ADHD Assessments Brisbane

Comprehensive ADHD Assessments for Adults

If you've spent years feeling as though everyday life is harder than it should be—frequently forgetting things, struggling to stay organised, procrastinating, feeling overwhelmed by everyday tasks, or wondering why others seem to cope more easily—a comprehensive ADHD assessment can help determine whether Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) may be contributing to your experiences.

At Axis Within Psychology, comprehensive adult ADHD assessments are conducted by Anna Kelm, Registered Psychologist. The assessment process includes a thorough clinical evaluation, evidence-based assessment measures, detailed feedback, and a comprehensive written report. Where appropriate, you will also receive an ADHD diagnosis together with personalised recommendations for next steps.

ADHD is increasingly recognised in adulthood, particularly among women whose symptoms may have been overlooked or misunderstood during childhood. For many adults, receiving an assessment later in life provides long-awaited clarity and a better understanding of lifelong patterns of attention, executive functioning, emotional regulation, and organisation.

Who Is An ADHD Assessment Suitable For?

ADHD presents differently from person to person. A comprehensive assessment considers your developmental history, current functioning, and the ways ADHD symptoms may be affecting different areas of your life, including work, study, relationships, and everyday responsibilities.

An ADHD assessment may be appropriate if you experience:

• Difficulty sustaining attention or concentration

• Chronic disorganisation

• Forgetfulness and losing important items

• Procrastination and difficulty following through on tasks

• Time management difficulties

• Restlessness or feeling mentally "busy"

• Emotional regulation difficulties

• Difficulty managing competing demands

• Workplace or study challenges

• A lifelong sense of feeling different, overwhelmed, or as though life requires significantly more effort than it seems to for others

Many adults seek assessment after recognising patterns that have been present throughout their lives but were never previously identified. Others seek an assessment after a GP, psychiatrist, family member, or workplace has suggested that ADHD may be contributing to their challenges.

What Does an ADHD Assessment Involve?

The assessment process includes:

• Two 90-120 minute assessment consultations

• One 50-minute feedback consultation

• Comprehensive clinical interview

• Developmental and psychosocial history

• Review of current functioning and presenting concerns

• Administration and interpretation of standardised assessment measures

Depending on your individual presentation, the assessment may include:

• Structured ADHD diagnostic interviews

• ADHD symptom rating scales

• Executive functioning assessments

• Broader mental health screening measures

• Collateral information from partners, family members, or other relevant informants where appropriate

The specific assessment battery is tailored to each individual's presentation and clinical needs.

Adult ADHD Diagnosis Brisbane

A comprehensive ADHD assessment provides a thorough evaluation to determine whether an ADHD diagnosis is appropriate and whether ADHD may be contributing to difficulties with attention, executive functioning, emotional regulation, organisation, and everyday functioning.

Many adults seek an ADHD assessment later in life after years of wondering why everyday tasks feel more difficult than they seem to for others. A comprehensive ADHD assessment explores whether your experiences are consistent with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) while also considering other factors that may contribute to attention, executive functioning, and emotional regulation.

Where appropriate, the assessment process may support an ADHD diagnosis together with clear recommendations for ongoing treatment, workplace or study accommodations, and psychological therapy.

What Will You Receive After Your ADHD Assessment?

Following completion of the assessment, you will receive:

• A detailed explanation of assessment findings and outcomes

• Diagnostic impressions where appropriate

• Practical recommendations and next steps

• A comprehensive written report with practical recommendations

Reports are written in a clear, practical manner and can be provided to treating practitioners where appropriate.

What if I need ADHD Medication?

Where an ADHD diagnosis is made and you would like to explore medication, Axis Within Psychology can refer you to a psychiatric clinic with which we have an established referral pathway.

With your consent, your comprehensive assessment report and diagnosis will be provided directly to the psychiatric clinic. During your consultation, the psychiatrist will review the completed psychological assessment and discuss medication options with you. If clinically appropriate, they can prescribe medication and provide ongoing medication management.

This coordinated pathway means you do not need to begin the ADHD assessment process again or repeat the comprehensive assessment already completed. It provides a clearer and more streamlined transition from diagnosis to psychiatric care while maintaining continuity between your treating professionals.

Why Choose Axis Within?

• Comprehensive, evidence-based adult ADHD assessments conducted by a Registered Psychologist

• A streamlined assessment process tailored to your individual presentation and clinical needs

• A comprehensive written report outlining your results, diagnosis and practical recommendations

• An established psychiatric referral pathway for clients wishing to explore medication following diagnosis

• Your completed assessment and diagnosis can be provided directly to the psychiatric clinic, avoiding the need to repeat the comprehensive ADHD assessment

• Continuity of care through psychological intervention following assessment, where clinically appropriate and available

• Coordinated care between psychological assessment, ongoing intervention and psychiatric medication management

• Particular interest in adult ADHD, including women whose symptoms may have been overlooked earlier in life

• In-person appointments at New Farm Wellness Centre, Brisbane

• Secure Telehealth assessments available Australia-wide

ADHD Assessment Cost Brisbane

$ 2,699

The assessment fee covers the complete assessment process, from understanding your experiences to discussing your findings and next steps. It includes:

• All assessment and feedback consultations, with time to explore your experiences, clarify information and answer your questions.

• A comprehensive clinical and developmental interview, exploring patterns across childhood and adulthood, including education, work, relationships, health and everyday functioning.

• Administration, scoring and interpretation of standardised ADHD and executive-functioning measures, considered alongside your history and current circumstances.

• Review of relevant supporting information, such as childhood report cards, previous assessments and, with your consent, input from someone who knows you well.

• Clinical integration of the findings, examining how the different sources of information fit together and exploring any inconsistencies.

• Consideration of alternative and co-occurring factors, including anxiety, mood, sleep, stress and relevant medical or developmental history, to support an accurate and individualised understanding.

• A clear explanation of the diagnostic outcome, including whether ADHD criteria are met and the clinical reasoning behind the conclusions.

• A personalised account of your strengths, challenges and support needs, helping you understand how these affect your daily life.

• Practical, individualised recommendations for therapy, everyday routines, relationships, work or study, including environmental supports and adjustments where appropriate.

• A comprehensive written report documenting your history, assessment results, clinical formulation and recommendations, which you can choose to share with relevant health professionals or support services.

• A dedicated feedback consultation to explain the findings in clear language, explore what they mean for you and collaboratively identify next steps.

• Access to Axis Within Psychology’s established psychiatric referral pathway if you wish to explore medication following an ADHD diagnosis. Psychiatric consultations are arranged and billed separately.

Whether or not ADHD is diagnosed, the aim is to leave you with a clearer understanding of yourself and useful recommendations tailored to your circumstances.

Optional cognitive assessment (WAIS)

If you would like additional insights into your learning and cognitive profile, you may choose to include a WAIS assessment. This explores your strengths and support needs across verbal reasoning, problem-solving, working memory and processing speed. The findings can help us understand how you take in and work with information, and inform practical strategies for learning, work and everyday tasks. This is an optional addition and is quoted separately.

Looking for Therapy After Your ADHD Assessment?

Receiving an ADHD diagnosis is often the beginning rather than the end of the journey. While many people find that understanding their ADHD brings a sense of relief and validation, it can also raise new questions about how ADHD affects work, relationships, emotional regulation, executive functioning, and everyday life.

Many adults benefit from ongoing psychological therapy to better understand their unique ADHD profile, develop practical strategies, and build sustainable habits that support long-term wellbeing.

If you're seeking ongoing support following your assessment, therapy appointments are available both in person at New Farm Wellness Centre and via secure Telehealth Australia-wide.

Book an Initial Consultation

The Adult ADHD assessment process begins with an initial consultation, which forms part of the overall assessment process.

During this appointment, we will discuss your current concerns, developmental history, day-to-day functioning, and whether a comprehensive ADHD assessment is appropriate for your individual circumstances.

About Anna

Anna is a Registered Psychologist with a background in nutrition, health coaching, and behaviour change.

She has a particular interest in conducting Adult ADHD assessments and supporting adults experiencing ADHD-related challenges, executive functioning difficulties, emotional overwhelm, anxiety, burnout, and the increasing mental load associated with modern life.

Her approach is warm, practical, collaborative, and evidence-based, helping clients better understand themselves while developing practical and sustainable ways forward.

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