Comprehensive Mental Health Assessments

A comprehensive mental health assessment is an in-depth evaluation of your emotional, psychological, and mental state with recommendations from our qualified psychologists.

If you are facing significant life challenges, have experienced a traumatic event or just feel that you might benefit from a deeper understanding of your mental health, an assessment is the key step towards identifying any issues and receiving the right treatment. Book in an assessment intake session to discuss if an assessment is right for you.

We offer a range of assessments including:

Cognitive assessment
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder
Autism spectrum disorder
Educational assessments
Adaptive behaviour
Comprehensive NDIS assessments

How Comprehensive Mental Health Assessments Works

The goal of a comprehensive mental health assessment is to diagnose any mental health disorders accurately, understand the individual’s specific needs, and develop an effective treatment plan. Here’s how it typically works:

Background semi-structured interview

This comprises an interview with a psychologist to collect relevant information including family history, developmental and medical background, diagnoses, education, employment, living situation assessments, activities of daily living, interventions, social and formal supports.

Personality Assessment Inventory (PAI)

This is an objective measure of adult personality. The measure assesses psychopathological syndromes and provides information relevant for clinical diagnosis. It can also be used for treatment planning.

Depending on the referral and the needs of each individual other measures of functioning and psychological wellbeing will be utilised to ensure that requirements are met.

Time: 2-hour assessment
Investment: $1500

Structured Clinical Interview for the DSM-5 (SCID-5)

This is a structured interview using the Diagnostic Statistics Manual -5 as a guide to formulate diagnosis. The DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition) is a widely used manual for diagnosing mental disorders, published by the American Psychiatric Association. It provides comprehensive guidelines for the diagnosis of mental health conditions, based on specific criteria and categories.

Feedback Session

A feedback session is recommended after a mental health assessment. A feedback session provides the opportunity for the client to go through the findings of the report with the clinician who did the assessment, ask questions, and develop an understanding of the results and recommendations.

Time: 50-minute feedback session
Investment: $250

Who should undertake an assessment?

A comprehensive mental health assessment can be beneficial for a wide range of individuals, particularly in the following situations:

If you’re experiencing symptoms of mental health disorders (like prolonged sadness or anxiety).
If you notice significant changes in behaviour or mood, such as social withdrawal or mood swings.
If you’ve undergone a traumatic event and possibly facing its psychological aftermath.
If you are struggling with substance abuse issues that might be linked to mental health problems.
If you’re dealing with chronic physical health conditions that may affect mental well-being.
If you have a family history of mental illness, especially if similar symptoms are emerging.
For children or adolescents showing behavioural, emotional, or learning difficulties.
If you’re about to start psychiatric medication or therapy, to ensure the treatment plan is appropriate.
If you are diagnosed mental health conditions, for regular monitoring and treatment adjustment.

Take The First Step To A Better Quality Of Life

Step 1

Book session

Book an appointment with us so we can identify your support needs and make the best recommendations for you.

Step 2

Planning the treatment

We will conduct a thorough assessment to understand your specific symptoms and other relevant factors. From there, we’ll work out a personalised plan to help you feel better.

Step 3

Treatment and monitoring

We encourage you to attend your sessions regularly to ensure your needs are met and so we can monitor your progress and adjust the treatment plan as needed.

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Our Promise

Comprehensive Services

We offer a range of evidence-based, drug-free treatments for anxiety, trauma, neurodiversity, poor sleep, and chronic pain.

Expertise and Experience

Masterpiece Psychology was founded by Renee Mill, a clinical psychologist and occupational therapist with 40 years of clinical experience. She is a dedicated researcher on anxiety solutions. She has written three books and a treatment manual on anxiety and has presented to various organisations and media outlets.

Renee has handpicked her team of highly qualified psychologists, psychotherapists, and hypnotherapists and guarantees you will receive quality services and professionalism.

Warm and Caring Environment

From our practitioners to our reception staff, the whole team is empathic and supportive to ensure that you feel understood and cared for throughout your therapy journey.

Professional Fees That Suit Every Budget

Our psychologists have varying fees that can suit every budget. This allows us to help more people of all ages and from all walks of life.

Face-to-face, & Telehealth Sessions Available

Choose sessions that best fit your schedules and preferences. We can help you even if you live in far locations, have mobility issues, or prefer the comfort of your own home.

Caring Sydney Clinicians you can trust

Renee Mill

Director, Principal Clinical Psychologist, Supervisor and Best Selling Author

Tess Moffat Sosa

Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Julia Garami

Clinical Psychologist

Donna Alderson

Psychotherapist / Mediator

Priya Gauchan

Registered Psychologist

Natalie Majdanzic

Provisional Psychologist

Yiss Mill

Drumbeat Practitioner

Marcelle Maisel

Hypnotherapist

Don’t Be Afraid To Seek Help

Where to find us

Location: Suite 18, Level 3, Edgecliff Mews, 201 New South Head Rd, Edgecliff NSW 2027

Public Transportation: Masterpiece Psychology is only a 1-minute walk from Edgecliff Station. Several bus routes go past the offices of Masterpiece Psychology.

Parking: On-street parking is available, and paid parking stations are nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

How confidential are the results of a mental health assessment?

The results of your mental health assessment are highly confidential. They are only shared with your consent, except in cases where there’s a risk of harm to yourself or others, or as required by law.

How long does an assessment take?

The length of the assessment can vary depending on its complexity. Typically, it might take anywhere from an hour to several hours depending on what is being assessed. This will be discussed prior to the assessment.

Can I bring someone with me to the assessment?

You are welcome to bring someone for support, but they may be asked to wait outside during parts of the assessment to ensure your privacy and comfort in sharing personal information. For some assessments a family member or support/carer may be required to collect additional information. This will be discussed before commencement of the assessment.

What happens after the assessment?

After the assessment, we’ll discuss the findings with you and recommend a treatment plan. This plan might include therapy, medication, lifestyle changes, or referrals to other specialists.

Is a mental health assessment covered by insurance?

Coverage for psychological assessments varies greatly and we recommend you contact your insurance provider or Medicare. You should check with your insurance company to understand what is covered under your policy.

What if I disagree with the assessment results?

If you have concerns about the assessment findings, we can discuss them in detail. You are also entitled to seek a second opinion from another mental health professional.

Can I request a specific type of therapy or treatment following the assessment?

Absolutely, your preferences are important, and we will consider them when recommending a treatment plan. The goal is to find the approach that works best for you.