PSYCHOLOGY ASSESSMENTS BY LORRAINE FOY
BOOKING AN ASSESSMENT
To organise any of the below assessments simply contact us via the contact me box or send an email to info@chatterboxpsychology.com.au.
ADHD ASSESSMENT
The Conners 4 or CBRS provide a comprehensive assessment of ADHD and the WISC-V provides a full cognitive profile (IQ). The psychometric assessment evaluates cognitive strengths and weaknesses, and assists with provision of appropriate recommendations to the school and family. These assessments provide an indication of whether there is sufficient evidence to meet a diagnosis of ADHD.
COST: $1490
Cognitive, academic and ADHD assessment
The Conners 4 or CBRS, WISC-V and WIAT-III provide comprehensive screening for ADHD, cognitive profile (IQ), and academic achievement. Psychometric assessment assists with provision of appropriate recommendations to the school and family. Academic assessment can help understand the learning profile of a child and consider whether a learning disorder is indicated.
COST: $1980
Cognitive profiling and academic assessment
The WISC-V and WIAT-III provide information about cognitive strengths and weaknesses to assist with understanding a child’s intellectual ability. Academic assessment can help with understanding the learning profile of a child, or assess whether learning disorders are indicated.
COST: $1650
Cognitive profiling
The WISC-V is a cognitive assessment that measures a child’s intellect across 5 cognitive domains. The WISC-V provides information about a child’s cognitive strengths and weaknesses. This assessment can assist with diagnosis of an intellectual impairment or giftedness.
COST: $880
Academic achievement assessment
The WIAT-III can assist with understanding the learning profile of a child and aid in determining the presence of learning disorders.
COST: $990
Autism screening
The ASRS and SRS-2 were developed to identify symptoms and behaviours consistent with Autism Spectrum Disorder. This assessment will not provide a diagnosis but it will assist with the decision to pursue comprehensive assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorder which can be lengthy and costly.
COST: $490
Adaptive behaviour assessment
The ABAS-3 is often required by NDIS and provides information about adaptive functioning and therapeutic goals.
COST: $490
The nitty gritty of assessment information
NOTE
All assessments include a brief parent meeting via phone or telehealth to gather information. A written report will be provided, and you will be offered a 20 minute feedback session via zoom to discuss the assessment results.
The Conners assessments
The Conners 4 or the Conners Behaviour Rating Scales (CBRS) screen for ADHD, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, Conduct Disorder, and common co-occurring disorders such as anxiety and depression. Questionnaires are completed by a parent and teacher. Adolescents can complete a self-report questionnaire where appropriate. These are administered and completed via online links.
Cognitive profiling
The Wechsler intelligence Scale for Children-Fifth edition involves a face-to-face appointment with a psychologist who administers the assessment via iPads. These standardised procedures assess intellect across five domains. The results can be helpful to understand how a child learns, and their cognitive strengths and weaknesses.
Academic achievement testing
The Wechsler Individual Achievement Test-Third edition is a standardised academic achievement test measuring listening, speaking, reading, writing, and mathematics. This assessment involves a face-to-face appointment with a psychologist who administers this assessment via iPads to assess academic achievement.
Autism Screening
The Autism Spectrum Rating Scales (ASRS) identifies symptoms, behaviours and associated features of Autism Spectrum Disorders in children and adolescents. A family member and teacher are asked to complete an online questionnaire about the child.
The Social Responsiveness Scale (SRS-2) measure the social ability of children and adolescents. A family member and teacher are asked to complete an online questionnaire about the child.
Adaptive behaviour assessment
The Adaptive Behaviour Assessment System (ABAS-3) assesses daily living skills, development, learning, and behavioural strengths and weaknesses. A family member and teacher are asked to complete an online questionnaire about the child. Adolescents can complete a self-report questionnaire where appropriate.