ADHD Assessment
An ADHD Assessment can be a big and nerve-wracking step. Especially for adults who have made it this far without diagnosis or treatment. But it is never too late to make the step towards a life that is more manageable and understandable. Our goal is to make this process as pain free as possible.
ADHD Assessment
$1500 + GST
ADHD assessment at NZ Psychology clinic are comprehensive, evidence-based, and conducted by a registered Clinical Psychologist. The process begins with an online video consultation lasting 1.5–2 hours. Prior to the interview, you will receive an email containing links to a consent form, ADHD-specific assessment tools, a general mental health screening, and a brief background questionnaire. These empirically validated tools, combined with the clinical interview, provide the Psychologist with a detailed understanding of your symptoms, history, and functioning.
Based on this information, the Psychologist will determine whether diagnostic criteria for ADHD are met. Following the assessment, you will receive an official psychological report. This report is a thorough document that explains the rationale behind the diagnosis and includes key findings from the interview and assessments. Official diagnostic reports are often required by medical professionals, educational institutions, or support services as part of their eligibility criteria. However, it is important to note that receiving a diagnosis does not guarantee access to these services, as decisions are made by the respective organisations.
Our assessment process adheres to the highest standards of clinical practice, ensuring reliable and valid evaluations tailored to your unique needs.
ADHD Assessment FAQs
What are the diagnostic criteria for ADHD?
| Criteria | Description |
| Inattentive | Six (or more) of the following symptoms persist for at least 6 months to a degree inconsistent with developmental level and that negatively impacts social, academic, or occupational functioning: – Fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes. – Difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play. – Does not seem to listen when spoken to directly. – Does not follow through on instructions or fails to finish tasks. – Difficulty organising tasks and activities. – Avoids or dislikes tasks requiring sustained mental effort. – Often loses things needed for tasks and activities. – Easily distracted by extraneous stimuli. Forgetful in daily activities. |
| Hyperactivity & Impulsivity | Six (or more) of the following symptoms persist for at least 6 months: – Fidgets or taps hands/feet, squirms in seat. – Leaves seat when remaining seated is expected. – Runs or climbs in inappropriate situations (in teens/adults, may feel restless). – Unable to play or engage in leisure activities quietly. – “On the go,” acts as if driven by a motor. – Talks excessively. – Blurts out answers before questions are completed. – Difficulty waiting their turn. – Interrupts or intrudes on others. |
| Onset and Impact | – Several symptoms must be present before age 12. – Symptoms must occur in two or more settings (e.g., home, school, work). – Symptoms interfere with or reduce the quality of social, academic, or occupational functioning. – Symptoms are not better explained by another mental disorder. |
What happens if I am not diagnosed with ADHD
We do try to avoid this outcome by providing a brief ADHD screen prior to assessment to ensure you are experiencing some ADHD traits. However, it is possible for people to go through the full ADHD assessment and not receive a diagnosis. This can be due to failing to meet the required minimum number of ADHD symptoms, or that ADHD symptoms are better explained by a different diagnosis, consideration, or factor. In both cases, you will be provided with information that is just as helpful as a diagnosis. This will include recommendations to manage the ADHD traits you have, and pathways to help explore and treat the alternative diagnoses/factors that have been found.
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