Seeking clarity? We provide timely, comprehensive, cognitive assessments so you can move forward with confidence
Considering a Cognitive Assessment (also known as a Giftedness or High IQ Assessment) is an important step towards gaining a deeper understanding of how you or your child thinks, learns, and processes information. 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
A Cognitive Assessment
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What Cognitive Assessments Commonly Detect: Cognitive assessments are commonly used to assess for high IQ or intellectual ability (giftedness), intellectual delay, or specific learning challenges such as difficulties with memory, attention, or problem-solving.
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Access to Supports and Opportunities: A formal Cognitive Assessment can help qualify you or your child for academic supports, educational adjustments, gifted and talented programs, or additional services if needed.
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Evidence-Based Tools: We use validated, widely recognised cognitive assessment instruments (such as the WISC-V or WAIS-IV) to ensure our evaluations are accurate, comprehensive, and reflective of each individual’s true abilities.
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Universal Recognition: Our comprehensive reports are designed to meet the requirements of schools, universities, workplaces, healthcare providers, and the NDIS, giving you the tools to advocate for the right supports and opportunities.
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Why Choose Nurtured Thoughts
for Your Cognitive 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.
Her focused practice ensures 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.
This level of specialisation ensures 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
We offer both online and in-person appointments for your convenience
Under 16 Years
The intake (first) and feedback (last) 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.
Initial Intake Session (1–1.5 hours)
We begin with an intake session to explore your background, current concerns, and any cognitive strengths or challenges you’ve noticed. If it appears unlikely that a formal cognitive diagnosis or classification is needed, Heather will explain this at the outset, allowing you to make an informed decision about whether to proceed.
Assessment Session (2 hours)
If proceeding, Heather will conduct a detailed two-hour cognitive assessment using standardised tools designed to measure different areas of intelligence, such as verbal reasoning, visual-spatial skills, working memory, processing speed, and problem-solving abilities.
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 tutors) to provide additional perspectives. Heather will then dedicate approximately 1.5 hours to reviewing the information and preparing a detailed report.
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 session helps determine whether a full cognitive assessment is likely to be beneficial. If Heather feels that a formal assessment isn’t necessary, she will explain this during the session so you can make an informed decision about proceeding.
A Cognitive Assessment can help clarify:
• Intellectual strengths across different domains (e.g., verbal, visual-spatial, memory, processing speed)
• Intellectual giftedness or high potential
• Intellectual disabilities or significant cognitive delays
• Specific cognitive strengths and challenges that may impact learning or day-to-day functioningWe use gold-standard assessments such as:
• WISC-V (Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, Fifth Edition) for children
• WAIS-IV (Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale, Fourth Edition) for adults
• Supplementary tools to assess specific areas like memory, processing speed, or executive functioning if needed.We usually book your feedback appointment about three 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, please let us know. In urgent cases—and if all forms are returned promptly—the process can sometimes be finalised within one to two weeks, or within 48 hours of receiving all required documentation.
Yes. We offer Cognitive 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 life context.
No. As a Clinical Psychologist Registrar, Heather can provide official cognitive assessments and diagnoses but cannot prescribe medication.
If additional services such as educational supports, gifted programs, or therapy are recommended, Heather will provide tailored suggestions in your report and can refer you to appropriate professionals as needed.After your assessment, you will receive a detailed report and have a feedback session with Heather to discuss the results and next steps.
Depending on the findings, your report will include:
• A summary of cognitive strengths and challenges
• Formal diagnoses or classifications (if applicable)
• Practical recommendations for home, school, university, or workplace supports
• Strategies to build on strengths and address any barriers
Heather will provide tailored advice based on your or your child’s individual profile.We can assist with any documentation needed to access educational or workplace supports.
Our reports include:
• An official cognitive assessment report
• An assessment of functional impact (if relevant)
• Specific support recommendations
You can then share the report with your school, university, or employer as part of their adjustment processes. We are happy to assist with any necessary forms or letters.
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