What is a Cognitive Assessment?

Let’s strip away the jargon. A cognitive assessment is simply a structured process that helps us understand how your brain functions. It explores how you think, remember, solve problems, learn, and regulate attention.

The goal? To provide insight, not just a diagnosis. A good cognitive assessment doesn’t put people in boxes; it opens up doors.

We use a variety of cognitive assessment tools to answer real-world questions such as:

• Why is my child struggling to focus or keep up in class?
• Do I have ADHD or Autism that’s gone undiagnosed?
• What’s behind my ongoing memory issues or learning difficulties?
• How do I provide evidence for NDIS support or an immigration case?
• Am I eligible for workplace or educational accommodations?
• How can I advocate better for my child, partner, or myself?

These aren’t just tests. They serve as a roadmap for how to move forward.

Our Cognitive Assessment System, Tools & Services

Every client is different. That’s why we customise each cognitive assessment system to fit your unique needs, concerns, and goals; no cookie-cutter shortcuts.

IQ Intelligence Testing

Ideal for children and adults, an IQ intelligence test evaluates areas such as working memory, verbal reasoning, processing speed, and problem-solving. It’s a great starting point for identifying giftedness, intellectual disabilities, or unexplained learning challenges.

Used in schools, workplaces, and official applications, our IQ assessments offer more than a score; they offer context.

ADHD Diagnosis (Children & Adults)

Think you might have ADHD, or wondering how to get an ADHD diagnosis for your child? We provide both child and adult ADHD diagnosis services that include:

• Clinical interviews
• Behavioural questionnaires
• Executive functioning assessments

Many clients come to us later in life, looking for answers after years of frustration. Whether you need an ADHD diagnosis in Sydney, Liverpool, or online, or ongoing ADHD counselling, our process is affirming, thorough, and empowering.

Autism (ASD) Diagnosis

Navigating the world with undiagnosed Autism can feel confusing and isolating. Our team offers Autism diagnosis assessments using gold-standard tools and a warm, person-centred neuro-affirming approach.

We support both children and adults seeking an autism diagnosis, and provide psychological reports that meet criteria for schools, NDIS, or clinical use.

Wondering how to get an Autism diagnosis? We’ll guide you through every step at your pace.

Learning Disability Assessments

Our psychologists assess school-age children for a variety of cognitive, behavioural, and learning needs, helping parents and teachers better understand what a child needs rather than just what they do.

These reports can assist with:

• Learning support plans
• Speech or occupational therapy referrals
• Early intervention funding
• Classroom accommodations

If your child is struggling, a cognitive ability assessment can uncover the reason and help create a plan.

NDIS Psychological Reports & Reviews

Accessing or maintaining NDIS support can depend on the quality of your documentation. We offer psychological reports that meet all NDIA standards, clearly outlining:

• Functional capacity
• Cognitive strengths and limitations
• Diagnosis where relevant
• Recommendations for supports and services

We regularly support NDIS reviews, initial access requests, and reassessments for clients across Australia.

Legal, Court & Immigration Reports

Need a formal psychological report for legal proceedings or immigration purposes? Our reports are written with sensitivity and clinical precision.

Common uses include:

• Parenting capacity reports
• Mental health assessments for court
• Immigration character references
• Work injury or accident-related claims

We ensure every report is clear, objective, and grounded in ethical psychological practice.

How Long Do Psychoeducational & Cognitive Assessment Tests Take?

It depends on the nature of the assessment, but we’re transparent from the start. Most cognitive assessments take between 4 to 8 hours, often across multiple sessions. 

This includes:

• A thorough intake session
• The assessment itself (in-person or via secure telehealth)
• Scoring, analysis, and interpretation
• A detailed psychological report
• Optional feedback session to explain the results

Need something urgent or time-sensitive? Please let us know, as we strive to accommodate fast turnarounds whenever possible.

Cognitive Assessments Online

If you can’t attend in person, we offer secure, reliable online cognitive assessments across Australia. We’ve worked with clients nationwide via telehealth.

Online therapy and testing are ideal for:

• Adults seeking an ADHD diagnosis Australia-wide
• ASD screening and adult ASD diagnosis
• NDIS reviews and functional assessments
• Students needing cognitive assessment for school

All our online cognitive assessments follow strict professional and ethical guidelines to ensure accuracy and confidentiality.

Why Choose MindSea Psychology for Your Cognitive Ability Assessment?

At MindSea Psychology, we believe cognitive assessments should be more than technical; they should be transformative.

We’re not just testing what you can or can’t do. We’re uncovering how you think, learn, and engage with the world, and what support systems can help you thrive.

Here’s why individuals and families trust us:

• Highly experienced in neurodivergence, trauma, and learning support
• Psychologists trained in the latest cognitive assessment tools
• Face-to-face sessions in Liverpool and telehealth services Australia-wide
• Reports tailored for NDIS, legal, school, and clinical use
• Warm, collaborative, and culturally sensitive approach

Book a Cognitive Assessment Today

Get Clarity. Get Answers. Get Support. 

If you’ve been searching for a deeper understanding of yourself, your child, or a loved one, a cognitive assessment can be the first step toward lasting change.

Whether you need an IQ test, an adult ADHD diagnosis, an Autism assessment, or a report for NDIS or legal purposes, our team at MindSea Psychology is here to help.

Book an appointment today at our Liverpool clinic or speak with us online about cognitive assessments in Australia.