How much is an adult ADHD assessment in Melbourne?

SetMind charges a private specialist fee for the initial ADHD assessment, with a Medicare rebate of approximately $235 applied where you have a valid GP referral. Out-of-pocket cost depends on session length; the exact fee and rebate breakdown is on our Fees & Rebates page.

How long does it take to get an ADHD diagnosis in Melbourne?

From referral to written diagnosis is usually 4–8 weeks: 1–3 weeks to your initial telehealth appointment, then screening, the 60–90 minute interview, and a follow-up. Private in-person ADHD psychiatrists in Melbourne commonly quote 6–9 month waits for an initial appointment.

Who can diagnose ADHD in Victoria?

In Victoria, formal ADHD diagnosis and initial stimulant prescribing sit with psychiatrists and paediatricians. GPs and psychologists can screen and refer. Once stabilised, ongoing prescribing can transition to your GP under a shared-care plan.

Can my Melbourne GP continue prescribing under shared care?

Yes. Victoria's Schedule 8 framework supports GP continuation prescribing once a psychiatrist has confirmed the diagnosis and stabilised treatment. We send your Melbourne GP a structured shared-care plan with the dose, monitoring schedule, and clear escalation criteria.

Do I need to come into a Melbourne clinic?

No. The full assessment is online — there's no in-person component. You'll need a private space, a camera, and a stable internet connection. We do not have a Melbourne CBD clinic and you don't need one.

Adult ADHD assessment · Melbourne

Adult ADHD Assessment in Melbourne.

Reviewed by the SetMind Team · Last reviewed June 2026

Structured adult ADHD assessment for people in Melbourne and across Victoria — by secure video on Melbourne time. SetMind psychiatrists work from your GP referral, validated screeners and a comprehensive diagnostic interview, then send a written formulation back to your GP. Most Melburnians we see have already been quoted multi-month waits for an in-person ADHD psychiatrist; the telehealth pathway is usually 1–3 weeks from referral.

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About this service

Specialist adult ADHD assessment.

Appointments run on AEST / AEDT and are scheduled to suit working Melbourne adults. You'll be seen by an AHPRA-registered psychiatrist; the written assessment goes back to your referring GP so care stays joined-up across Victoria.

Victoria's private psychiatry workforce is heavily concentrated in inner Melbourne, and waits for in-person adult ADHD assessment commonly run 6–9 months. We see Melburnians across the CBD, Inner North, Inner East, Bayside, the South-East corridor and the West, with evening slots that fit around tram and train commutes from Footscray, Box Hill, Clayton or Frankston.

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What's included

What you get with a Melbourne adult ADHD assessment.

Pre-assessment validated screeners (ASRS, DIVA-5-style)
60–90 minute specialist diagnostic interview by an AHPRA-registered psychiatrist
Structured developmental and functional history
Written diagnostic formulation to you and your referring GP
Discussion of evidence-based options where a diagnosis is confirmed
Shared-care plan so your GP can continue prescribing long-term

Who it's for

Is this the right service for you?

Suited for

Adults 18+ in Melbourne who suspect ADHD
People whose GP or psychologist has recommended specialist review
Patterns traceable to childhood or school years, still affecting work or relationships

Not suited for

Under-18s (we are an adults-only service)
Acute mental-health crisis or active suicidality
People without a current GP referral

How it works

From GP referral to written plan.

Step 01
Get a GP referral
Any AHPRA-registered Australian GP can refer you. Your Melbourne GP referral is nationally valid.
Step 02
Pre-assessment screening
We send validated screeners and a brief history form before the appointment, so the session is focused.
Step 03
Specialist video assessment
Specialist video appointment on AEST / AEDT, with an AHPRA-registered psychiatrist.
Step 04
Plan sent to you and your GP
Written assessment and treatment plan, with shared-care handover so prescribing can stay local.

Eligibility

Who this service is for.

Adults 18 and over living in Australia
You have, or can obtain, a current GP referral
You can attend a video appointment from a private space
You are not in acute crisis or experiencing current thoughts of self-harm

Not suitable for under-18s, acute mental-health crisis, or emergency care. Outcomes vary — assessment may or may not result in a diagnosis or prescription.

Medicare & fees

Medicare-rebated specialist care.

With a valid GP referral and an MBS-eligible item, standard Medicare rebates apply to specialist psychiatric appointments. Out-of-pocket costs, item numbers and rebate amounts are listed in full on our fees page.

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Adult ADHD Assessment in Melbourne — common questions

Frequently asked.

SetMind charges a private specialist fee for the initial ADHD assessment, with a Medicare rebate of approximately $235 applied where you have a valid GP referral. Out-of-pocket cost depends on session length; the exact fee and rebate breakdown is on our Fees & Rebates page.

If you need help right now

SetMind is not an emergency service. If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself:

Emergency
000
Lifeline
13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Service
1300 659 467
Beyond Blue
1300 22 4636

This page is general information, not medical advice. It is not a substitute for an individual clinical assessment. Outcomes vary between people.

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Ready to start in Melbourne?

Bring your current GP referral. We handle the rest — screening, specialist assessment, written plan back to your GP.

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