ADHD & Autism Assessments for Adults Across Australia
Neurodiversity-Affirming Online Assessments For High-Masking, Late-Identified, and Internally Experienced Presentations.
Welcome - I’m Catherine Eliot
I’m a Clinical Psychologist based in Australia with a focused interest in neurodiversity-affirming assessments for ADHD and Autism in adults.
I am particularly drawn to supporting individuals whose experiences may have been overlooked or misunderstood, including those with more internalised or high-masking presentations. Many of the people I work with are insightful, capable, and deeply self-aware, yet have spent years navigating challenges that haven’t always been recognised or accurately explained.
Alongside my clinical training, I also bring personal insight into ADHD, which informs a deeper appreciation of the more nuanced and often less visible ways it can present in adulthood. This perspective supports me to approach assessments with both clinical rigour and genuine understanding, particularly for those who may not identify with more traditional or externalised presentations.
My approach to assessment is thoughtful, thorough, and collaborative. I aim to create a space where you can feel at ease and able to be yourself, without needing to mask or “fit” a particular expectation.
The process is designed not only to assess for diagnosis where appropriate, but to offer meaningful insight into how your mind works, including both strengths and areas of difficulty.
My approach is warm, practical, and grounded in both lived experience and evidence-based practice.
Services are provided online via secure videoconferencing for adults aged 18+ living in Australia.
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Diagnostic Assessment + Report
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Diagnostic Assessment + Summary/diagnostic letter
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Diagnostic Assessment + Summary letter.
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Diagnostic Assessment + Summary /diagnostic letter.
Contact Me
I am based in Australia and provide assessment-only services online via secure videoconferencing to adults (18+) living in Australia.
My assessments are available Australia wide.
Before getting in touch please ensure you have read through the details about the assessment process & fees to ensure this service is the best fit for you.
If you are ready to book in an assessment please get in touch with me via the contact form below.
I aim to respond to queries within 48hrs.
Your Questions Answered
Are online assessments valid and recognised?
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Yes. Telehealth assessments are widely used and can be conducted effectively online using evidence-based assessment methods and standardised tools.
Where appropriate, assessments may include clinical interview, questionnaires, developmental history, and collateral information from someone who knows you well.
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How do I get started?
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Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or send an email to enquire or book your assessment.
Do I need a referral?
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Will I definitely receive a diagnosis?
A referral is not required to book an assessment for ADHD or Autism. Medicare does not currently offer rebates for assessment services.
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Can you prescribe medication?
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What if I’m not sure whether I have ADHD or Autism?
No. As a Clinical Psychologist, I am unable to prescribe medication for ADHD. If appropriate, assessment reports can be shared with a Psychiatrist or GP to support further discussion regarding treatment options.
That is very common.
Many people seek assessment because they have a longstanding sense that something has been missed, or because previous explanations have not fully captured their experience.
The assessment process is designed to explore your experiences carefully and thoughtfully, rather than making assumptions from the outset.
Not necessarily. The purpose of assessment is to develop an accurate and clinically informed understanding of your experiences. In most cases, this will result in a diagnosis; in others, it may identify alternative or additional explanations.
Regardless of the outcome, the process aims to provide clarity, insight, and helpful recommendations moving forward.