Assessments
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Assessment
Goal: Determine whether or not a youth has ADHD.
These assessments are only intended for youth that have already had a previous more comprehensive psychological assessment. Please see our psychoeducational, comprehensive, or developmental assessments for further details.
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An ADHD assessment is focused on determining whether a youth meets diagnostic criteria, and explores their cognitive profile to determine areas they may benefit from support, and what their strengths are that can be used to help them thrive.
Psychologists use standardized assessment tools to explore the youth’s attention regulation skills, executive functioning, and cognitive abilities. They also complete interviews and/or questionnaires with parents, the youth, and potentially other relevant people involved with the child/adolescent, as well as review relevant documentation (e.g., report cards, previous assessments, etc.). The standardized tests are administered by a psychologist or psychometrist. The results of the assessment could lead to a diagnosis or diagnoses, but not always.
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Wondering how to explain an assessment to your child/teen? Read our blog here.
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What Does an Assessment involve?
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Background/History
Interview and questionnaires with parents/youth and review of relevant data (e.g., report cards, prior assessments, relevant medical documentation).
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Assessment Sessions
Administration of standardized tests, observations, and clinical interviewing with the youth.
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Comprehensive Feedback
The feedback session is directly between the youth and/or parents, and the psychologist. The psychologist will explain the results of the assessment, highlighting the areas of strength and need, and providing recommendations and next steps.
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Report
After the feedback has occurred, you will be provided with a detailed report. The report will include the results of the standardized testing, as well as a clinical formulation (write up summarizing the testing and bringing the information all together to explain the youth’s profile), and recommendations. The recommendations that WonderTree psychologists make will be tailored to the youth and based on the assessment results. This is your report, you can share it with whomever you feel is important to have the information, such as the school and family doctor.
We have a few assessment options for families looking to explore ADHD. All assessments start with a consultation call with a director and they can support you in identifying which one is the best fit for you or your child. ​
Assessment Options with Psychologists
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For youth without a pre-existing psychological assessment, we offer ADHD assessments as a part of the following assessment options:
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Psychoeducational Assessment- $4000
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Developmental Assessment- $3250
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Comprehensive Assessment- $4750
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For youth with a pre-existing psychological assessment, we offer ADHD only psychological assessments- $2000
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Adults are eligible for ADHD only assessment without any pre-existing psychological assessments- $2000
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Our Nurse Practitioner also offers ADHD Assessments and medication consultations for youth between 6-18 years of age- $800
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Psychological and NP services are not covered by OHIP, but may be covered under your extended health insurance benefits. Check with your insurance provider for details (here is a list of questions you can ask). Please ask us for a quote that you can submit in advance if required by your insurance company.
How do I start an assessment?
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Contact us using the information below
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A family coordinator will help determine assessment type and schedule your appointment
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Meet with one of our clinicians
Contact Us
One of our family coordinators will return your call/e-mail within 2 business days. Our family coordinators will help determine which service provider would be the right fit and assist in scheduling your appointment.
905-425-9525