Developmental Assessments

A developmental assessment is a consultative process that involves working in partnership with parents. At Children’s Voice Psychology developmental assessment is designed to deepen understanding of your child's competencies and learning environments so that each child is given the opportunity to fulfill his or her developmental potential.

The process involves gathering information from multiple sources:

• observations of the child in a various play scenarios;
• observations of parent-child interactions and other interactions;
• interviews with parents and significant others in the child’s life;
• assessment tools such as parent questionnaires

Children’s Voice Psychology believes in evaluating children on their capabilities (not deficits) and promotes approaches that build understanding of how children manage life in relation to their family, community and culture.

Taking the next step?

Developmental assessment process is uniquely tailored to each child and situation; any concerns or queries about the process can be raised during the initial 30 minute parent consultation session. Parents will be provided with information regarding the assessment process, the written report, and the parent feedback session.

What are the Fees?

The cost of the initial 30 minute consultation appointment is $ 238.00

Fees charged are in accordance with Australian Psychological Society’s recommended rates. An estimated cost of a Developmental Assessment is from $685.00, depending on the purpose of the assessment. 

Private Health Insurance: Depending on your level of cover, some rebates may also be available from private insurance funds. If clients wish to claim a rebate they are encouraged to check eligibility with their health fund.

HICAPS electronic claims facility is available for direct claiming from your private health fund- you will only pay the gap between the rebate and the full fee.

Medicare rebate only applies if you have a referral from your medical practitioner for a ‘Mental Health Plan’.

For more information please click the fee schedule button.

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