Adult ADHD Assessment — VIC
ADHD Assessment in Melbourne
Adults in Melbourne can access a comprehensive ADHD assessment by secure video — without the months-long waitlists that often come with in-person psychiatry. Psychiatrists Australia connects people across the CBD, plus the northern, eastern, western and south-eastern suburbs, and regional Victoria including Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, the Latrobe Valley and Shepparton, with a FRANZCP-qualified psychiatrist from the privacy of home.
ADHD assessment access in Melbourne
Demand for adult ADHD assessments in Melbourne has grown sharply, and private psychiatry waitlists across Victoria can stretch for many months. Telehealth removes that bottleneck: because your psychiatrist consults by encrypted video, you are not competing for a limited number of local in-person appointments, and you can usually be seen sooner. Patients in Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, the Latrobe Valley and Shepparton — where local specialist availability is thinner — get the same standard of assessment as someone in central Melbourne.
What an adult ADHD assessment involves
An ADHD assessment is a structured clinical process, not a single quiz. Your psychiatrist takes a detailed developmental and current-symptom history, reviews validated questionnaires such as the ASRS, and considers other factors like anxiety, depression or sleep that can look similar to ADHD. It usually takes place over one to three video sessions. You can complete our free ADHD self-check beforehand to help you prepare — it is not a diagnosis, but it helps you describe your experiences.
Referrals, Medicare and prescribing in Victoria
To claim Medicare rebates on your assessment you need a referral from your GP — they can send it directly to us. If ADHD is diagnosed and medication is appropriate, stimulant prescribing is regulated in Victoria; your psychiatrist initiates treatment and then coordinates ongoing prescriptions with your GP in line with current Victoria requirements. Everything is handled by telehealth, so patients across Melbourne and Victoria can start and continue care without travelling.
ADHD assessment in Melbourne — FAQs
Can I get an ADHD assessment in Melbourne by telehealth?
Yes. Our psychiatrist assesses adults across Melbourne and Victoria entirely by secure video. As long as you have a private space and a stable internet connection, you can complete the full assessment from home.
How much does an ADHD assessment cost in Melbourne?
Fees depend on the length and number of sessions. With a valid GP referral, Medicare rebates apply to your psychiatrist consultations, which reduces the out-of-pocket cost. See our Fees & Medicare page for the current breakdown.
Do I need a referral to be assessed for ADHD in Melbourne?
To access Medicare rebates, yes — a GP referral is required. Your GP can email the referral to us and we will arrange your first telehealth appointment. Without a referral you would pay the full private fee.
Can my ADHD medication be prescribed in Victoria?
If a diagnosis is made and medication is clinically appropriate, your psychiatrist can initiate treatment and coordinate ongoing prescriptions with your GP, in line with current Victoria prescribing rules. This is arranged through telehealth as part of your care.
How long is the wait to be assessed in Melbourne?
Because assessments are delivered by telehealth rather than a fixed local clinic roster, waits are typically much shorter than in-person psychiatry in Melbourne. Once your referral is received we contact you to arrange your first session.
Ready to take the first step?
Book an appointment or send a referral today. Our team will be in touch within one business day.