No - I do not provide ongoing therapy or counselling.

I offer clinical assessments (diagnostic or neurodivergent assessment) or a separate non-clinical Merging Sessions service. These are completely distinct offerings.

A screening is a short, structured check-in plus questionnaires designed to help you understand whether ADHD or autism traits may be present. It’s not a diagnosis, but a helpful starting point.

A full assessment includes a long clinical interview, diagnostic tools, developmental history, and a detailed letter or report.

A screening is quicker and lighter - it helps clarify whether a full assessment is worth pursuing.

A screening for ADHD/Autism is ideal if you:

• aren’t sure where to start

• want something to take to your GP

• are deciding between psychiatry, psychology, or doing nothing for now

• want a clearer sense of whether traits are showing up in daily life

GPs and psychiatrists make their own decisions, but many find screening results helpful when considering next steps.

Medication can only be prescribed after a clinical diagnostic process.

No. Screenings do not meet the evidence requirements for these services.

If you need official documentation, a full assessment is needed.

If you have completed any psychological service with me, including a screening, you cannot later engage in Merging Sessions.

If you wish to do Merging Sessions, you must not have been my psychology client in any capacity (screening, assessment, therapy, or focused support).

Merging Sessions are a non-clinical, supportive space for reflection, grounding, and self-understanding. They are not therapy, treatment, or diagnosis, and are only available to adults who:

• are not current psychology clients with me, and

• have not completed an assessment with me.

No - I do not provide therapy or long-term counselling. Merging Sessions are brief, non-clinical sessions. For clinical care or ongoing therapy, I recommend seeking a registered clinician suited to your needs.

I practice from Burnie, Tasmania within Psychology Plus.

There is free on-street parking available near the practice.

Yes, the practice is accessible via bus.

The room is cozy, inviting, and neurodiverse-friendly, with options to sit side by side or front on. It's equipped with sensory toys and gender-neutral bathrooms.

Yes, you can wait in the general waiting room or request a text when I'm ready to meet you at the front door.

Yes. You are always welcome to bring a support person to your appointment - whether that’s for emotional comfort, communication support, or to help you feel regulated.

If you are under 25, I strongly encourage having a parent, caregiver, or someone who knows you well attend the assessment with you (or be nearby/available if the session is online). Their insight can be very helpful for understanding your developmental history and current functioning.

You can also request any sensory or accessibility adjustments you need (lighting, pacing, breaks, alternative communication styles). My aim is to make all sessions as neurodivergent-friendly and supportive as possible.

Absolutely, please let me know in advance if you have any communication, sensory, or accessibility needs, and I'll do my best to accommodate them.

Once you’ve expressed interest in an assessment, you may be asked to complete a short waitlist form, or in some cases, you may be offered an appointment time straight away, it depends on current demand.

• Average wait time is typically 4–8 weeks for an appointment, though this can vary.

• Online appointments often have greater flexibility.

• If you’re hoping for an earlier spot, you’re welcome to request to be added to the cancellation list.

At the time of booking, you’ll be sent:

• A brief intake form

• A Consent & Privacy Agreement

• A secure link to store your credit card details (required to confirm the booking)

Please note: Your stored card will not be charged automatically. An invoice will be sent to you on the day of your assessment, and payment can be made via bank transfer.

Screening is a brief, early-stage option. It is not enough if you:

• Need a formal diagnosis (Autism, ADHD, OCD, AuDHD, etc.)

• Need a clinical or functional report for NDIS, DSP, Centrelink, workplace, university, or legal purposes

• Are seeking medication or psychiatric treatment, as psychiatrists require full diagnostic assessment

• Have complex differential questions, where traits overlap with:
  

  • trauma

  • OCD or intrusive thoughts

  • mood disorders

  • personality features

  • psychosis-related concerns

  • masking that needs deeper exploration

• Have significant risk, safety, or support needs that cannot be properly addressed in a brief screening appointment

• Have never explored childhood history, and where informant data is essential for accurate diagnosis

• Are hoping for ongoing support — screening is not a therapeutic pathway

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In these situations, a full clinical assessment is strongly recommended to ensure accuracy, safety, and ethical practice.