Child & Adolescent Assessment — ADHD, Autism, Learning

Children & Adolescents

CHILD & Adolescent Assessments

Structured assessments for ADHD, autism, learning difficulties, and cognitive functioning. Evidence-based tools, school collaboration, and a written report at the end.

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Who this is for

IS THIS right for your child?

Assessments are suitable for children and adolescents where there are questions about development, learning, behaviour, or neurodivergence that haven’t yet been answered. No referral required — families can self-refer directly.

—Social communication differences

—Sensory sensitivities

—Attention, concentration or activity level differences

—Emotional or behavioural challenges

—Learning differences or uneven academic profiles

—Executive functioning challenges

—Developmental differences or divergent milestones

—Unclear or complex presentations you’d like clarity on

Where everything begins

PHASE 1 Intake & Formulation

Phase 1 is required for all child and adolescent assessments. Ella gathers information from multiple sources — parents, the child or adolescent, and school — to understand the full picture, strengths and differences included, before making any clinical recommendation.

Phase 1 does not commit you to a full diagnostic assessment. It’s the process of figuring out what the right pathway actually is.

You’re welcome to share how your family prefers to talk about your child’s neurodivergence — identity-first, person-first, or otherwise — and this will be reflected in how Ella works with your child and writes the report.

Phase 1 includes

—90-minute parent-only diagnostic interview

—Child or adolescent session (length varies by age and presentation)

—Structured phone consultation with your child’s school or teacher

—Review of background documents if available

—Clinical formulation and pathway recommendation

Phase 1 Fees

Parent session (90 min)	$405
Child/adolescent session (60 min)	$270
Additional adolescent sessions if required (60 min)	$270 per session
Document review	$150
Questionnaire administration and review	$60
Clinical formulation letter (if not proceeding to Part 2)	$250

Additional adolescent sessions are only booked on Ella’s recommendation. You will always be informed before any further appointments are scheduled or charged.

Formal assessment

PART 2 Assessment Options

All Part 2 fees are fixed and quoted in full before any assessment begins.

Child ADHD

ADHD
Assessment

$2,200

Fixed fee — quoted after Phase 1

Includes

—ADHD diagnostic interview (DIVA-5)

—Cognitive assessment (WISC-V)

—Parent and teacher questionnaires

—Comprehensive diagnostic report with recommendations

—Feedback session

Child ASD

AUTISM
Assessment

$2,900

Fixed fee — ADI-R included — without cognitive: −$405

Includes

—ADOS-2 autism observation

—ADI-R parent interview (included — no additional charge)

—Cognitive assessment (WISC-V)

—School and teacher input

—All relevant questionnaires

—Comprehensive diagnostic report

—Supervisor review and co-signature (required under national guidelines)

—Feedback session

Child Combined

COMBINED
ASD + ADHD

$3,550

Fixed fee — ADI-R included — without cognitive: −$405

Includes

—ADOS-2 autism observation

—ADI-R parent interview (included — no additional charge)

—DIVA-5 ADHD diagnostic interview

—Cognitive assessment (WISC-V)

—Integrated dual-diagnosis report (ASD and ADHD)

—Supervisor review and co-signature (required)

—Feedback session

Psychoeducational

PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL
Learning Difficulties

$2,700

Fixed fee — quoted after Phase 1

Includes

—Cognitive assessment (WISC-V)

—Academic achievement assessment (WIAT-III)

—Learning profile analysis

—Specific learning disorder assessment

—Comprehensive report with school recommendations

—Feedback session

Cognitive & Adaptive

COGNITIVE &
Adaptive Assessment

$1,600

Fixed fee — quoted after Phase 1

Includes

—Cognitive assessment (WISC-V)

—Adaptive functioning measures

—Written report

—Feedback session

Under 6

DEVELOPMENTAL
Assessment (Griffiths III)

$1,600

Fixed fee — quoted after Phase 1 — usually across 2 appointments

Includes

—Griffiths III developmental assessment

—Adaptive functioning measures

—Written report

—Feedback session

For children under 6. Griffiths III replaces WISC-V as the developmental measure for this age group.

After diagnosis

SCHOOL FUNDING & the NDIS

All autism assessments are completed in line with the National Guideline for the Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism in Australia. Reports are reviewed and co-signed by an endorsed psychologist, meeting the Lead Practitioner single-clinician pathway.

This means Ella’s reports are generally accepted by the NDIS and WA school funding bodies, though final decisions always rest with those agencies.

WA school funding (IDA)

—A comprehensive autism diagnostic assessment and report, and

—Evidence from at least one additional practitioner from a different discipline (paediatrician, speech pathologist, occupational therapist, or another psychologist)

NDIS access

—Ella’s autism reports are written to meet the NDIS evidentiary standard

Ella will advise during the feedback session on what additional documentation your specific situation may require.

Getting ready

BEFORE YOUR Appointment

A few things to have ready before Phase 1. None of it is essential — bring what you can and Ella will work with it.

Complete the background intake form

Admin will send this before your first appointment. It allows Phase 1 to focus on what matters rather than collecting basic information from scratch.

Gather relevant documents

School reports, allied health reports, previous assessments, medical summaries. Bring what you have — don’t worry if you don’t have everything.

Let the school know

Ella may contact your child’s school or teacher after Phase 1 for a brief phone consultation. It helps to give them a heads up.

If your child is anxious

Let admin know in advance. Adjustments can be made to help your child feel comfortable before and during the appointment.

Telehealth (if applicable)

Ensure you are in a quiet, private space with a stable internet connection. Full payment is required the business day prior.

Get started

START WITH Phase 1.

No referral required. Phase 1 is the starting point — from there, Ella will recommend the right pathway for your child.

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