At The Hummingbird Centre, we provide ADHD assessments in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and East Maitland for adults, children, and teenagers.
If you’re struggling with attention, focus, organisation, impulsivity, or daily functioning, or you’re seeking a formal ADHD diagnosis, our team offers a clear and supportive assessment process.
Assessments are completed by registered psychologists and clinical psychologists, using evidence-based tools and a neuroaffirming approach that focuses on understanding both strengths and differences.
We provide ADHD assessments for:
Many people come to us after years of wondering “why is this so hard?” – an assessment can provide answers and direction.
Assessments
We focus on making ADHD assessments thorough, practical, and genuinely helpful.
Our goal is not just diagnosis – it’s helping you understand what’s going on and what will help.
Each ADHD assessment is tailored, but typically includes:
For children and teens, we may also include:
We take a neuroaffirming approach to ADHD assessment.
This means we focus on:
– not just identifying difficulties.
We aim to provide a balanced understanding of:
Alongside diagnosis, we provide recommendations that are practical and relevant to real life.
We begin by understanding your history, concerns, and goals. This helps determine whether a full ADHD assessment is the right next step.
We use structured interviews, questionnaires, and cognitive tools to assess attention, impulsivity, and executive functioning.
Where appropriate, we gather input from others (e.g. parent, partner, teacher) and review existing reports.
You’ll receive a detailed diagnostic report, followed by a feedback session where we explain the findings and discuss next steps.
We support individuals and families across:
If you’re searching for an ADHD assessment in Newcastle or nearby areas, our team can guide you through the process and help you understand your options.
Assessment costs and timeframes vary depending on individual needs.
When you contact us, we’ll provide clear information on:
Please note: Medicare rebates are generally not available for ADHD assessments.
After your assessment, you’ll receive a detailed report outlining:
This report can support:
We’ll guide you through your next steps so you’re not left figuring it out alone.
To get an ADHD assessment in Newcastle, you can contact The Hummingbird Centre directly to book an initial appointment. A referral is not always required, and we’ll guide you through the assessment process.
The cost of an ADHD assessment in Newcastle varies depending on the assessment pathway. Contact us for current pricing, availability, and payment options.
Yes, adults can receive an ADHD diagnosis in Newcastle. We provide adult ADHD assessments for people seeking clarity around attention, organisation, and executive functioning challenges.
ADHD assessments and diagnoses are completed by qualified psychologists. The Hummingbird Centre provides ADHD assessments in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and East Maitland.
An ADHD assessment includes a clinical interview, structured diagnostic tools such as DIVA, cognitive testing, questionnaires, and a comprehensive diagnostic report with recommendations.
ADHD assessments are completed over multiple sessions, with additional time required for scoring, analysis, and report writing.
Yes, ADHD assessments may be funded under NDIS Improved Daily Living, depending on your plan and approval.
In many cases, a formal ADHD diagnosis is required to access NDIS supports and services.
ADHD diagnoses are typically completed by psychologists, clinical psychologists, or psychiatrists trained in diagnostic assessment.
Yes, children and teenagers can be assessed for ADHD when attention, behaviour, or learning concerns are present.
