AQ has a multidisciplinary team of psychologists, speech pathologists and occupational therapists qualified to conduct a range of assessments for all ages. These services are delivered face to face from our centres across Queensland or statewide via telepractice.
Please note fees apply to AQ services and supports.
Our holistic, collaborative assessments provide neurodiversity-affirming support. We focus on each person’s strengths, while acknowledging their support needs in a way that is neurodiversity-affirming. The term ‘Autism Spectrum Disorder’ is only used when required, in relation to Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders – Fifth Edition (DSM-5) diagnostic criteria.
Clients seeking an autism diagnostic assessment are encouraged to consult with a paediatrician or psychiatrist (as well as their GP) to obtain an appropriate referral letter. With client consent, assessment results can be shared with their treating doctor/s to support follow up recommendations. See below for available assessments and packages.
Initial Clinical Intake Interview
An initial clinical intake interview is conducted with all clients to gather information and identify assessments that will best suit each client’s needs.
The type and price of the package may alter depending on the clinician’s assessment of the individual’s need/s. This will be discussed at or following the initial intake appointment.
Available face-to-face at most AQ centres across Queensland, within the community (travel fees may apply), or statewide via Telepractice.
Waitlists may apply.
Cost Breakdown
Service costs are calculated based on the standard hourly rate of $193.99/hour for speech pathologists and occupational therapists; and $232.99/hour for psychologists. The type of assessment package and prices may vary depending on the clinician’s assessment.
Our Assessment & Diagnostic Team is available to answer and clarify any questions you may have.
Child & Adolescent Diagnostic Assessment
Designed for children and adolescents who require a comprehensive, multidisciplinary assessment to explore or review an autism diagnosis in line with the Diagnostic Manual or Mental Disorders – Fifth Edition Text revision (DSM-5TR). These assessments can include:
- An initial clinical intake interview.
- Diagnostic questionnaires.
- A detailed developmental case history.
- Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule – 2nd Edition (ADOS-2).
- Monteiro Interview Guidelines for Diagnosing the Autism Spectrum – 2nd Edition (MIGDAS-2)
- Functional assessment (such as the Adaptive Behaviour Assessment System – Third Edition (ABAS-3) or similar.
- Childhood Autism Rating Scale – Second Edition (CARS-2)
- Review, analysis, and a clinical report of findings.
- Follow up appointment to discuss results.
Please note: Diagnostic guidelines highly recommend that a paediatrician, child psychiatrist or clinical psychologist must formalise an autism diagnosis, therefore completed reports generated by this assessment package will need to be taken to the specialist for a final review and formal diagnosis if suitable.
- It is recommended you provide a referral letter from your medical specialist.
- Examples include functional assessment (ABAS-3 or similar), cognitive assessment, language assessment, school observations, questionnaires, home or community visit, and/or follow up appointment to explain assessment results
Cost: $2500-$3500.
NDIS funding may be used (if applicable).
Please note: This service is tailored to the needs of the client and therefore prices will vary. Additional costs may apply for any recommended/additional assessments or appointments.
Depending on the client’s individual needs, we may also recommend:
• Additional assessments (e.g. cognitive or language).
• School, home, or community visits and observations.
Child & Adolescent Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Assessment
This assessment is designed for children and adolescents who may require a comprehensive assessment from a psychologist, to explore ADHD in line with the Diagnostic Manual or Mental Disorders – Fifth Edition Text revision (DSM-5TR). It can be completed in conjunction with an autism assessment, or as a standalone assessment.
This assessment can include:
- An initial clinical intake interview (if not already completed as part of our autism assessment)
- A Diagnostic Interview for ADHD in young people aged 5 – 17 years (Young DIVA-5)
- Connors 4 rating scales.
- Functional assessment (such as the Adaptive Behavior Assessment System – Third Edition (ABAS-3) or similar).
- Review, analysis, and a clinical report of findings.
- Follow up appointment to discuss results.
Cost: Approximately $1850 as a standalone assessment.
NDIS funding may be used (if applicable).
ADOS-2 or MIGDAS-2 only Assessment
Suitable for clients whose paediatrician or psychiatrist has requested an Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule – 2nd Edition (ADOS-2) or Monteiro Interview Guidelines for Diagnosing the Autism Spectrum – Second Edition (MIGDAS-2) assessment to contribute information towards their autism assessment process. Additional investigations or follow-up appointments may be required depending on the client’s needs (additional costs apply.) Assessment package may include:
- An initial clinical intake interview
- ADOS-2 or MIGDAS-2 assessment.
- Review, analysis, and a clinical report of findings.
Cost: $1600-$1900.
NDIS Funding may be used (if applicable).
Adult Diagnostic Assessment
Designed for adults who may require a comprehensive, multidisciplinary assessment to or review an autism diagnosis under Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders – Fifth Edition Text Revision (DSM-5TR). Assessment can include:
- An initial clinical intake interview.
- A detailed developmental case history.
- Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule – 2nd Edition (ADOS-2).
- Monteiro Interview Guidelines for Diagnosing the Autism Spectrum – 2nd Edition (MIGDAS-2)
- Functional assessment (such as the Adaptive Behaviour Assessment System – Third Edition (ABAS-3) or similar.
- Questionnaires for stakeholders.
- Review, analysis, and a clinical report of findings.
- Follow-up appointments to discuss results.
Cost: $2200-$3500.
NDIS funding may be used (if applicable).
Please note: This service is tailored to the needs of the client therefore prices will vary. Additional costs may apply for any recommended/additional assessments or appointments outside the core package.
Depending on the client’s individual needs, we may also recommend:
• Additional assessments (e.g. cognitive or language).
• Work, home, or community visits and observations.
Final Diagnosis: Diagnostic guidelines recommend a psychiatrist or clinical psychologist formalise an autism diagnosis for adults. Therefore, completed reports generated by this assessment will need to be provided to one of these professionals for final review and a formal diagnosis.
Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Assessment
This assessment is designed for adults who may require a comprehensive assessment from a psychologist, to explore ADHD in line with the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders – Fifth Edition Text Revision (DSM-5TR). It can be completed in conjunction with an autism assessment, or as a standalone assessment. This assessment can include:
- An initial clinical intake interview (if not already completed as part of our autism assessment)
- A Diagnostic Interview for ADHD in adults (DIVA)
- Brown executive functioning/attention scales.
- Functional assessment (such as the Adaptive Behavior Assessment System – Third
Edition (ABAS-3) or similar. - Review, analysis, and a clinical report of findings.
- Follow up appointment to discuss results.
Cost: Approximately $1850 as a standalone assessment.
NDIS funding may be used (if applicable).
Bespoke Assessments
Bespoke assessments can guide therapy goals, recommend supports, or assist with funding applications. After an initial clinical intake interview, may include a single therapist or a multidisciplinary team delivering a tailored psychology, occupational therapy, or speech pathology assessment, review and analysis (followed by a detailed clinical report.)
Example assessments:
- Functional assessment
- Speech, language and/or literacy assessment
- Cognitive or learning assessments.
Cost: Assessments and reporting are costed at an hourly rate of $193.99–$232.99 (depending on the therapist/s involved). NDIS funding may be used (if applicable.)
Medicare Information
There are several different plans or packages under Medicare which may enable autistic people to receive a rebate when they access services from a private provider. These services may be for diagnostic assessment or treatment. For more information speak with your health professional or contact Medicare directly. Visit the Medicare website: 1800MEDICARE | medicare1800
