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Cognitive
Assessments
Used to determine a child’s learning capabilities by identifying their cognitive strengths and weaknesses. When interpreted in combination with comprehensive background information, parent interviews and/or teacher consultations, the results can provide a profile which assists with the development of individualised intervention and learning plans.
Educational
Assessments
Do you feel your child has barriers to their learning, attention skills or general processing that you’re unable to pinpoint? A full neuropsychological/ cognitive assessment will determine your child’s unique profile of strengths and weaknesses. Core issues will be identified so that treatment recommendations can be precise and targeted, leading to better long-term outcomes. Correct diagnosis is essential, but identifying the causes of the learning issues is key to properly planning out a treatment plan.
ADHD
Assessments
Kids can experience challenging behaviours or inattentiveness at all ages and at all levels of ability. An accurate assessment that will assist in differentiating these difficulties from other childhood conditions such as learning difficulties, anxiety, and depression is an important
step in developing the right treatment plan.
School Readiness
Assessments
Many parents fear their children are not cognitively, socially or emotionally ready for school and consider holding their children back. A three-hour consultation is all it takes to ease your worries and provide you with objective data to make an informed decision.
Specific Learning
Difficulties
Dyslexia Assessment
Dyscalculia Assessment
Dysgraphia Assessment
Professional
Accreditation
Member of
Australian
Psychological Society
Member of
International Dyslexia
Association
Member of
Australian Dyslexia
Association
Member of
Dyslexia – SPELD
Foundation
Member of
SPELD
NSW
Member of
Society of Vocational
Psychology
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Common
Questions
Do I need a referral for my child to be assessed?
Unfortunately, Medicare does not cover the cost of any type of assessment. However, if you have private health insurance which covers psychological services, you may be eligible for a rebate.
What does a typical assessment process involve?
Typically, an assessment involves a clinical interview with the parent, assessment with the child, review of relevant reports, interpretation and report writing and a parent feedback session. Following the session we are happy to liaise with relevant future professionals. The overall assessment has three main components: the parent interview, the testing session and the report as a form of feedback.
What type of assessment does my child need?
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What happens during an assessment?
- Our office will be in contact with you to discuss the assessment and start the process with ‘information gathering’. This may include emailing you forms to fill out before the assessment.
- The next step is a clinical interview with you and/or your child. Depending on circumstances, this may be completed before or on the day of the assessment.
- On the day of the assessment, you and your child will meet with your clinician to complete the assessments (tests).
- Then, your clinician will interpret the tests, look at all the information gathered and summarise this into a comprehensive report with recommendations. Please note this step does not happen on the day of assessment.
How long is your waitlist?
As we are predominantly an assessment practice, our wait times are significantly shorter than other providers. Currently, we aim to see you within 4 weeks.
Please call us to book a suitable day and time.
How long will it take to receive my report?
Once all information is received and test results are submitted, we require 2.5 weeks to complete your report.
When and where are the assessments conducted?
Assessments are usually conducted during the week in school hours, both during school terms and school holidays.
Typically, assessments are conducted at our office in Rouse Hill, although we do travel to schools, preschools and clients’ homes throughout Sydney for some assessments as well.
What to tell your child?
Parents are often concerned about what to tell their children before the assessment. As with most aspects of the assessment, it depends on the purpose of the assessment and the age of the child.
With older children over 7 or 8 years, there is no need for “white lies” and parents should have an upfront discussion about why they would like their child to be assessed.
With younger children, particularly around 3 – 4 years of age, parents may want to tell them that they will be doing some puzzles with a “puzzle teacher”. Try not to put too much emphasis on the testing process, the more relaxed the children on the day of the assessment, the more representative their results.
How much does an assessment cost?
We pride ourselves in offering affordable and competitive prices. All assessments are designed to meet the individual needs of clients. Assessments can range from approximately 1-5 hours and up to 5hrs. All assessments come with a report with recommendations and feedback.
Please call us on 0425 269 658 to discuss appointment times and pricing.