Assessments
An assessment provides a thorough evaluation of characteristics and behaviours to determine whether or not you meet diagnostic criteria.
A diagnosis may be very affirming to identity and self-esteem. It can assist in understanding how your brain works, reinforcing strengths and abilities.
This may assist in developing strategies and suggesting accommodations to help you reach your potential.
What to expect?
Our diagnosticians are neuro-affirming clinicians with extensive experience assessing internalised and masked presentations of autism, including individuals who do not fit traditional stereotypes.
They provide comprehensive assessments that explore autism, ADHD, and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) profiles, and can provide differential diagnosis between neurodevelopmental differences, complex trauma, and other factors that may influence a person's presentation. Our assessments consider the whole person, recognising the overlap that can exist between these experiences while identifying each individual's unique strengths and support needs.
Screening appointment
We offer a no-obligation screening appointment with one of our assessing psychologists.
During this one-hour session, the clinician will discuss your concerns and administer brief screening questionnaires related to possible neurodivergence (such as autism or ADHD).
The purpose of this appointment is to explore whether a comprehensive diagnostic assessment may be appropriate. Based on the discussion and screening results, the psychologist will provide guidance about whether proceeding with a full assessment is recommended.
There is no obligation to continue with a formal assessment, and some individuals may decide that further assessment is not required at this stage.
Fee: $280.00 per hour appointment includes a one page summary of recommendations.
Adult ADHD Assessments
Many adults seek an ADHD assessment after recognising longstanding patterns of difficulty with focus, organisation, emotional regulation, or managing everyday responsibilities. For some people, these differences may have been present since childhood but were not previously identified.
An adult ADHD assessment explores both current functioning and childhood history, as ADHD symptoms must have been present during early development.
The Assessment Includes:
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Diagnostic interview (approximately 2 hours)
This may be completed as one two-hour session or two one-hour sessions, depending on your preference.
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Developmental history
Discussion about childhood experiences, schooling, attention, behaviour, and functioning across different stages of life.
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Questionnaires
You will complete online questionnaires about attention, executive functioning, and related traits.
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Collateral information (if available)
Where possible, it can be helpful to have a parent, caregiver, or another adult who knew you during childhood provide information about your early development. This may occur through a questionnaire or brief discussion.
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Comprehensive written report
A detailed diagnostic report outlining the assessment findings, diagnostic outcome (if applicable), and recommendations.
Price: $1,500
Child ADHD Assessments
ADHD in children may present through difficulties with attention, following instructions, emotional regulation, impulse control, and managing school demands. Some children may also experience challenges with friendships, organisation, or transitions between activities.
A comprehensive assessment helps determine whether a child’s differences are consistent with ADHD and identifies the types of supports that may be helpful at home and school.
The Assessment Includes:
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Diagnostic interview with parent or caregiver (approximately 2 hours)
This may be completed as one two-hour session or two one-hour sessions.
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Developmental and educational history
Discussion of early development, behaviour patterns, learning profile, and current concerns.
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Questionnaires
Parents and teachers will be asked to complete standardised questionnaires about the child’s behaviour, attention, and emotional functioning.
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Child observation or interaction (where appropriate)
The clinician may spend time interacting with the child to better understand their presentation.
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Comprehensive written report
A detailed report outlining findings, diagnostic considerations, and recommendations for home and school supports.
Price: $1,800
Autism Assessments
Autism is a neurodevelopmental disability that affects how people communicate, interact with others, and experience the world around them. Characteristics typically appear in early childhood and are present, in some form, throughout life. Every autistic person is different, with their own unique strengths and challenges.
Autistic people might:
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Communicate and interact with others in different ways
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Move their bodies in ways that are repetitive or different
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Have very strong interests in certain topics
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React to sounds, sights, smells, touch, or tastes in ways that seem unusual
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Like routines and find changes hard to cope with
Autism assessments usually include:
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A diagnostic interview (about 2 to 3 hours)
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A play session or observation (for children)
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An online questionnaire
You can choose how the assessment is scheduled. It can be done as:
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One 2-hour appointment plus a 1-hour appointment, or
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Three separate 1-hour appointments.
Price: Adult $1,500 | Child $1,800 (Single clinician assessment)
Dual Autism Diagnostic Assessments
A dual autism diagnostic assessment involves two appropriately trained clinicians—typically a psychologist and a speech pathologist—working collaboratively to assess whether an individual meets the criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder. This multidisciplinary approach provides a broader understanding of a person's strengths, differences, communication profile, and support needs.
At AMOYO, we have a longstanding professional relationship with All Adelaide Speech Pathology. In most cases, one of their experienced speech pathologists partners with one of our psychologists to complete the assessment.
In South Australia, a dual assessment is often considered best practice for children and may be required in some circumstances where consensus from two qualified clinicians is needed to support access to Department for Education (public school) services and accommodations.
Our clinicians are more likely to recommend a dual assessment when:
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the child is under 10 years of age;
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they have had limited involvement with other allied health professionals, meaning there is less developmental information available;
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they have previously undergone an autism assessment but did not receive a diagnosis despite ongoing concerns; or
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there are additional factors that may make the diagnostic picture more complex, such as an intellectual disability, developmental differences, complex trauma, or other co-occurring neurodevelopmental presentations.
For these reasons, we generally recommend dual assessments for all children under 10 years of age, as they provide the most comprehensive understanding of a child's presentation and support needs.
For adolescents and adults, a comprehensive assessment completed by a single appropriately trained psychologist is sufficient in most cases. A dual assessment is generally only recommended where there are additional complexities, previous inconclusive assessments, or diagnostic uncertainty that would benefit from input from both disciplines.
If you're unsure whether a single or dual Autism assessment is the best option for you or your child, please get in touch. We're happy to discuss your circumstances and help you choose the assessment pathway that best meets your needs.
Price: $2,400
Updating an Autism (Asperger's) Diagnosis
If you received an autism diagnosis in childhood under the previous diagnosis of Asperger's Disorder, you may encounter difficulties accessing some supports and services, including the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), without documentation that reflects current diagnostic terminology.
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) is the classification system used by health professionals to diagnose mental health, neurodevelopmental, and cognitive conditions. When the DSM-5 was introduced in 2013, the separate diagnosis of Asperger's Disorder was removed and incorporated into the broader diagnosis of Autism. Individuals previously diagnosed with Asperger's Disorder are now understood to meet the criteria for Autism, with support needs described using the current diagnostic framework (Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3).
Unfortunately, this change has created confusion for some individuals, service providers, and funding bodies, and many people with historical Asperger's diagnoses find they are asked to provide updated documentation to access appropriate supports.
Our clinicians can review your previous diagnostic assessment, complete an updated clinical interview and assessment of your current adaptive functioning, and prepare a concise report that aligns your previous diagnosis with current DSM-5 diagnostic terminology. This documentation can assist when accessing services, funding, educational supports, or other accommodations that require contemporary diagnostic language.
Price on application. Please contact us for a quote.
Payment Options
Assessment fees are payable as below:
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Payment 1: $100 deposit within 24 hours to secure the appointment
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Payment 2: 50% of the assessment fee is due 7 days prior to the first session
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Payment 3: 50% assessment fee is is due upon completion of the report, and prior to its release (approx. 3 weeks after the final session).
We aim to make assessments as accessible as possible and offer several payment options.
Private Payment
Assessments can be privately funded and paid directly through our practice.
PayPal – Pay in 4
PayPal is available as a payment option and allows eligible clients to use Pay in 4, which splits the cost into four interest-free payments. This can make larger assessment fees more manageable.
NDIS Funding
Assessments may be funded through the NDIS for self-managed or plan-managed participants, depending on the goals in your plan. Please contact us if you are unsure whether your funding may apply. *NDIS do not fund diagnostic assessments.
Invoices and Payment Plans
Invoices will be provided for all services. Please speak with our team if you would like to discuss payment options prior to booking.
Please note, payments via credit card will incur a 1.9% surcharge fee. Payments via direct deposit prior to due dates will not incur a surcharge.
Family Assessment
A family assessment is a professional assessment undertaken to assist a court and/or the parties decide on parenting arrangements for children . This can be asked for by the Youth Court (when a child or young person is at risk) or Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (when with separated parents/caregivers there is not an agreement about the care arrangements between the parents).
For further information visit the Family Court of Australia website.
How is a family assessment conducted?
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A family consultant or Court Child Expert conducts the assessment
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The assessment includes interviews with parents, children, and other relevant adults
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The assessment also includes a review of relevant documents
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The assessment considers the children's needs, views, and wishes
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The assessment considers the family's relationships and risk factors
What is the purpose of a family assessment?
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The assessment provides information about the children's views and needs
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The assessment provides information about the adults' attitudes and capacities
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The assessment provides recommendations to support final hearings
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The assessment helps the court and parties make decisions in the children's best interests
Price on application. Please contact us for a quote.
Parenting Capacity Assessment
The Department for Child Protection (DCP) in South Australia may request a parenting capacity assessment if they suspect a child is at risk of harm. The assessment is a core child protection task.
What does the assessment involve?
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A review of documents held by the DCP
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Interviews with the parent, child, and other relevant people
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Observations of the parent and family
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Psychometric testing, such as risk assessments, parenting inventories, and cognitive evaluations
What is the purpose of the assessment?
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To understand the risk to the child
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To identify the strengths and weaknesses of the parent's parenting
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To recommend actions to keep the child safe and meet their needs
Price on application. Please contact us for a quote.
Please note that any requests related to legal assessments, court reports, or documentation intended for legal purposes must be made directly through your attorney or legal representative. As psychologists, our role is focused on clinical evaluation and therapeutic services. For any legal guidance or representation, please consult with a qualified attorney.
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