Vanessa Tan Psychology
NEURODIVERGENCE ASSESSMENTS (ADULTS 18+)
The following assessments are for individuals who are experiencing impacts on their well-being that might be due to the mismatch between a neurodivergent brain pattern and neurotypical expectations and demands.
All adult assessments are conducted via Zoom. However, if you require an in-person appointment for your well-being, these can be organised at Vanessa's consulting rooms in Murrumbeena, VIC.
Assessment sessions cannot be claimed under Medicare.
Diagnoses and reports by Vanessa are valid for most funding applications, including Centrelink and the NDIS.
Please e-mail reception at admin@vtpsychology.com for more details about the fees and what's involved in an assessment.
AUTISM ASSESSMENT
The assessment structure generally involves:
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Intake session (1h)
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Diagnostic interview (2h)
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Phone interview with an informant (if accessible)
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Psychometric measures/questionnaires for you and your informants
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Feedback session (1h)
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Confirmation letter to facilitate self-identification
Approximate total fee: $1,325
ADHD
ASSESSMENT
The assessment structure generally involves:
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Intake session (1h)
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Diagnostic interview (75mins)
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Phone interview with an informant (if accessible)
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Psychometric measures/questionnaires provided to yourself and informants
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Feedback session (1h)
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Confirmation letter to facilitate self-identification
Approximate total fee: $1,100
Please note: Psychologists cannot prescribe medication. If you would like to explore your suitability for medication, please make an appointment with a psychiatrist experienced in supporting ADHD adults.
AUTISM ASSESSMENT
What to expect (short and sweet version):
∞ Intake session (1h)
∞ Diagnostic interview session (2h)
∞ Phone interview with an informant *if they're not present during the diagnostic interview (30 minutes)
∞ Questionnaires for you and your informants to complete
∞ Feedback session (1h)
∞ Summary report to facilitate self-identification provided
Approximate total fee: $1,475
Like detail? Download the nitty-gritty version of our assessment structure below.
Vanessa is no longer offering ADHD assessments. Clients seeking ADHD assessment are advised to obtain this through a psychiatrist, as they will need to conduct their own evaluation and can prescribe medication if needed. It's valuable to select a psychiatrist who is very experienced in recognising the various presentations of ADHD in adults.
For clients seeking an Autism and ADHD assessment: Vanessa can screen for ADHD as part of your Autism assessment and, if follow-up is warranted, she'll direct you to psychiatrists for further assessment of ADHD.