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Ann Parker
Psychologist · PhD in Psychology, University of South Australia
19+ years of psychological assessments for children, teens and adults.
Ann is a psychologist with over 19 years' experience. Ann assesses children, teens and adults for autism, ADHD, FASD, intellectual disability, learning disorders and IQ, with a strengths-based approach that helps people understand their abilities as well as their needs.
Taking new clients
- Works withAges 3 to 60, depending on the assessment (ADHD and learning: under 18)
- Key interestsAll six of our assessments
- SessionsAt both clinics or by telehealth
- FundingPrivate clients only
Which assessments does Ann do?
Ann carries out all of our psychological assessments. Open an assessment to see its age range and find out more. Ann doesn't provide ongoing therapy; if you or your child needs therapy after an assessment, our psychology team can help.
ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
- Ages 5 to 17
Autism (Autism Spectrum Disorder, ASD)
- Ages 3 to 60
FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder)
- Over age 4
Intellectual disability
- Ages 3 to 60
IQ testing, including giftedness
- Ages 3 to 60
Learning assessments, such as dyslexia
- Ages 7 to 17
No match on the list. Call us on 08 8166 4700 and we’ll let you know whether one of our assessments fits.
Don't see your situation? Call us on 08 8166 4700 and our team will talk it through with you.
About Ann
Experience across disability services, public and independent schools, and private practice
“With over 19 years of experience in psychology, I am passionate about supporting individuals and families through comprehensive assessments.”
“I specialise in psychological assessments, focusing on diagnosing giftedness, intellectual disability, specific learning disorders (such as dyslexia), autism, ADHD, and FASD. Over the years, I have worked across a range of settings, including Disability SA, public and independent education systems, and private practice.”
“I believe that every individual has unique strengths, and my goal is to help clients and their families better understand their potential while providing meaningful strategies to support their development.”
Qualifications and registration
A PhD in Psychology and a Graduate Diploma in FASD diagnosis and assessment.
Registration
Registered Psychologist PSY0001259091
Psychology Board of Australia (Ahpra)
Degrees and certificates
- PhD in Psychology
- University of South Australia
- Graduate Diploma in the Diagnosis and Assessment of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
- University of Western Australia
- Honours degree in Psychology
- University of South Australia
Professional memberships
- Australian Psychological Society (APS)
- Australian Psychologists and Counsellors in Schools (APACS SA)
- Learning Difficulties Australia
- SA Solution Focused Brief Therapy Community of Practice
Experience
Began with formal psychology training through the Intellectual Disability Services Council (IDSC) after working in academia and research, mainly at UniSA, then worked across Disability SA, public and independent schools, and private practice.
Who can call themselves a psychologist?
"Psychologist" is a protected title in Australia. Only people registered with the Psychology Board of Australia, through Ahpra, can use it. You can check any psychologist on the Ahpra register.
What do the professional associations mean?
Ann is a member of Australian Psychological Society (APS), Australian Psychologists and Counsellors in Schools (APACS SA), Learning Difficulties Australia and SA Solution Focused Brief Therapy Community of Practice. Professional associations support their members to keep up with research and good practice.
Beyond the clinic
Ann also mentors psychology students and early-career psychologists.
What happens in an assessment with Ann?
What working with Ann looks like.
A first conversation
Ann starts with an interview with you (or with the parent or carer), by phone or in person, about background, history and what's prompting the assessment.
Assessment sessions
Structured sessions with Ann, including interviews and standardised testing. With permission, information from school can be included too.
A written report
Ann writes a detailed report of the findings and recommendations, usually ready within 2 to 3 weeks.
Feedback and next steps
A feedback session (30 minutes to an hour) to explain the findings in plain language and talk through practical next steps for home, school or work.
“Every individual has unique strengths.”
Where can you see Ann?
In clinic or by video. Ann works Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9am to 5pm.
Ann sees people at both of our clinics.
Clinics are open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
Prefer video? Ann also sees people by telehealth, wherever you are in Australia.
How is it funded?
Assessments are private only.
Private
Assessments are privately funded. You don't need a referral, and we don't claim Medicare or NDIS for assessment fees, so a referral won't lower the cost. See our assessments page for current fees.
See our current feesHow do I get started?
Send us an enquiry and let us know you'd like to see Ann, or give us a call. We usually reply within 1 to 2 business days.
- A free first call. Our triage team will talk through which assessment fits, the cost and where it will happen. There's no cost for this call.
- Then your first appointment with Ann. Appointments are charged at our usual fees.
Not sure which assessment you need? Send an enquiry anyway, and our team will talk it through with you.