Child Autism, ADHD & Cognitive Assessments
Inner Child Psychology provides comprehensive child assessments in Alexandria, Balmain and the Inner West of Sydney. We offer evidence-based autism assessments (ADOS-2, MIGDAS), ADHD assessments, cognitive (IQ) testing and educational assessments to help families understand their child’s needs and access tailored support.
Autism Assessments (ADOS-2 / MIGDAS)
Our autism assessment process involves an initial consultation with parents to discuss traits of autism and any current concerns to help inform the assessment process. The assessments include an ADOS-2 or MIGDAS evaluation to observe the child's communication, social interaction, play, and imagination, and an ADI-R assessment to gather information from parents on the child's behaviour and development.
After the assessment, a detailed report is written, including recommendations and next steps. We strive to ensure transparency and communication throughout the process.
This assessment process helps families seeking clarity around an autism diagnosis.
ADHD Assessments
Our ADHD assessment process involves an initial consultation with parents to discuss traits of ADHD utilising the Young-DIVA assessment as well as discussing any current concerns to help inform the assessment process and recommendations. The assessment process will include questionnaires with parents and teachers, may include a WISC-V assessment with the child, and a school observation (where appropriate).
After the assessment, a detailed report is written, including recommendations and next steps. We strive to ensure transparency and communication throughout the process.
This assessment supports understanding attention, impulsivity and school functioning.
Educational Assessments (WIAT-III)
An educational assessment, also called an academic evaluation, measures a child’s performance in various academic areas and compares their progress to age expectations and peers. It identifies strengths and skill levels in reading, writing, mathematics, and written expression, offering valuable insights into their academic abilities.
These assessments help pinpoint a child’s specific academic skills, diagnose learning disorders such as Dyslexia or Dyscalculia, and develop strategies for classroom support. The Wechsler Individual Achievement Test (WIAT-III) is used to guide the formulation of individualised learning plans based on a child’s strengths and differences.
Cognitive / IQ Assessments (WISC-V)
A cognitive assessment, often called an IQ test or psychometric testing, helps determine a child’s learning potential and preferred approach to learning. It measures various cognitive abilities, such as verbal comprehension, visuospatial reasoning, fluid reasoning, working memory, and processing speed, offering valuable insights into a child’s cognitive strengths and differences.
These assessments support diagnosing learning difficulties, intellectual disabilities, or identifying intellectual giftedness, helping to create tailored learning plans and classroom accommodations. A widely used tool for this is the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V), which measures key cognitive areas to understand how a child learns.