Assessments
Assessments at Avina Therapy
Comprehensive Assessments for All Ages.
Wondering if an assessment could help you, your child, or someone you support?
We help people across the lifespan understand thinking, learning, emotions, behaviours, and social strengths and challenges with assessments tailored to their goals.
Assessments assist in determining if there is an underlying reason for areas of concern, exploring a possible diagnosis, and providing individual tailored recommendations for support.
We undertake ADHD, Autism, cognitive, and learning disorder assessments for children, teens, and adults. We also undertake ABI assessments for adults.
Why choose Avina Therapy for your Assessment?
Accessible
Low wait times with clinics in Brisbane & Melbourne
Expertise
Experienced & caring psychology team
Support for all
Supporting children, teens, and adults
Our Assessment Areas
ADHD Assessments (children & adolescents)
Standardised assessments that can contribute to the clinical evidence required for a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
ADHD Assessments (adults)
Standardised assessments that can contribute to the clinical evidence required for a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
Cognitive Assessments (all ages)
Assessments to indicate giftedness, cognitive strengths and weaknesses, or to determine if the diagnostic criteria is met for an intellectual disability.
Autism Assessments (all ages)
Assessment and diagnosis for children and adults where autism is suspected. Reports include observations, standardised tools, and tailored recommendations.
Learning Disorder Assessments (all ages)
Diagnostic assessments for those who may have difficulty with academic skills including reading, writing and mathematics. Reports include assessments with recommendations.
ABI Assessments (adults)
These assessments seek to understand how the brain has recovered from injury and its current cognitive and executive functioning abilities.
Who will support you?
Our friendly client services team will discuss your initial enquiry with you to answer questions and determine the right assessment to match your needs.
You may undergo the assessment with a generally registered or provisionally registered psychologist. All our psychologists are AHPRA-registered.
Depending on the assessment, you may also work with an occupational therapist or a speech pathologist as part of our multidisciplinary team approach.
How are assessments funded?
Our current assessments are fee-for-service, which means they cannot be funded by NDIS or Medicare.
We discuss costs upfront.
You do not need a referral from another professional to undertake an assessment with Avina Therapy.
Our team are happy to collaborate with any referrers including paediatricians, psychiatrists, doctors, or educators.
Where will your assessment take place?
We currently offer assessments across a mix of in-clinic and telehealth settings, depending on your needs and the type of assessment required.
In-Clinic
Most assessments are completed face-to-face at one of our clinics, where our team can guide you through each step in a calm, supportive space.
Telehealth
Some assessments, particularly for adults, may be delivered online via secure telehealth. This option is dependent on the type of assessment and your individual circumstances.
Our Cognitive Assessment Process
We understand that booking an assessment can feel like a big step.
While each assessment type is different, there are some common steps you can expect when working with our multidisciplinary team.
Client Services will call
Our Client Services team will call to confirm clinical requirements, discuss your concerns & goals, and confirm payment options.
Attend your sessions
We will book your initial session and any required follow up sessions with you – these can occur in our Brisbane or Melbourne assessment clinic locations.
Assessment report
After your sessions are complete, we will write a clear, easy-to-read report that will include the results, recommendations, and practical next steps.
Feedback session
Once your assessment report is complete, you will be booked in for a feedback session and we will walk you through the findings, results, and any possible diagnoses.
Next steps
We will guide you through whatever comes next – this may be ongoing therapy supports, additional referrals, communication with paediatricians, psychiatrists, or any other referral professional.
Assessment screeners for Autism & ADHD
Have you been wondering if you or a loved one may be neurodiverse? Have you been thinking about seeking an assessment but not sure where to start?
Assessment processes vary because there are different levels of screening and diagnostic assessments that can be used for Autism and ADHD.
If you’re curious about whether to proceed with a formal diagnostic assessment but are not ready to pay the full cost, Avina’s psychology team can complete a brief screener. This involves a telehealth interview and assessment measures, providing you with a recommendation letter indicating whether further assessment is required. Telehealth sessions are available Australia-wide.
These assessment screeners package cost $250.
Call us today if you would like to speak with our team about diagnostic screening.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to expect at an assessment?
Once you submit an enquiry form, our team will contact you to gather clinical details, understand your goals, and recommend the right type of assessment. We’ll also explain costs, payment options, and how many sessions may be required.
Assessments are conducted by a psychologist (registered or provisionally registered) or members from our multidisciplinary team. Sessions are typically 1.5 hours or longer and may occur over multiple appointments, depending on what’s being assessed. Parents and educators may be asked to complete questionnaires or checklists as part of the process.
We use standardised assessment tools tailored to your needs. Depending on the age and goals, sessions may include games, tasks, questions, and observations. We aim to keep the environment calm and supportive — especially for children. Sessions take place at our Brisbane or Melbourne clinics or via telehealth.
After your final session, you’ll receive a clear, easy-to-understand report within 4–6 weeks. It will include results, recommendations, and any possible diagnoses. You’ll also be booked in for a feedback session to walk through the findings.
We’ll guide you through any next steps, which may include therapy, additional referrals, or collaboration with other professionals like paediatricians or psychiatrists.
Your assessment reports may be used as part of the evidence required for NDIS funding, school adjustments, or other government funding.
Please note: we do not provide court reports or medico-legal assessments.
What questions are asked during an assessment?
It depends on the reason for the assessment. You may be asked about learning, behaviour, emotions, relationships, daily activities, social skills, early development, milestones, or relevant clinical history.
For children, we often include games or tasks. The aim is to understand what’s happening and how best to support the person being assessed.
Why would someone need a diagnostic assessment?
Diagnostic assessments can help identify cognitive, emotional, learning, social, or behavioural strengths or weaknesses. These standard assessments can provide the evidence needed to contribute to a diagnosis. A diagnosis can help you to access services like the NDIS, help schools tailor learning plans, or guide therapy and support needs.
Does the NDIS cover cognitive assessments?
The NDIS does not fund diagnostic assessments on their own. You are typically required to have a diagnosis first, before you can get funding for services.
For more information, read up on our NDIS psychology services.
Do I need a referral for an assessment?
No. You don’t need a referral to access an assessment with us, unless you’re using a Medicare rebate. For private (fee-for-service) clients, you can self-refer by completing our online referral form.
What’s the average wait time for an assessment?
Wait times vary based on location and availability. In most areas, assessments can begin once the invoice has been paid and typically within 4 weeks of completing your enquiry form.
Once your form is submitted, our team will contact you to confirm timeframes and next steps.
Who performs the assessment?
Assessments are completed by either a psychologist (registered or provisionally-registered), or members from our multidisciplinary team, such as occupational therapists or speech pathologists.
Provisional psychologists are supervised by senior clinicians that include board approved supervisors with a range of endorsements from clinical to education and developmental psychologists.
We’ll match you with the best-fit clinician based on the assessment needs.
