Assessment Rates
The start to finish assessment process usually takes at least three months. This process can be delayed, and appointments may need to be re-scheduled without warning, due to unexpected staff leave. We understand that delays can be distressing but unfortunately are unavoidable for a variety of reasons.
Before you book, please look at total costs of assessments below.
When you book, you pay a non-refundable deposit of $280 to cover the costs of us setting up your assessment.
Costs and Invoicing
The total cost of an Autism OR ADHD assessment is usually:
$2,688
Adults (18+ years)
$3,248
Young people (6–17 years)
Invoices:
Must be paid before the initial session (invoice for clinical interviews and measures).
2. Must be paid before the feedback session (invoice for feedback session and report).
A deposit (non-refundable) of $280 paid at time of booking will be subtracted from the first invoice.
The total cost of a combined Autism AND ADHD assessment is usually:
$4,508
Adults (18+ years)
Young people (6–17 years)
$5,628
Invoices:
Must be paid before the initial session (invoice for clinical interviews and measures).
2. Must be paid before the feedback session (invoice for feedback session and report).
A deposit (non-refundable) of $280 paid at time of booking will be subtracted from the first invoice.
The total cost of a cognitive (IQ) assessment is usually:
$2,548
Invoices:
Must be paid before the initial session (invoice for assessment session and clinical interview).
2. Must be paid before the feedback session (invoice for feedback session and report).
A deposit (non-refundable) of $280 paid at time of booking will be subtracted from the first invoice.
If you need to change the due date of an invoice, please let us know by email (info@thetealspace.com.au). Changes to payments may mean that scheduled appointments need to be changed for a later date. Please provide at least one-week notice if you are unable to pay an invoice at the specified due date.
The additional cost for young person assessments is required because there are additional steps, including measures/questionnaires completed by parents and a teacher.
The cost is increased if the client would like us to speak to more than one family member, or if additional measures are included. For example, we can include the Personality Assessment Inventory (PAI) with Autism overlay if a client has a complex presentation and multiple previous diagnoses.
More Information
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You don’t need a referral for an assessment. If you are under 25 years of age and have a referral from a eligible medical practitioner (a psychiatrist or a pediatrician) you may be able to claim Medicare rebates for parts of the assessment.
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Clients aged under 25 years, who have a Medicare compliant referral from an eligible medical practitioner (must be a psychiatrist or pediatrician) or interdisciplinary team, are eligible for Medicare rebates on parts of their Autism and/or ADHD assessment. The referral must:
Be addressed to Dr Bianca Calabria, Clinical Psychologist, The Teal Psychology Space Pty Ltd.
Be signed and dated by the referring eligible medical practitioner.
State that it is for an “Assessment to assist with Diagnostic Formulation and Contribution to a Treatment and Management Plan for a Complex Neurodevelopmental Disorder (e.g. Autism Spectrum Disorder or ADHD) or Eligible Disability Services
A total of four Medicare rebates ($89.65 each) can be claimed for the assessment; two for the initial clinical interview; one for the family member interview; and one for the feedback session).
There are no Medicare rebates available for clients aged 25 years or more. A referral is not required for these clients when seeking an assessment for autism and/or ADHD.
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We have payment plans that can split the total cost of the assessment over 10 payment (weekly or fortnightly). Payment of 50% of the total cost is required before the initial clinical interview is completed. Total payment is required before the report is released and that feedback session is booked. Please contact our Team if you would like to discuss a payment plan.
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If you can demonstrate that you are a low-income earner, then we can discuss the cost (note: we have some concession places available). Please contact our Team if you would like to discuss a concession place.
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Please note that fees will increase from 1 July each year when the Australian Psychological Society’s recommended hourly rate for clinical psychologists is increased. Assessments booked from 1 July each year will be charged at the increased fee rate.