Our adult ADHD assessments help adults aged 18 to 60 in Adelaide find out whether an ADHD diagnosis explains what they’re experiencing, and what would help at work, study and home. They happen in clinic at Salisbury or Seacliff, privately with no referral needed.
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An adult ADHD assessment looks at your attention, organisation and restlessness now and in childhood, because ADHD starts in childhood even when it’s first noticed later. Australian guidelines recommend interviews and questionnaires with information from people who know you well, such as a partner or parent, and childhood school reports if you have them.1 You get a written report and a feedback session about the findings and next steps.
You might say: I lose focus at work or study
Losing focus in meetings or reading, starting tasks at the last minute, or switching between half-finished jobs can come from ADHD, but also from stress, low mood or poor sleep. The assessment looks at what fits best.
You might say: I’m often late, forgetful or losing things
Running late, missing appointments, losing things and bills piling up are common reasons adults seek an assessment. The report includes practical strategies and recommendations for work or study adjustments.
You might say: I feel restless or act on impulse
In adults, hyperactivity often feels like inner restlessness, talking over people or quick decisions you later regret. The assessment looks at how much this affects daily life.
You might say: I wasn’t diagnosed as a child
Many adults weren’t assessed as children. With your permission, a parent or someone who knew you as a child can describe that time, and old school reports help if you have them.1
You might say: Autism might fit as well
You might say: I want to try medication
Our psychologists can diagnose ADHD but can’t prescribe. To start medication you need a psychiatrist or a specially trained South Australian GP, who will do their own assessment before prescribing.2
Call 08 8166 4700 or send an enquiry. Our team talks through what you’re noticing, the cost, and what to expect, including what an assessment can and can’t do for medication.
Your psychologist talks with you about what’s hard now, your childhood, schooling, work, health and relationships.
You complete rating questionnaires. With your permission, a partner, parent or close friend completes them too, and old school reports are helpful if you have them.
You receive a detailed written report, usually within 2–3 weeks, and a feedback session (in person, or by phone or video) explaining the findings and practical recommendations.
| Service | Fee (full assessment, report and feedback) |
|---|---|
| Adult ADHD assessment (ages 18 to 60) | $1,800 |
| Combined autism and ADHD assessment | $2,500 |
Fees as listed on our fees and funding page. Each fee covers the interviews, questionnaires and testing, the written report and a feedback session. Our team confirms the fee before the assessment is booked.
ADHD assessments are privately funded. You don’t need a referral from a GP or anyone else to book.
Medicare rebates and NDIS funding can’t be claimed for our assessment fees, so a GP referral or mental health care plan won’t lower the cost. The report can still support an NDIS access request, or support at school, study or work.
Our assessment psychologists are registered with the Psychology Board of Australia and assess adults for ADHD in clinic. If therapy would help after an assessment, our psychology team can support you.
Ann ParkerPsychologistADHD ages 5 to 60 · also autism and combined autism and ADHDView profile 
Daniela BrkicPsychologistADHD ages 5 to 60 · also learning and IQView profile All our psychologists are registered with Ahpra.
By phone or video For the first call and feedback
Yes. Australian guidelines list psychologists, along with psychiatrists, as clinicians who diagnose ADHD in adults.1 Psychologists can’t prescribe medication.
Not from us. A psychiatrist or, in South Australia, a specially trained GP can prescribe ADHD medication for adults where clinically appropriate.2 They do their own assessment before prescribing, so our report doesn’t replace it. If medication is your main goal, talk with your GP first.
A psychologist’s assessment takes a detailed look at your history and at things that can look like ADHD or occur with it, such as anxiety, low mood or learning difficulties.4 The report and feedback help you understand how you work and what would help at work, study and home.
No. Adult ADHD assessments are private, so you can contact us directly. Medicare rebates and NDIS funding can’t be claimed for our assessment fees.
That’s common. Your psychologist will work with the information you have, such as your own memories, school reports or a partner’s view of you now.
Many adults find ongoing support useful for routines, focus, emotions and relationships. Our psychology team offers ADHD support and therapy.
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