ADHD and Autism Assessments
We provide comprehensive ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder assessments for children and adults at The Cognitive Health Clinic in Gledswood Hills.
Our assessments use evidence-based and gold standard tools to help clarify whether ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, or related neurodevelopmental difficulties may be present. These assessments are designed to support accurate diagnosis, guide recommendations, and help families and individuals better understand strengths, challenges, and next steps.
Who this service is for
This service may be suitable for:
– children with attention, learning, social, behavioural, or emotional concerns
– adolescents needing diagnostic clarification
– adults seeking assessment for longstanding attention, executive functioning, or autism-related concerns
– families wanting clearer recommendations for school, home, work, or support planning
ADHD Assessment
Our ADHD assessments involve a comprehensive evaluation of attention, executive functioning, behaviour, development and everyday functioning.
Depending on the individual, assessment may include:
– comprehensive clinical interview
– developmental and educational history
– cognitive assessment
– behavioural assessment
– standardised ADHD questionnaires
– parent, teacher or partner questionnaires where appropriate
– review of relevant reports and records
– consideration of other conditions that may contribute to the person’s difficulties
Autism Assessment
Our autism assessments involve a comprehensive evaluation of developmental history, social communication, behaviour, cognition and everyday functioning.
Depending on the referral question and individual circumstances, assessment may include:
– comprehensive clinical and developmental interview
– cognitive assessment
– behavioural and psychological assessment
– parent, teacher or informant questionnaires
– review of developmental, educational and medical information
– gold-standard autism-specific assessment tools, including the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule – Second Edition (ADOS-2), where clinically appropriate
Why someone might seek assessment
Assessment may be helpful when there are concerns about:
– attention and concentration
– impulsivity or hyperactivity
– executive functioning and organisation
– social communication and interaction
– behavioural or emotional regulation
– learning or developmental differences
Your doctor may refer for a neuropsychology service when there are concerns about attention, problem-solving, neurodevelopmental issues, behaviour, or cognition.
Potential benefits
An assessment may help with:
– diagnostic clarification
– understanding cognitive strengths and areas of difficulty
– practical recommendations for school, home, work, or daily life
– guidance for treatment and support planning
– access to appropriate follow-up supports and interventions
Referrals and fees
Referrals can be made by doctors or clients via phone or email. Fees for assessments and services are available on our Services and Fees page.
Contact us
The Cognitive Health Clinic
Suite 7, Level 1, 1 Gregory Hills Dr, Gledswood Hills NSW 2557
Phone: (02) 4786 0492
Email: admin@tchclinic.com.au
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I bring to an ADHD or autism assessment?
Please bring any relevant medical, psychological, developmental, educational or previous assessment reports. For children and adolescents, school reports and information from teachers or other professionals may also be helpful. The Cognitive Health Clinic will advise if specific documents or questionnaires are required before your appointment.
Does an autism assessment include the ADOS-2?
Where clinically appropriate, an autism assessment may include the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule – Second Edition (ADOS-2). The ADOS-2 may form part of a broader assessment considering developmental history, social communication, behaviour, cognition and everyday functioning.
Will I receive a written report after an ADHD or autism assessment?
Yes. Following an ADHD or autism assessment, a written report is generally provided outlining the assessment findings, diagnostic conclusions where appropriate, and practical recommendations relevant to the individual.
Can ADHD and autism be assessed at the same time?
Where clinically appropriate, an assessment can consider both ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as other factors that may contribute to attention, executive functioning, behavioural, developmental or social difficulties.
Do you provide ADHD and autism assessments for both children and adults?
Yes. The Cognitive Health Clinic provides ADHD and autism assessments for children, adolescents and adults in Gledswood Hills, Sydney. The assessment process is tailored to the person’s age, circumstances and referral question.
Can an ADHD or autism assessment be relevant to the NDIS?
An ADHD or autism assessment may provide diagnostic and functional information that could be relevant to a NDIS application or planning process.
Completing an assessment does not guarantee a diagnosis, NDIS access, funding, or any particular outcome. Whether the assessment is suitable evidence will depend on the individual circumstances and the NDIA requirements in place at the time.
NDIS access and funding decisions are made by the NDIA.