At ANIMA, our assessments are conducted by Clinical Psychologists and Neuropsychologists who have completed a minimum of eight years of specialised training in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating complex mental health, and neurodevelopmental and brain-based conditions.

Assessments

What you can expect

We believe in a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach that considers the whole person. Our assessments aim to provide a comprehensive understanding of how neurological factors influence an individual's cognitive abilities, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life. We utilise a holistic methodology, combining standardised tests, interviews, and observations to explore the complex relationship between brain function and behaviour.

Our goal is to empower our patients to achieve their optimal outcomes.

We offer assessments and diagnostic clarification for children (ages 5 and up), adolescents, adults and older adults, including:

Autism
Education Difficulties and Specific Learning Disorders (SLD's) include: Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and Dyscalculia
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Intellectual Disability (ID)
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Neurodegenerative Disorders (Dementias)

Important: Although we can provide a comprehensive picture of your current difficulties. However, we are unable to prescribe medication. If you require medication, including stimulants, you will need to see your treating Paediatrician or Psychiatrist

Adult Assessments

During this 50-60 minute consultation we will explore your concerns, answer questions, discuss the assessment process, and recommend the next steps.
During this 3.5- hour comprehensive diagnostic interview we will gather detailed information of your developmental history, current circumstances, and presenting difficulties.

**Cognitive Assessment: A Cognitive Assessment may be recommended by the assessor to be conducted on a separate day (approximately 3.5 hours) .
A 30-minute online feedback session will be scheduled approximately 4-5 weeks post-assessment to discuss the findings with you.
Approximately 5-6 weeks after the assessment, we provide you (and referrers) with a comprehensive report outlining the assessment findings, including diagnostic information, and personalised treatment recommendations.

**Cognitive Assessment may be recommended by the assessor to be conducted on a separate day (approximately 3.5 hours).

Child & Adolescent Assessments

At ANIMA, we understand that every child is unique. Our assessments consider all aspects of your child’s life and experiences to provide a comprehensive understanding of their individual needs.

Neurocognitive assessments are a valuable tool for understanding your child's unique learning profile. Our assessments go beyond a single focus, exploring a wide range of neurodevelopmental and psychological factors. We carefully evaluate their strengths and assess for ADHD, and specific learning difficulties like reading, writing, mathematics, and social-emotional development. We will then provide you with tailored recommendations in a comprehensive report to help your child's journey to successful academic and personal life.

During this 50-60 minute consultation we will explore you or your child’s concerns, answer questions, discuss the assessment process, and recommend the next steps.
We will invite you and your child for a 2-4 hour in depth assessment to explore your child's areas of strengths, challenges and learning patterns.
A 30-minute online feedback session will be scheduled approximately 4-5 weeks post-assessment to discuss the findings with you.
Approximately 5-6 weeks after the assessment, we provide you (and referrers) with a comprehensive report outlining the assessment findings, including diagnostic information, and personalised treatment recommendations.

Autism Assessments

Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects communication, social interaction, and behaviour.

We understand that navigating these concerns can feel overwhelming. Our experienced team offers comprehensive autism assessments, tailored to you or your child’s unique needs. We work closely with families and provide personalised support, recommendations, and NDIS-ready reports* to help you understand you or your child’s strengths and challenges and access the resources they need to thrive.

What you can expect

A 60-minute consultation (Preferably via Video Conference) will be conducted to discuss your specific concerns and determine the most appropriate assessment pathway.
Prior to your pre-assessment consultation, you will be asked to complete a series of questionnaires, for you or your child, including a social history form, so we can best understand your needs (Please allow at least 60 mins for this). We may also ask for the details of a person who knows you well (for adult assessments) to also complete some questionnaires.
- We encourage you to provide any relevant reports or documentation relevant to your assessment.
This in-person appointment will involve a comprehensive 2-3 hour assessment to gather detailed information regarding you or your child’s developmental history, current circumstances, and presenting difficulties.
*The assessing clinician may recommend additional cognitive testing as part of the assessment which would involve an additional in-person appointment that will take approximately 3 hours.
A 30-minute online feedback session will be scheduled approximately 4-5 weeks post-assessment to discuss the findings with you.
Approximately 5-6 weeks after the assessment, we provide you (and referrers) with a comprehensive NDIS-ready* report outlining the assessment findings, including diagnostic information, and personalised treatment recommendations.

*Not all conditions will attract NDIS funding. For more information, please visit for further information:

1. https://ourguidelines.ndis.gov.au/home/becoming-participant/applying-ndis/list-conditions-are-likely-meet-disability-requirements

2. https://www.ndis.gov.au/understanding/how-ndis-works/psychosocial-disability

To secure your pre-assessment consultation, a deposit payment is required, upon receipt of the deposit, we will send the relevant intake forms and questionnaires.
Our practice is conveniently located at 170 Cambridge Street, West Leederville.
With a valid referral from a psychiatrist or paediatrician, you may be eligible (under the age of 25 years) for Medicare rebates on all assessment appointments at $96.65 each.
With a GP Mental Health Care Plan, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate on the Pre-Assessment Consultation

You may also be eligible for rebates from your Private Health Insurance.

Contact us for the current fee schedule.