Psychological Assessments in Brisbane (ADHD, Autism, Learning & Cognitive Testing)
At Mind Lift Psychology in Spring Hill, Brisbane, we provide comprehensive psychological assessments for children, teens and adults seeking clarity, diagnosis and practical recommendations. Our team offers ADHD, Autism, learning and cognitive assessments using gold‑standard, evidence‑based tools to help you understand your strengths, challenges and support needs. Whether you’re looking for diagnostic answers, school or workplace recommendations, or a deeper understanding of how your brain works, we guide you through a clear, supportive and neuroaffirming assessment process.
Types of Psychological Assessments We Offer
Assessments we offer:
- ADHD assessments
- Autism assessments
- Learning disability assessments (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia)
- Cognitive assessments (IQ, giftedness, intellectual disability)
- Educational assessments
- Combined Autism + ADHD assessment
Who we assess:
Children
Teens
Adults
University students
Professionals
Neurodivergent individuals
The Assessment Process Explained
The Step by Step Process
Make an Enquiry
You can make an enquiry via our contact form here or by email at admin@mindliftpsych.com
Initial Phone Call
An admin team member will contact you to gather essential information and determine the purpose of your assessment, such as diagnosis, strategies, or recommendations. This call may involve collecting the following details:
- Your name, age, and contact information to open a file.
- Information about your current issues and symptoms.
- Any relevant documentation to assist the psychologist in the assessment process.
This information will help the admin team match you with an appropriate psychologist based on their availability and capacity to conduct the assessment.
Following the call, your initial assessment session will be scheduled, and you will receive an email containing the online intake form to complete before the session.
Initial Assessment
Your psychologist will first conduct an initial assessment (60 minutes) to gather background information. This will help determine if further testing is appropriate and the psychometric tests required in your assessment. Expect to be asked questions about your family, educational, medical, and psychological history.
Screening Assessments
Your psychologist will send you an email with a link to a series of screening assessments. This helps your psychologist finalise the appropriate psychometric test for your assessment.
Assessment Quote
Your psychologist will send you an Assessment Quote outlining the proposed assessments required and the associated costs. Your approval of the assessment proposal will be needed before proceeding. Once approved, the admin team will schedule your assessment sessions. Payment for the assessment will be made progressively as each part is completed.
What Happens During Psychological Testing
A number of Psychological tests are completed which includes:
- semi-structured interviews
- self-report questionnaires
- standardised cognitive, memory and attention tests, and
- structured observations
Expect to be asked if other people in your life can contribute to your assessment such as parents or caregivers, other family members, teachers, partners and friends. An assessment often involves gathering data from various perspectives to capture a thorough picture of your referral question.
If you are participating in a standardised cognitive, memory or attention test, expect these tests to take up to 2-3 hours to complete.
This is the longest part of the assessment process. Expect up to one month for this process to be completed.
Feedback
Your psychologist will provide feedback on your assessment findings. This will be a regular 60 minute appointment.
Report
Your psychologist will provide a report of the assessment findings along with any recommendations if required. This report will be provided following your feedback appointment, once payment has been processed.
What’s Included in Your Assessment
- Clinical interview
- Collateral information
- Screening tools
- Psychometric testing
- Scoring & interpretation
- Feedback session
- Comprehensive report (if required)
Assessment Fees & Inclusions
Below is a quote of cost for comprehensive assessments and the time required for your psychologist to complete them. Please note that further tests may be required in your assessment. Your psychologist will discuss this with you in consultation.
An assessment without a report or a brief assessment will attract a lower fee.
Registered Psychologist Rate
*Time total involves the time it takes to do the testing and for the psychologist to do scoring and report writing
Provisional Psychologist Rate
*Time total involves the time it takes to do the testing and for the provisional psychologist to do scoring and report writing
How long does the whole process take?
A full psychological assessment usually takes 3–6 weeks from your first appointment to receiving your feedback session and report. This includes:
- Initial assessment session (1 hour)
- Screening questionnaires
- Psychometric testing (1–2 hours each, depending on the assessment)
- Scoring, interpretation and report writing
- Feedback session (1 hour)
The exact timeframe depends on the type of assessment, the number of tests required, and how quickly collateral information (e.g., teacher forms, parent forms) is returned.
Why Choose Mind Lift Psychology
- Neuroaffirming
- Evidence‑based
- Clear communication
- Fast turnaround
- Experienced assessors
- Located in Spring Hill
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need a referral?
Can I get a Medicare rebate?
How long does it take?
A full psychological assessment usually takes 3–6 weeks from your first appointment to receiving your report. This includes:
Initial assessment session (1 hour)
Screening questionnaires
Psychometric testing (1–2 hours, depending on the assessment)
Scoring, interpretation and report writing
Feedback session (1 hour)
The exact timeframe depends on the type of assessment, the number of tests required, and how quickly collateral information (e.g., teacher forms, parent forms) is returned.
What tests do you use?
We use a combination of gold‑standard, evidence‑based psychometric tools depending on your referral question.
Your psychologist will select the most appropriate tools after your initial assessment to ensure the results accurately answer your referral question.
The assessments include the WAIS, WISC, WIAT, MIGDAS and DIVA5
Why are assessments so expensive?
When you have an assessment it is important that it is done thoroughly. Your psychologist will spend many hours with you during your intake, assessment and feedback sessions and will spend even more hours outside of these times.
This time includes:
- planning for your assessment
- speaking with others to gain more information such as parents, partners and school teachers
- scoring and interpreting the results, and
- writing a comprehensive report
The time it takes to complete the assessment from beginning to end is considered in the cost of the assessment.
Do I need a report?
No. This is not a requirement for an assessment but may assist if you are applying for government and education assistance (eg. Centrelink, NDIS, Education Queensland). Please let your psychologist know if you require a comprehensive report to assist funding.
Some individuals find it helpful to get an assessment for their own understanding and will not require a report.
What does the report include?
Your comprehensive assessment report includes:
A clear summary of your referral question
Background history (developmental, educational, medical, psychological)
Results from all psychometric tests
Interpretation of your cognitive, behavioural, emotional or learning profile
Diagnostic conclusions (if applicable)
Strengths and areas of difficulty
Practical, personalised recommendations for home, school, university or work
Strategies to support your wellbeing and daily functioning
Suggestions for further supports or referrals if needed
Reports are written in clear, accessible language and can be shared with schools, GPs, specialists, NDIS providers or workplaces if you choose.
What’s the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist assessment?
Psychologists specialise in cognitive, learning, developmental and behavioural assessments. They use structured psychometric testing to understand:
ADHD
Autism
Learning disorders (e.g., dyslexia)
Intellectual disability
Cognitive strengths and weaknesses
Emotional and behavioural patterns
Psychologists cannot prescribe medication, but they provide detailed reports, diagnostic clarification, and evidence‑based recommendations.
Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialise in mental health. They:
Can prescribe medication
Focus on medical and psychiatric diagnoses
Do not typically conduct cognitive or learning assessments
Do not administer psychometric tests like the WAIS, WISC or WIAT
Most people seeking ADHD, Autism or learning assessments start with a psychologist, and may see a psychiatrist later if medication is being considered.
