Diagnostic Assessments and Reports
Neurodevelopmental Assessments
Newcastle Psychology Services offers comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. Our assessments draw on gold-standard, nationally recognised tools to provide a thorough understanding of cognitive, learning, attentional, and behavioural profiles.
Assessments may include evaluation for:
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Autism Spectrum
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ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity)
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Specific Learning Disorders (reading, writing, mathematics)
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Cognitive functioning (intellectual ability, memory, processing speed).
Each assessment includes a clinical interview, standardised testing, collateral information gathering, and a detailed written report with diagnostic formulation and tailored recommendations. Reports are suitable for Medicare, NDIS, educational, and workplace purposes.
Our approach is trauma-informed and neurodivergent-affirming — we recognise neurodiversity as a natural variation of human experience, and our goal is to provide clarity, validation, and practical pathways forward for clients and their families.
Cognitive & Learning-Specific Assessments
Cognitive functioning assessments can reveal:
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Intellectual disabilities or giftedness
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Specific learning disorders such as dyslexia.
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Cognitive strengths and weaknesses in verbal comprehension, visual-spatial processing, working memory, and processing speed
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Gaps between ability and academic performance
This helps students needing educational adjustments, adults with persistent learning challenges, and families seeking support from schools or private providers.
Psychological Assessments
NPS offer assessments for various psychological and emotional needs, including:
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Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
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Functional Capacity Assessment
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Anxiety and mood disorders like depression, generalised anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder
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Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
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Personality assessment to identify long-term patterns and traits affecting functioning
This service is beneficial for individuals seeking mental health clarity, treatment documentation, adjustments, or career guidance.