A quality psychological assessment answers the question that matters: what is actually going on, and what should happen next. Cygnet Clinic's assessment team — clinical and forensic psychologists, supported by consultant psychiatrists and a pain medicine specialist — provides comprehensive assessments across the lifespan at our Midland and Fremantle clinics, with telehealth options across WA.
Types of psychological assessments we provide
Diagnostic assessment
Clarifying diagnoses such as depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD and other conditions to guide effective treatment. This is often the first step for people who have struggled without a clear explanation.
ADHD assessments
Comprehensive ADHD assessment for children, adolescents and adults, including standardised testing, clinical interview and differential considerations. Our integrated model means psychiatric review is available when medication forms part of treatment.
Autism assessments
Autism spectrum assessments by clinicians experienced with children and adults, including our child clinical psychologist Kate Pereira, whose work focuses on autism and ADHD.
Cognitive assessments
Standardised testing of thinking skills — memory, attention, processing speed and problem solving — useful after injury, for learning difficulties, or to inform educational and occupational planning.
Personality and emotional functioning
Structured assessment of personality style and emotional patterns to guide therapy planning and clarify complex presentations.
Medico-legal and forensic assessments
Court-ready expert reports for legal and compensation matters: criminal injuries compensation, psychological injury claims, PTSD assessments and single expert witness reports. Our medico-legal team has over 15 years of experience in Criminal Injuries Compensation assessments — see our CIC reports page and our dedicated medico-legal service at cygnetmedicolegal.com.au.
What to expect
Every assessment starts with a clinical interview to understand your history and the question being asked. Your psychologist then selects the appropriate standardised measures, which may run over one or more sessions. The final step is a written report and a feedback session where findings are explained in plain language. For legal matters, reports are prepared to court standards.
Why choose Cygnet Clinic for your assessment
- Assessment team of clinical and forensic psychologists
- Integrated psychiatry and pain medicine — complex cases don't need a second clinic
- Both Midland and Fremantle locations, plus telehealth
- Court-ready reports with 15+ years of medico-legal experience
- Reports that explain findings in language referrers and clients can use
Frequently asked questions
What types of psychological assessments are available?
Diagnostic, cognitive, ADHD, autism, personality and emotional functioning assessments, plus medico-legal and forensic assessments for legal and compensation matters.
Do I need a GP referral?
You can self-refer for many assessments, including ADHD and autism assessments. A GP referral is welcome and may support Medicare rebates where they apply. Legal and compensation assessments are usually arranged through your lawyer, insurer or the court.
How long does an assessment take?
A focused diagnostic assessment may take one or two sessions. Cognitive, ADHD, autism and medico-legal assessments typically require several hours of testing plus clinical interviews, followed by report preparation.
Will I receive a report?
Yes — every assessment concludes with a written report and a feedback session. For legal matters, reports are prepared to court standards.
Can assessments be done by telehealth?
Many assessments include telehealth components, though some standardised tests require in-person sessions at Midland or Fremantle. Your clinician will confirm what suits your assessment type.
Who performs the assessments?
Clinical and forensic psychologists experienced across the lifespan, supported by consultant psychiatrists and a pain medicine specialist when a case needs integrated specialist input.
Ready to book an assessment?
Book online, call us, or ask your GP or lawyer for a referral. Midland and Fremantle locations, telehealth available.
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