Diagnostic Assessments for Privately Paid Clients
Diagnostic Assessments Services
Autism and ADHD Diagnostic Assessments
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Assessments
Specific Learning Disorder (SLD) Diagnostic Assessments
Autism and ADHD Diagnostic Assessments
Overview of the Assessment
DivergAntz Collective provides comprehensive Diagnostic Assessment Reports and Confirmation of Diagnosis of Autism and ADHD. Our multidisciplinary team of Clinical Psychologists, Social Workers, and Developmental Educators conduct these assessments, meeting the NDIS and QLD Education requirements for both children and adults.
It is the same cost to assess Autism or ADHD as it assesses both. There is no additional charge, nor reduction in charges to only assess one of these neurological conditions, or to assess both at the same time.
Purpose and Benefits
The key benefits of accessing a Diagnostic Assessment through a Neurodivergent Affirming service provider like us is that:
- The process will be affirming and promote your authentic self.
- The methods we use are positive and safe and the practitioners are neurodivergent themselves.
- The tools we use, such as the MIGDAS-2 (Autism) are considered to be most the most neurodivergent affirming diagnostic tools available.
- Our multidisciplinary team accesses frequent and ongoing professional development and is supported by industry leaders in the neurodivergent affirming and Actually Autistic movement across Australia.
The assessment identifies sensory needs and behavioural patterns common in Autistic individuals, promoting neurodivergent affirmative understanding and helping clients become more aware of their sensory needs. Following diagnosis, clients can apply for NDIS funding or school-based support.
Assessment Process
The process involves an initial telehealth consultation, a session (face-to-face or telehealth), questionnaires completed by the client, review of all existing reports and information, sometimes participation with a family member or friend, review within our multidisciplinary clinical team, including finalised confirmation by our highly skilled Clinical Psychologist with a Doctor of Psychology.
Pricing and Fees
- Total cost is capped at $1,650.00 (cost increase is only due to GST, no other price difference between NDIS and private services).
- Non-NDIS / Privately paying client services are subject to GST
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Assessment
Overview of the Assessment
DivergAntz Collective’s Diagnostic Assessments regarding PTSD are able to identify signs and characteristics of this condition, acknowledging the distinct challenges and situations that neurodivergent individuals may experience.
These assessments are carried out by our team of Psychologists which includes a member of our team with a Doctor of Psychology, which is the highest level qualification possible in this field.
Purpose and Benefits
The purpose of the PTSD Assessment is to diagnose and understand the depth and impact of PTSD within the context of neurodiversity. It benefits individuals by identifying the specific symptoms and needs they have, which can then inform a personalised treatment plan. This assessment ensures that the unique ways neurodivergent individuals may experience, and express symptoms of PTSD are recognised and appropriately addressed.
Assessment Process
The assessment process includes a thorough clinical evaluation that encompasses interviews, self-report measures, and observation. It may also involve discussions with caregivers or family members when appropriate. The assessment looks at various aspects of the individual’s mental health, including but not limited to, their trauma history, symptom presentation, coping strategies, and current functional impact.
Pricing and Fees
- Total cost is capped at $2,200.00 (cost increase is only due to GST, no other price difference between NDIS and private services).
- Non-NDIS / Privately paying client services are subject to GST
Specific Learning Disorder (SLD) Diagnostic Assessments
Overview of the Assessment
The SLD Diagnostic Assessment includes assessing children or adults for significant challenges in learning and using academic skills. These difficulties are characterised under three primary specifiers: with impairment in reading (Dyslexia), with impairment in written expression (Dysgraphia), and with impairment in mathematics (Dyscalculia).
Purpose and Benefits
This assessment is conducted within 2 years of a sufficient Cognitive Assessment being completed by a relevant professional. A Cognitive Assessment is a necessary first step and if there has not been one completed, this will need to be done at an additional cost.
- For impairment in reading, the assessment focuses on word reading accuracy, reading rate or fluency, and reading comprehension.
- Impairment in written expression is identified through spelling accuracy, grammar and punctuation accuracy, and the clarity or organisation of written expression.
- For impairment in mathematics, the assessment evaluates number sense, memorisation of arithmetic facts, accurate or fluent calculation, and accurate math reasoning.
Assessment Process
DivergAntz Collective has a team of allied health professionals who facilitate SLD Assessments. The process involves a Cognitive Assessment followed by an Educational Assessment, which involves a clinical review of the individual’s history, observations, and response to interventions. The allied health team will prepare a report with the findings.
Pricing and Fees
- Specific Learning Disability Assessment Total cost is capped at $2200 which includes GST (cost increase is only due to GST, no other price difference between NDIS and private services).
- Non-NDIS / Privately paying client services are subject to GST
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