Services & Fees

Renee uses an evidence-based approach when conducting assessments. Testing sessions must be face-to face and can take approximately five to eight hours (including rest breaks). 


Assessments for Clinical Purposes:


Renee offers assessments for a variety of clinical purposes, including:

 

  • Comprehensive assessments to assist with diagnosis in adults and older adults
  • Neurological conditions including multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease etc. 
  • Neurodegenerative conditions including Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, fronto-temporal dementia, lewy body dementia
  • Mild cognitive impairment
  • Traumatic brain injury and post-concussion syndrome
  • NDIS and DSP assessments
  • Memory/IQ assessment
  • Assessments to assess effects of treatment (e.g., post surgery)
  • Assessments to investigate the cognitive changes associated with psychiatric conditions such as schizophrenia, depression, PTSD, and personality disorders
  • Assessments of specific learning disorders (e.g., reading, spelling, mathematics)

 


Civil Medicolegal Assessments: 

 

  • Adult to older adult populations
  • Independent medical examinations
  • Opinions of permanent impairment based on the AMA5
  • Diagnosis of neuropsychological disorders (e.g., brain injury)
  • Capacity assessments for guardianship and financial administration orders
  • Testamentary capacity for wills and other legal decisions



Assessments for WorkCover/Insurance purposes:

 

  • Assessments to investigate the impact of injury on cognitive functioning in the context of return to work
  • Assessments to assist with TPD claims
  • Assessments of psychological functioning, personality, and effort
  • Assessments on the impact a brain injury/illness has on an individual's capacity for aspects of their daily functioning, including independent living, work function, or future employment

 


Fees


Fees are based the Australian Psychological Society's (APS) schedule of recommended hourly fees. Please note unfortunately there is currently no Medicare rebate available for neuropsychological assessments.


Please contact renee@rtneuropsychology.com.au for a quote.