Acquired Brain Injury Assessment
These assessments seek to understand how the brain has recovered from injury and its current cognitive and executive functioning abilities.
Learning Disorder assessment for all ages
Has it been two years since you experienced a brain injury?
we offer comprehensive two-year post-injury cognitive assessments for adults aged 16-90 who have experienced an acquired brain injury (ABI) through stroke, car accident, or other head traumas. Our neuropsychological assessments seek to understand how the brain has recovered from injury and evaluate current cognitive and executive functioning abilities.
These specialised ABI assessments can be used to track cognitive recovery or identify cognitive decline, providing evidence-based recommendations for additional strategies and supports.
Our brain injury rehabilitation monitoring reports are completed by registered and provisional psychologists experienced in neuropsychological assessment and ABI recovery patterns.
Our acquired brain injury assessment reports support ongoing rehabilitation planning, NDIS reviews, and long-term care.
Why choose Avina Therapy for your Assessment?
Gold standard ABI assessment tools
Avina Therapy uses ABI-specific assessment tools validated for brain injury populations, draws on rehabilitation experience across stroke, TBI, and other causes of acquired brain injury, and understands recovery trajectories from acute through chronic phases.
Two-year monitoring focus
Avina Therapy takes a longitudinal assessment approach to track recovery over time, comparing previous assessments to identify patterns of change and progress, monitoring ABI rehabilitation with evidence-based progress indicators, and detecting cognitive decline.
Comprehensive functional assessment
Avina Therapy evaluates the real-world application of cognitive abilities to daily living contexts, assesses return-to-work capacity with specific recommendations, and prepares clients for NDIS reviews with detailed functional capacity documentation.
Recovery-oriented approach
Avina Therapy provides cognitive rehabilitation and support recommendations, with a focus on quality of life to ensure assessments translate into meaningful outcomes.
Two-Yearly Acquired Brain Injury Assessment (Ages 16-90)
Regular cognitive assessment following brain injury is crucial for understanding recovery progress, identifying ongoing challenges, and guiding rehabilitation strategies.
Our neuropsychological assessments are specifically designed for individuals who have experienced acquired brain injury through various causes including stroke, traumatic brain injury from car accidents, falls, sports injuries, or other head traumas.
Two-yearly ABI assessment helps with:
- Neuroplasticity tracking and cognitive recovery monitoring
- ABI rehabilitation monitoring and progress evaluation
- Cognitive decline identification and intervention planning
- Executive functioning assessment post-brain injury
- NDIS review documentation
- Long-term care planning based on current abilities
- Rehabilitation strategy adjustment and optimisation
When Might an ABI Assessment be Helpful?
Regular ABI assessment is particularly important for individuals experiencing ongoing recovery, those considering major life transitions, or anyone wanting to maximise their cognitive potential and independence following brain injury.
Post-stroke assessment needs
- Stroke recovery monitoring and cognitive rehabilitation planning
- Cognitive assessment following cerebrovascular accident
- Post-stroke cognitive abilities evaluation and support planning
- Daily living skills evaluation and independence planning
General ABI assessment indicators
- Two-year milestone post-injury assessment and progress evaluation
- Cognitive changes noticed by individual or family members
- NDIS review preparation and funding reassessment documentation
Our ABI Assessment Process
Our Acquired Brain Injury assessments combine standardised neuropsychological testing, cognitive evaluation, and functional capacity assessment to provide detailed understanding of current abilities and recovery progress. We use evidence-based assessment tools specifically validated for brain injury populations to ensure accurate and meaningful results.
Initial consultation
Duration
1.5 hours
Who attends
Individual/family & psychologist
What we cover
- Review of brain injury history and medical records
- Discussion of recovery progress and current concerns
- Previous assessment comparison and change documentation
- ABI rehabilitation goals and assessment planning
- Overview of testing process and expectations
Assessment sessions
Duration
Typically 1.5 hours long
Who attends
Individual & psychologist
What we cover
- Cognitive assessment across all major domains (memory, attention, processing speed)
- Executive functioning evaluation including planning, problem-solving, and flexibility
- Mood and behavioural assessment relevant to brain injury recovery
- Regular breaks for comfort and to manage any fatigue
Analysis & report
Duration
within 4–6 weeks
What we do
Comprehensive ABI analysis
- Integration of all testing results
- Recovery progress analysis comparing current abilities to previous assessments
- Cognitive decline identification and intervention recommendations
- ABI rehabilitation monitoring outcomes and progress tracking
- Evidence-based recommendations for ongoing support and intervention
Feedback session
Duration
60min
Who attends
Individual/family & psychologist
What we cover
- Clear explanation of current cognitive abilities and recovery status
- ABI rehabilitation strategy updates
- Functional capacity recommendations for daily living
- Next steps planning including follow-up assessment scheduling
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is two-yearly assessment important after brain injury?
Two-yearly ABI assessment is crucial because brain recovery continues for years following injury. Cognitive changes can occur gradually, and regular monitoring can guide ABI rehabilitation strategies, detect any cognitive decline, and ensure support services remain appropriate for current abilities.
What types of brain injuries do you assess?
We provide acquired brain injury assessment for adults who have experienced stroke, traumatic brain injury from car accidents, falls, sports injuries, workplace accidents, and other causes of brain trauma. Our neuropsychological assessment is appropriate for any form of ABI affecting cognitive functioning.
How do you track cognitive recovery?
ABI cognitive assessment involves comparing current cognitive abilities to previous assessments and pre-injury functioning. We use standardised measures and analyse changes to cognitive domains to identify brain recovery progress and areas of ongoing challenge.
Can your reports be used for NDIS reviews?
Yes, our ABI assessment reports are specifically formatted for NDIS review processes. They provide detailed adaptive function evaluation, progress documentation, and evidence-based recommendations for ongoing support needs following acquired brain injury.
What cognitive areas do you assess?
Our ABI cognitive assessment evaluates memory, attention, processing speed, executive functioning, language abilities, and visual-spatial skills. We also assess mood, behaviour, and adaptive capacity for daily living and work activities.
How much does an ABI assessment cost?
ABI assessment costs vary based on complexity and individual needs. We provide transparent pricing during your initial consultation.
Can I use my NDIS funding for a learning disorder assessment?
No, at this time ABI assessments are fee for service and not covered by Medicare. Your private health insurance may provide partial coverage for psychological assessments – we recommend checking with your provider about ABI testing coverage.
Do I need a referral for an ABI assessment?
No referral is required for an ABI assessment at Therapy Pro. However, if you’re seeking assessment for specific purposes, we recommend discussing your goals during the initial consultation to ensure appropriate assessment planning.
