Assessment Services
At Blueprint Psychology, we provide neuroaffirming, evidence-based psychological assessments for children, adolescents and adults. Our assessments aim to help individuals and families better understand their strengths, challenges and individual needs, with practical recommendations to support learning, wellbeing and everyday life.
We recognise that everyone is different, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to assessment. We work collaboratively with clients to understand their concerns, goals and circumstances, and tailor our recommendations accordingly.
A Collaborative Team Approach
Our assessments are supported by a dedicated assessment team. Our psychologists work together to review findings, consider different perspectives and possible explanations, and make carefully considered diagnostic decisions. This collaborative approach helps ensure our assessments are thorough, clinically robust and informed by all available information.
We also recognise that more testing does not necessarily mean a better assessment. Our aim is to recommend only what is clinically appropriate, considering existing information and avoiding unnecessary assessment wherever possible.
What We Offer
Comprehensive Autism Assessments
Our comprehensive autism assessments explore developmental history, social communication, sensory experiences, patterns of behaviour, adaptive functioning and individual strengths and support needs. Depending on the individual, assessment may include clinical interviews, standardised tools such as the ADOS-2 and ADI-R, adaptive functioning measures and information from family members, educators or other relevant professionals.
These assessments are generally conducted in person across several sessions and may be recommended where a more detailed evaluation is appropriate.
Targeted Neuroaffirming Autism Assessments
We also offer a more targeted autism assessment pathway, which may be appropriate for individuals who do not require the full range of assessment components. These assessments may use tools such as the MIGDAS-2 and can be conducted in person or via video, depending on individual needs.
This pathway may involve fewer sessions and lower costs, while still incorporating a careful review of developmental history, current presentation and diagnostic criteria.
Both pathways are neuroaffirming and supported by our collaborative assessment team. We discuss the most appropriate option during the initial consultation.
ADHD Assessments
Our ADHD assessments explore attention, concentration, impulsivity, executive functioning and their impact across different areas of life, including home, education and work. Assessment may involve structured clinical interviews, standardised questionnaires, developmental history and information from people who know the individual well. Cognitive assessment may also be recommended where clinically appropriate.
Please note that we do not have medical practitioners onsite and cannot prescribe medication.
We can work collaboratively with external psychiatrists, paediatricians and GPs as part of a person's broader assessment and treatment planning. We recommend checking with your medical practitioner about their requirements and whether they will accept an existing psychological assessment before proceeding.
Cognitive and Educational Assessments
Our cognitive and educational assessments help identify individual learning profiles, intellectual strengths and difficulties, intellectual disability, giftedness and specific learning disorders. Depending on the referral question, assessments may include cognitive testing, academic achievement measures and adaptive functioning assessments.
Findings can assist with educational planning, reasonable adjustments and recommendations for appropriate support.
NDIS Assessments
We provide psychological assessments to help clarify cognitive and adaptive functioning, the impact of disability on everyday life and individual support needs. Where appropriate, our reports include practical recommendations that may assist with NDIS access requests, plan reviews and support planning.
Assessment findings do not guarantee NDIS eligibility or funding approval.
Assessment cost and process
What does the assessment cost?
We understand that psychological assessments can be a significant investment of time and money. Our aim is to make the process clear, collaborative and tailored to your individual circumstances.
We offer a range of assessment options, with the type and extent of assessment determined following an initial consultation. Rather than recommending a standard assessment package for everyone, we consider your concerns, existing information and what you hope to gain from the assessment. We aim to avoid unnecessary testing while ensuring the assessment is sufficiently thorough to address your needs.
What's Included?
Your initial consultation includes:
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A clinical intake interview with one of our Lead Psychologists.
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Review of your concerns, relevant background information and existing assessment history.
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Screening questionnaires where appropriate.
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A personalised letter outlining recommended next steps and assessment options.
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An optional brief video follow-up (up to 10 minutes) to clarify recommendations or answer questions.
Where you proceed with an assessment, your agreed assessment fee includes the recommended assessment components, interpretation of findings, a written psychological assessment report, a separate diagnostic confirmation letter where a diagnosis is established, and a 30-minute feedback session. There is no obligation to proceed with further assessment following your initial consultation. We provide a written assessment proposal and agreement so you can review your options and costs before making a decision.
These prices are indicative and exclude the initial consultation fee. Your individual assessment requirements and costs will be discussed following your intake appointment. Additional assessment, where required, will be discussed and quoted separately.
Autism assessment
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Assessment Intake Interview - $290
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Autism assessment: $2,295–$3,060
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Including 30min report feedback, report and diagnostic letter
ADHD Assessment
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Assessment Intake Interview - $290
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ADHD assessment: $1,785–$2,550
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Including 30min report feedback, report and diagnostic letter.
Cognitive Assessment
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Assessment Intake Interview - $290
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Cognitive assessment: $1,530–$2,550
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Including 30min report feedback, report & diagnostic letter
Our Process
1. Initial Consultation
We begin with an intake consultation with one of our Lead Psychologists, Priya or Vittoria.
This appointment allows us to understand your concerns, personal and developmental history, previous assessments and what you hope to gain from the process. We may also use screening questionnaires to help identify areas that warrant further exploration.
2. Personalised Recommendations
Following your consultation, we provide a written letter outlining our recommendations and suggested next steps. This may include a recommendation for further assessment, alternative supports or referrals, or advice that additional assessment may not be necessary at this stage. Where assessment is recommended, we explain the proposed approach and provide a personalised quote. We also offer an optional brief video follow-up (up to 10 minutes) if you have questions about the recommendations or assessment options.
3. Considering Your Options
We understand that deciding whether to proceed with assessment is an important personal and financial decision. You will receive a written assessment agreement outlining the proposed assessment and associated costs, with time to review the information and consider your options. There is no pressure or obligation to proceed. Assessment appointments are only arranged once you have decided to go ahead and returned your signed agreement.
4. Assessment Sessions
Your assessment is tailored to your needs and may include clinical interviews, standardised assessments, questionnaires and information from family members, educators or other relevant professionals, with appropriate consent. Our assessment team works collaboratively to review findings, consider possible alternative explanations and reach well-informed clinical conclusions. We aim to make the assessment process as comfortable and accessible as possible, while gathering the information needed to provide meaningful findings and recommendations.
5. Report and Diagnostic Findings
Once your assessment is complete, we prepare a comprehensive written report outlining the assessment findings, clinical conclusions and practical recommendations. Where a diagnosis is established, we also provide a separate diagnostic confirmation letter. Our reports aim to provide a clear understanding of individual strengths, challenges and support needs, with recommendations relevant to everyday life, education, work or other areas of functioning.
6. Feedback and Next Steps
Your assessment includes a 30-minute feedback session with your psychologist to discuss the findings, answer questions and explore recommendations. We want you to leave the assessment process with a clear understanding of the results and how they may help guide future decisions, supports or treatment.
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