide useful collateral information and inform a collaborate approach to treatment planning.

Assessment Fees

Standard Cognitive Assessment  $1,500 + GST

Standard ADHD Assessment  $2,500 + GST

Standard Autism Assessment  $2,500 + GST

Combined ADHD and Autism Assessment  $3,000 + GST

Additional Costs

Some clients require additional reports or testing such as:

  • Comprehensive Report Package (such as for NDIS funding) – $1,000 + GST
  • Assessment of Adaptive Functioning – $660 + GST
  • Assessment of Learning Disorders – $880 + GST

Rebates

  • Typically no assessments are covered by a Medicare rebate or NDIS funding, except
  • for those under 25 years of age, Autism assessments attract a rebate for 4 assessment sessions. A referral for a pediatrician or psychiatrist is needed to access this funding.
  • Some private health funds may have a rebate for assessments, please check directly with your provider.

To enquire about our assessments please contact our friendly team today.