Adult ADHD Assessment — NSW
ADHD Assessment in Newcastle
Adults in Newcastle 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 Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens and the Lower Hunter, and regional New South Wales including Lake Macquarie, the Hunter Valley, Maitland and the Central Coast, with a FRANZCP-qualified psychiatrist from the privacy of home.
ADHD assessment access in Newcastle
Demand for adult ADHD assessments in Newcastle has grown sharply, and private psychiatry waitlists across New South Wales 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 Lake Macquarie, the Hunter Valley, Maitland and the Central Coast — where local specialist availability is thinner — get the same standard of assessment as someone in central Newcastle.
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 New South Wales
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 New South Wales; your psychiatrist initiates treatment and then coordinates ongoing prescriptions with your GP in line with current New South Wales requirements. Everything is handled by telehealth, so patients across Newcastle and New South Wales can start and continue care without travelling.
ADHD assessment in Newcastle — FAQs
Can I get an ADHD assessment in Newcastle by telehealth?
Yes. Our psychiatrist assesses adults across Newcastle and New South Wales 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 Newcastle?
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 Newcastle?
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 New South Wales?
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 New South Wales prescribing rules. This is arranged through telehealth as part of your care.
How long is the wait to be assessed in Newcastle?
Because assessments are delivered by telehealth rather than a fixed local clinic roster, waits are typically much shorter than in-person psychiatry in Newcastle. 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.