Adult ADHD assessment, a clear answer either way.

No. Online screeners are useful indicators but they're not a diagnosis. Adult ADHD shares features with anxiety, depression, trauma and sleep disorders. A formal assessment looks at the full clinical picture so you don't end up on the wrong treatment.

It helps. We ask about developmental and school history, and where possible we invite you to bring along observations from a parent or someone who knew you well as a child. If that's not available, we work with what we have. It doesn't rule you out.

If a stimulant or non-stimulant is clinically appropriate, our psychiatrist can initiate it at the assessment appointment. Titration could take several weeks, with reviews built in. Your GP takes over ongoing prescribing once you're stable.

You still get a full psychiatric assessment, a written summary, and clear next steps. Often that includes a referral somewhere more suitable, like anxiety treatment, an autism assessment, or psychology.

Your first appointment is preferably in person at our Melbourne clinic. Review appointments during dose adjustment and ongoing care can be telehealth, which works well once we know you.

A full adult ADHD assessment (across multiple appointments, including a medication review before GP handover) is $1,750. Medicare rebates apply for eligible patients with a current GP or Nurse Practitioner referral, with estimated out-of-pocket of $1,046–$1,326. Payment is required in advance for each appointment. The full fee schedule is on our Fees page, and we are always happy to discuss our Fees with you before booking an appointment. If appointments are required beyond an ADHD assessment, these additional costs will be discussed with you.