I provide comprehensive neurodevelopmental and cognitive assessments for children, adolescents, and adults in New Plymouth and the wider Taranaki region. Assessments are tailored to the individual’s developmental history, current presentation, and referral questions.
The aim of assessment is to support accurate diagnosis, clarify strengths and areas of difficulty, and provide practical recommendations for home, education, and health settings.
Neurodevelopmental Assessments (Autism, ID, ADHD, FASD)
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assessment
Comprehensive assessment of social communication, developmental history, behavioural presentation, and associated strengths and challenges.
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Assessment
Assessment of attention, executive functioning, behavioural regulation, and developmental history to support diagnostic clarification.
Intellectual Disability (ID) Assessment
Cognitive assessment alongside evaluation of adaptive functioning to determine intellectual and functional profile.
Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Assessment
Comprehensive multi-domain neuropsychological assessment conducted in accordance with current diagnostic guidelines.
Comprehensive Neurodevelopmental Assessment
Integrated assessment where multiple diagnostic considerations are present (e.g., ASD/ADHD; ID/ASD).
Cognitive Assessment
Comprehensive evaluation of intellectual functioning to clarify learning profile, strengths, and areas of difficulty.
Assessment Process
Assessment typically includes:
- Review of background information and relevant reports
- Clinical interview
- Standardised assessment measures
- Interpretation and formulation
- Written report
- Feedback session with practical recommendations
Referrals
Referrals are accepted from families, GPs, paediatricians, specialists, and other health or education professionals.
Please make contact to discuss the most appropriate assessment pathway.