Note: If you’re considering medication, I recommend getting an ADHD assessment through a psychiatrist. Psychological assessments for ADHD focus more on identity. I’m happy to do these assessments as long as there is no expectation for medication (and you also don’t think you’ll want it in the future). Otherwise, it’s best to see your GP to get a referral for a psychiatrist.
Adult ADHD Assessment
Should I get an assessment? There are some super useful, freely available, questionnaires out there to help with this. Here is one I’d recommend trying:
Assessment Structure:
Step 1: So we’ve settled on a date, we’ve booked it in. Now, I’ll send you several intake forms and questionnaires. These are designed to get a general understanding of your experiences and should be completed by you, someone who knew you well in childhood (if available), and a person who knows you well currently.
Step 2: We’ll meet for a 2 to 3-hour appointment to discuss any other background information and complete the ADHD measure (I use the DIVA-5). Timing of the appointment depends on how much information we need, and how talkative we get (trust me, it happens).
Step 3: Post-appointment, I’ll do all the extra stuff - report writing, analysing, and formulating - to put all the information together.
Step 4: Approximately 4-6 weeks after your appointment, we’ll have a feedback session where we can discuss the outcomes, make any plans, and address any ongoing questions.
(Neurodivergent people usually score above 14)
There are two options for the assessment report. When you reach out, I’ll clarify which one you’re seeking:
Diagnostic summary only (including an overview of assessment results, formal diagnoses, and recommendations - best for getting that clarification and understanding of yourself): $1200.
Full comprehensive report (including full background information, detailed assessment results across each criterion, formal diagnoses, and recommendations - best for a deeper understanding): $1650.