What is the Process?
1. Pre-Assessment
2. Initial Interview
2. Initial Interview
Standardised questionnaires are provided to the client and, where appropriate, to individuals such as parents, partners, or other key supports. These tools gather valuable insights into areas like attention, impulsivity, executive functioning, and social–emotional functioning. This helps identify specific areas of concern and patterns across contexts.
2. Initial Interview
2. Initial Interview
2. Initial Interview
A structured conversation explores the individual’s developmental, cognitive, academic, and social history, along with current strengths and challenges. This step clarifies the referral question and ensures the assessment is tailored to the client’s goals and needs.
3. WAIS-IV/WISC-V
2. Initial Interview
3. WAIS-IV/WISC-V
The WAIS-IV (for adults) or WISC-V (for adolescents) is administered to assess intellectual functioning, including areas such as verbal comprehension, working memory, and processing speed. These results provide context for understanding cognitive strengths and differences and areas for support.
4. Report Writing
5. Feedback Session
3. WAIS-IV/WISC-V
A detailed, client-centered report is prepared, summarising assessment results, interpretations, and neuro-affirming recommendations for support, interventions, or accommodations tailored to the individual's unique needs.
5. Feedback Session
5. Feedback Session
5. Feedback Session
A collaborative session where findings are explained in a clear and supportive manner, with opportunities for the individual (and family/support person, if appropriate) to ask questions, discuss implications, and plan next steps.