ADHD Treatment and Support
ADHD can make it challenging to manage daily life, particularly tasks that involve planning, organisation and focus. The good news is that with help, the challenges of ADHD are beatable. Studies show that the most effective treatment for this disorder is with the use of both medication and behavioural interventions through online therapy for ADHD. With the correct knowledge, support and ADHD assessment, you can learn to manage the symptoms of ADHD – and we can help you turn some of your weaknesses into strengths.
ADHD Counselling
If you are interested in an assessment/diagnosis for ADHD, our psychologists and psychiatrists are able to provide detailed and thorough assessments.
When it comes to scheduling an ADHD assessment, you have two options:
- Psychology assessment
- Psychiatry assessment
For further information on ADHD assessments with either option, please click on the drop down panels below.
The ADHD assessment is done through a psychologist and if located in Australia, you can use a mental health care plan to receive subsidies on your sessions.
You will need two x assessment sessions, the detailed report is then created by your psychologist and then one further appointment is required for feedback session.
Fees
The fee structure for an ADHD assessment with one of our psychologists is:
X 3 60-min appointments at $265.00 each. Total cost of $795.00.
If you are located in Australia, the Medicare rebate is a total of $264.00. This brings your your total out of pocket cost for all three sessions will be: $531.00.
Please note: A psychologist is unable to prescribe medication.
If at the end of the assessment you are found to have ADHD and you wish to seek medication options, you will be advised to get a GP referral to see a psychiatrist.
At Positive Mind Works, we have a team of psychiatrists, some of which offer ADHD assessments.
ADHD referrals to our psychiatry services will be submitted to our team of doctors who have expertise in providing ADHD/ADD assessments.
How many consultations are required to do an ADHD assessment will depend on the complexity and the presence of comorbid mental health and medical disorders of each individual client. Usually, it will consist of two sessions spaced over two weeks, however, in some cases, only one session will be adequate.
Fees
The fee structure for an ADHD assessment with one of our psychiatrists is:
First 60-min appointment: $450.00
Second 60-min appointment $350.00
Total Assessment cost $800
Please note: At present we are unable to accept any further Australian ADHD referrals due to a high volume of referrals received. Please check back for further updates as we will update our website when this changes. Alternatively, you can give our reception team a call on 1800 327 477 for further details.
Our New Zealand based psychiatrists remain open to new ADHD referrals.
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For psychiatry services, yes.
For psychology services, we will need a referral in order for you to receive Medicare rebates. In this case, psychology referrals must also be accompanied by a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan as part of the requirements of the Better Access initiative.
We accept referrals via email (psychiatrists@positivemindworks.co) or via fax (03) 9492 7262).
Please note: We will not accept referrals made out to other clinicians or clinics for psychiatry services.
Once we have received your referral, we will contact you within 1-2 weeks to book an appointment or to let you know that you have been placed on our waitlist for an appointment at a later date.
In most cases, your treating psychiatrist will liaise with your GP for the prescription of any medication or they may prescribe themselves.
Please be aware that ‘stimulant’ medications often used for ADHD are Schedule 8 drugs and are under very strict restrictions for prescription across Australia and New Zealand.
As a result, we are not able to issue scripts for Schedule 8 drugs via phone or email request without a consultation (just the same as with any other medical specialist or GP).
As part of our online booking, we send you a secure link to an online form that includes the registration of your payment details. We then charge your card after your appointment and at the same time we will process any rebates should you be eligible.
Payment is due (charged to your supplied payment card) immediately after your appointment. This may occur on the same day of your appointment or anytime within a few days. Please make ensure that sufficient funds are available to avoid a disruption to your services or additional administration charges. If you card payment is declined, we will contact you in an attempt to re-process the fee and an additional charge of $10 will be added to your account. Any payments that are outstanding for over 30 days incur an additional 5% charge each month.
Please also note, any required follow-up appointments will not be scheduled until all outstanding invoices are settled.
Psychological Counselling Services for ADHD
At Positive Mind Works, after you have been diagnosed with ADHD we also provide further counselling to manage and overcome any barriers that you face. With the right treatment, you can expect to see improvements in your performance at work or school, along with your relationships, self-esteem and confidence.
If you feel that you would benefit from adult ADHD counselling, we can help. Our clinicians are New Zealand & Australia registered psychologists with much experience in the area of behaviour change. They are able to help with adult ADHD, adult sleep difficulties, interpersonal challenges, anxiety and depression. You will learn strategies that help you stay organised and focused as well as providing the help you need to change negative habits and behaviours.
If you are located within Australia, Medicare rebates are available. Alternatively, you may wish to use private Health Insurance, EAP, DVA or NDIS funding.
All appointments take place online, using our secure video telehealth psychology platform.
Give our reception team a call on 1800 327 477 (AU) / 0800 327 477 (NZ) to find out more, or click here to send us an online email enquiry.
What to do next?
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