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Psychological & Neurodevelopmental Assessments In Shepparton & Geelong
Watching a child work hard at school and still struggle with reading or attention can leave you looking for a clearer explanation. Adults may have a similar question when organising everyday tasks takes far more effort than other people realise. Repeatedly explaining the difficulty can be tiring. An assessment starts with what you most want to understand and considers strengths alongside support needs, so the findings can guide practical decisions.
Registered psychologist and teacher Collette Caffrey offers psychological and neurodevelopmental assessments for children, adolescents and adults. Collette considers developmental history, everyday functioning and the question you hope to answer. When school is part of the picture, teaching experience helps make recommendations relevant to home and school. Appointments are available in Shepparton and Belmont, Geelong.
What A Psychological Assessment Can Help Clarify
An assessment brings together interviews, relevant records and standardised measures to clarify strengths and support needs. Findings may inform educational supports, treatment planning and an understanding of everyday functioning. Where appropriate, they may assist with diagnostic clarification. A report can inform a funding application; the relevant agency makes the funding decision.
Assessment Questions For Children & Adults
Parents may ask why a child is finding reading, classroom work or friendships difficult. Adults may enquire about attention, memory or managing daily tasks. A GP, paediatrician, school or funding body may also have a specific question. Tell us what you need the assessment to address when you enquire.
Types Of Psychological & Neurodevelopmental Assessments
Depending on the referral question, the assessment may focus on:
Cognitive and intellectual ability
Educational achievement and learning needs
Autism
ADHD
Functional capacity and adaptive functioning
Memory and other areas of cognitive functioning
Emotional, behavioural and mental health concerns
We’ll select relevant tools after the intake, when the purpose of the assessment is clear.
Choosing The Right Assessment
We’ll look at the referral question, age, history and information already available before planning the assessment. Previous reports, school information and medical records can help avoid repeating work or overlooking useful context.
Make an enquiry
Call 0456 410 183 or send an enquiry online.
What To Expect During The Assessment Process
Intake & Assessment Planning
We’ll ask about developmental, medical and personal history, current concerns, strengths and any relevant injuries or medications. Collette develops a formulation with you and explains the assessment plan, including which appointments and supporting information may be needed.
Consent & Relevant Records
Before formal assessment appointments are confirmed, we’ll ask for your consent, any referral relevant to your pathway, and medical, developmental, school or allied health reports you already have. We’ll explain which documents would help answer the assessment question.
Interviews, Measures & Supporting Information
The assessment may include interviews, standardised measures, observation and questionnaires. With consent, we may consider information from family, schools, GPs, paediatricians or allied health professionals. The number of appointments and timeframe depend on the question and the information needed.
Feedback, Written Report & Recommendations
At the end, you’ll receive a feedback appointment and written report setting out the findings, strengths, support needs and practical recommendations. Diagnostic conclusions are included where appropriate. With your consent, a tailored letter or report may be shared with a nominated professional, school or funding agency.
Assessment Fees, Funding & Locations
Assessment Costs & Private Deposits
Psychological and neurodevelopmental assessments are usually quoted at $2,000 to $3,000, depending on the plan. For a private assessment, a 50 per cent deposit of the agreed cost is required before the assessment begins. We’ll explain the remaining payment arrangements during intake.
Funding Arrangements
Assessment funding and Medicare eligibility vary. Tell us if NDIS, TAC, WorkSafe, FAS or another funding pathway applies so we can explain the relevant process. Where an agency is involved, we’ll prepare a quote for approval before proceeding.
Assessment Rooms In Shepparton & Belmont
Assessments are available at 174 Corio Street, Shepparton, and at Belmont Counselling Rooms, 44 Mt Pleasant Rd, Belmont. Saturday appointments in Belmont prioritise assessments. Get directions to Shepparton · Get directions to Belmont
Emergency & Crisis Support
This psychology practice doesn’t provide crisis or emergency services, and messages may not be reviewed immediately.
If you or another person is in immediate danger, call 000 or attend the nearest hospital emergency department. For confidential crisis support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Enquire About A Psychological Assessment
Tell us the question you need answered and any referral or funding details you have. Call 0456 410 183 or send an enquiry online. We’ll explain the intake, available locations and what documents would be useful before an assessment plan is confirmed.
Shepparton
174 Corio Street, Shepparton VIC 3630 Get directions
Geelong
Belmont Counselling Rooms, 44 Mt Pleasant Rd, Belmont (Saturdays) Get directions
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FAQ
FAQs About Psychological & Neurodevelopmental Assessments
Do I Need A Referral For A Psychological Assessment?
You can enquire directly. A referral may be useful when another professional or funding body has a particular assessment question or a funding pathway requires one.
Can Adults Arrange An ADHD Or Autism Assessment?
Collette welcomes assessment enquiries from adults as well as children and adolescents. Intake clarifies the question and the assessment plan for your circumstances.
How Long Does A Neurodevelopmental Assessment Take?
It depends on the assessment question, appointments and information needed from other people. We’ll discuss an estimated timeframe after intake.
What Will I Receive After The Assessment?
You’ll receive a feedback appointment and a written report with findings and practical recommendations. Information can be shared with nominated professionals or a school with appropriate consent.
How Much Does An Assessment Cost In Shepparton Or Geelong?
Assessments are usually quoted at $2,000 to $3,000. The cost depends on the plan, and a 50 per cent deposit applies to a private assessment before it begins.