Seeking clarity? We provide timely, comprehensive, ADHD assessments so you can move forward with confidence
Considering an ADHD assessment is an important step towards better understanding yourself or your child. At Nurtured Thoughts, we offer a warm, respectful environment that balances convenience with clinical excellence, so you feel supported and empowered throughout the process.
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Why Consider
An ADHD Assessment
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Access to Supports and Accommodations: A formal ADHD assessment can help qualify you or your child for additional learning supports, workplace accommodations, or referral to medical professionals for treatment if desired.
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Clarity and Understanding: Gaining a deeper understanding of how you or your child experiences attention, focus, and executive functioning challenges can provide valuable insights into strengths, difficulties, and next steps for support.
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Why Choose Nurtured Thoughts
for Your ADHD Assessment
All assessments at Nurtured Thoughts are conducted by Heather, our Clinical Psychologist Registrar. Heather specialises exclusively in psychological assessments, dedicating her time and expertise to delivering thorough, accurate evaluations.
She works towards ensuring that she remains up to date with the latest diagnostic guidelines, research, and best-practice methodologies. By working solely in assessments, Heather applies the most effective tools, delivers comprehensive evaluations, and interprets results to the highest professional standard.
Heather strives to ensure that assessments are thoughtful, thorough, and provide a clear, reliable understanding of each individual’s unique profile. Whether the assessment is for Autism, ADHD, learning differences, or other concerns, you can feel confident knowing your care is guided by someone deeply immersed in the science and practice of psychological assessment.
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Online or In-Person—Your Choice
Online or In-Person—Your Choice
We offer both online and in-person appointments for your convenience
Under 16 Years
The intake and feedback sessions can be conducted remotely. However, the main assessment must be completed in person to ensure clinical accuracy and meet best-practice guidelines.
16 Years and Older
If preferred, the entire assessment process—including intake, assessment, and feedback sessions—can be completed remotely using secure, professional platforms.
Note: Where disability or unique circumstances mean that attending in person is not achievable assessment may be able to be complete remotely, please enquire with Heather for more information
Assessment Session (2 hours)
If proceeding, Heather will conduct a detailed two-hour assessment using standardised tools, structured tasks, and discussions to gather a comprehensive understanding of attention, executive functioning, and related areas.
Questionnaires for Report
Questionnaires may also be completed by you and/or key people in your or your child’s life (such as family members, teachers, or partners) to provide additional perspectives. Heather will then dedicate approximately 4 hours to reviewing the information and preparing a detailed report.
Initial Intake Session (1–1.5 hours)
We begin with an intake session to explore your background, current concerns, and any experiences or traits commonly associated with ADHD. If it appears unlikely that a diagnosis will be confirmed, Heather will explain this at the outset, allowing you to make an informed decision about whether to proceed.
Feedback Session (1 hour)
Once the report is ready, we’ll schedule a feedback session to discuss the findings, answer any questions, and outline clear recommendations and next steps.
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The intake appointment assists with determining whether to proceed with an assessment and whether other traits or factors should be explored. If this is indicated during the intake,
Heather will explain this during the session so that you can make an informed decision about proceeding.
For youth, the initial appointment is typically completed with parents/caregivers only. This appointment is 1-hour ($225.00).
For adults, the initial appointment is 1.5hours ($335.00).
Yes. ADHD is often accompanied by other forms of neurodivergence, mental health experiences and medical experiences. Common co-occurring conditions include Autism, anxiety, depression, and learning differences such as Dyslexia or Dyscalculia.
Heather will explore with you whether co-assessing would be beneficial as part of your ADHD assessment including any additional costs to allow you to make an informed decision prior to engaging in the assessment.
We usually book your feedback appointment about 3 weeks after your final assessment session. This allows time for any additional forms to be returned and for Heather to complete a thorough report.
If you require a faster turnaround due to other appointments that your report is required for, please advise Heather during your intake. In urgent circumstances (if all forms are returned promptly), the process can sometimes be finalised earlier pending availability.
Yes. We offer ADHD assessments for children aged five and above, as well as adults of all ages. Each assessment is carefully tailored to the individual’s age, needs, and lived experiences.
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As a psychologist, Heather is qualified to assess and formally diagnosis ADHD, however, Stimulant and Non stimulant medications to support ADHDers can only be prescribed by a Paediatrician or Psychiatrist.
Should you wish to explore medication following assessment, Heather can recommend Psychiatrists or Paediatricians whom you can provide a copy of your report to.
After your assessment, you will receive a detailed report and have a feedback session with Heather to discuss the results and next steps.
After an ADHD Diagnosis:
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Treatment usually involves a combination of behavioural strategies and, if appropriate, medication.
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Medication may help improve focus, allowing you to better adopt new coping mechanisms and strategies.
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Many people with ADHD benefit from ADHD coaching, structured skills programs, or therapy focused on executive functioning skills.
Heather will provide tailored recommendations in your report based on your individual needs. We can then recommend a psychiatrist who can review your report and assess your suitability for medication.-
We can assist with any documentation needed to access supports or accommodations.
Our reports include:
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results from psychometric tools,
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diagnostic statement per the DSM-5-TR,
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assessment of functional impact to the individual, and
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recommendations as appropriate to the individual.
Your report can be shared with your school, university or employer directly. We are happy to assist with any necessary forms or letters.
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