Focused assessment
ADHD Assessment
$2,575
Focused on ADHD when the main questions relate to attention, organisation, impulsivity or executive functioning.
ADHD ASSESSMENTS — MELBOURNE
ADHD Assessment in Melbourne
Clear answers, without the overwhelm. Our ADHD assessments help you understand what's really going on — and what to do next.
No referral needed. No pressure — just a conversation about your options.
How an ADHD Assessment Helps
- Understand what's behind difficulties with focus, memory, organisation or impulsivity
- Get a clear, practical report you can use for school, work, or your own peace of mind
- Walk away with next steps — whether that's therapy, accommodations, or simply clarity
Choosing the right assessment
Could There Be More Than ADHD?
An ADHD Assessment May Be Right for You If...
- You (or your child) struggle to sustain focus, or often lose track of tasks and details
- There's a pattern of impulsivity, restlessness, or trouble with time-management
- Academic, work, or social challenges keep showing up despite genuine effort
About Raise the Bar Clinic
Assessment and support from an experienced team
Raise the Bar Clinic is a private educational and developmental group practice supporting children, adolescents and adults. Founded in 2013 and led by Dr. Kate Jacobs and Dr Hayley Anthony, our team provides person-centred, trauma-informed and neuro-affirming assessment and support for developmental and learning differences.
Lydia, our Practice Manager, and the administration team are often your first point of contact. They'll help you understand your options and connect you with the right practitioner at our Melbourne clinic in Heatherton.
A few of the people you may meet
Lydia Chisholm
Practice Manager
Our Assessment Process
- 1
Booking & Consent
Share your concerns, goals, and needs so that we can match you with the right psychologist and assessment.
- 2
Clinical Intake
Meet with your psychologist to share background information. Your psychologist will explain the assessment process and what to expect.
- 3
Assessment
Assessments are delivered using a "hybrid" model. Most conversations happen from home via Telehealth, with only the essential face-to-face assessment held in person at our clinic.
- 4
Feedback
We meet with you to explain the results in everyday language, discuss what they mean, answer questions, and go over recommended next steps. A comprehensive and personalised report is provided.
- 5
Post-Assessment Support
The report is the beginning, not the end. Follow-up sessions can help you debrief the results, plan practical next steps, coordinate referrals, and translate recommendations into support at home or school.
Explore post-assessment support sessions
We provide adhd assessments from school age (5 years) at our Melbourne clinic in Heatherton.
Investment
ADHD Assessment
$2,575or $2,317.50 if a cognitive assessment has already been completed
- Identify your ADHD presentation (inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive, or combined) and rule out other contributing factors
- Support access to school, university, or workplace accommodations (e.g. exam provisions, flexible work practices)
- Inform therapy, coaching, or medical treatment options tailored to you
Your local clinic
Visit us in Heatherton
Suite 102, Level 1/15 Corporate Drive, Heatherton VIC 3202Clinic hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm
Get directionsBook a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call
We understand that the assessment and booking process can feel overwhelming, especially when there's a lot of information to take in. That's why we offer a no-cost, no-pressure conversation with our team. We'll listen to what you're looking for, explain how the process works at our Melbourne clinic in Heatherton, and talk you through likely timelines, costs and next steps.
Ready to Book? Start Here
This starts your booking enquiry. Our admin team will follow up by phone and email to confirm details and next steps.
Common Questions
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed to book a adhd assessment with us — you can get started directly.
What's the typical wait time?
It varies by clinic and time of year. When you get in touch, our team will let you know current availability and wait times for Heatherton.
Are Medicare or NDIS rebates available?
Assessments are mostly privately funded, with only limited Medicare rebates available in specific circumstances (for example, under 25 with a referral from a paediatrician or psychiatrist for a complex neurodevelopmental disorder assessment). NDIS funding may be usable if psychology is an approved service in your plan. See our full funding information page for details, or ask our team.
What age range do you see?
We provide adhd assessments from school age (5 years) at our Melbourne clinic in Heatherton. We see children, adolescents, and adults.
Still Have Questions?
We'd love to help. Book a call, or start your booking whenever you're ready.
No referral needed. No pressure — just a conversation about your options.