Assessments
We can help with a variety of issues
Our mission is to deliver culturally sensitive, compassionate, evidence-based mental health services, supporting CALD communities and LGBTQIA+ individuals with a focus on identity, mental health, and neurodivergence.
Individual therapy
Gain insight into your challenges and their impact on well-being. Develop coping strategies for stress and emotional expression. Embrace change and build resilience for life’s ups and downs. Our approach is collaborative, tailored, and evidence-based, empowering you to lead your therapy journey
By engaging in individual therapy, you may experience a variety of positive changes, including:
- Greater emotional balance and regulation
- Strengthened coping skills and stress management
- A deeper understanding of yourself and your thoughts
- Healthier and more meaningful relationships
- Reduced anxiety and improved mental clarity
- Increased confidence and self-esteem
- Achievement of personal goals and growth
- Enhanced resilience in facing life’s challenges
- A more fulfilling and satisfying life
NDIS support
We offer neurodiversity-affirming capacity-building support for NDIS clients, specializing in both self-managed and plan-managed participants to help them achieve their plan goals.
We do not view individuals with Autism or ADHD as having ‘disorders’ or ‘deficiencies’ needing ‘treatment’ or ‘management.’ We recognize neurodivergence as a natural variation in human development.
Psychological assessment
At Centred Around You, we use psychological assessments to gain a deeper understanding of an individual’s cognitive, emotional, and behavioural functioning. These assessments can be self-referred based on current concerns or requested by doctors, schools, employers, government agencies, or solicitors
Psychological assessments are an invaluable tool for identifying underlying psychological issues and potential diagnoses, and informing treatment strategies. They also play a critical role in accessing support services, including funding under the NDIS. Our assessments are tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual, with a focus on providing clear, actionable recommendations.
Psychological assessment
Adult assessments include:
- Adult Educational: Understanding learning differences and giftedness (includes WAIS-IV and WAIT-III).
- Adult Neurodivergence: Assessing Autism and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
Children and adolescent assessments:
- Understanding learning differences and giftedness: WISC-V and WAIT-III
- Neurodivergence: Neuro-Affirming Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) assessments
Other assessments:
- Mental Health Assessments: eg. Anxiety, Depression
- NDIS Supporting Documents (Progress Reports, Support Letters, etc.
- Therapy Plans for Allied Health Assistants, Educators, and Families
- School & Play-Based Observation
*enquire within if an assessment has not been mentioned above*
Group therapy
In our group therapy sessions, you will:
- Connect with others facing similar challenges, reducing feelings of isolation.
- Share and gain insights to better understand your emotions and behaviors.
- Develop coping strategies and learn from others’ experiences.
- Foster a supportive community that aids in your personal growth.
- Collaborative: Valuing every voice and fostering open dialogue.
- Inclusive: Tailoring sessions to meet the group’s unique needs and goals.
- Evidence-based: Employing proven therapeutic methods to enhance your well-being.
Understanding the assessment process
Our supportive sessions help you address challenges, gain insight, and develop effective coping strategies for improved well-being and resilience.
Consultation
The assessment journey begins with an initial consultation to explore your background, personal history, and concerns, helping clarify the assessment’s purpose and next steps.
Assessments
We conduct tailored, evidence-based assessments using interviews, observations, and testing, with sessions varying by complexity and referral goals.
Analysis
After completion, the psychologist interprets the results, provides a comprehensive report, and offers diagnoses and intervention recommendations, if applicable.
Feedback
Once the report is ready, we schedule a feedback session to discuss the findings, answer questions, and plan next steps for your mental health and well-being.
Get Started on your healing journey
Seeking professional help is not a weakness; it’s a courageous step toward improving your mental and emotional well-being.