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Psychological Assessment on the Gold Coast

  • Assessment scope discussed first
  • Direct assessment with Ann
  • Referral information reviewed where relevant
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Starting With the Reason for Your Assessment

If someone has recommended a psychological assessment, one of the first questions is usually what the assessment actually needs to address. At Ann Mitchell Psychologist, I provide psychological assessment on the Gold Coast and begin by clarifying the reason for the referral or enquiry, the information already available and the question being asked.

Drawing on my Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology), that first conversation helps distinguish an assessment from a broader psychology appointment and lets me explain what information may be needed before anything is booked. If you have a referral or documents connected with the request, let me know. Contact me on (07) 5527 6585 to discuss the assessment enquiry.

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Assessment

What Psychological Assessment May Involve

The process depends on the purpose of the assessment and the information required. It may involve:

  • An initial discussion about the referral question
  • Review of relevant background or documentation
  • Assessment activities suited to the agreed scope
  • Follow-up discussion where applicable

Information to Have Ready Before Assessment

When you enquire, let me know why the assessment has been requested and whether you have a referral or other relevant documents.

I can then explain what information I need and what the assessment process may involve.

Because requirements differ depending on the purpose of the assessment, I prefer to clarify these details with you before an appointment is booked. Whether Medicare or private health fund rebates may apply depends on the assessment and your arrangements, so please ask me about eligibility before booking.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A psychological assessment is a structured way of gathering and considering information for a particular question, referral or concern. The process is not identical for every person because the purpose of the assessment matters. Before we begin, I will clarify why the assessment has been requested, review the relevant background and explain what I need from you. That allows me to establish an appropriate scope rather than assuming the same assessment process applies in every situation.

If you have a referral, previous information or other documents connected with the reason for the assessment, let me know when you enquire. What I need will depend on the question the assessment is intended to address. You do not need to guess which documents are relevant before speaking with me. Once I understand why the assessment has been requested, I can explain what information to provide and what you should have available for the appointment.

No. Different assessments can have different purposes, referral questions and information requirements. I will first clarify what is being asked and review the background that is relevant to that question. From there, I can explain the assessment process that applies to your circumstances, including any activities or follow-up discussion that may be needed. It is best to confirm these details with me before booking rather than assuming the process will match someone else's assessment.

A psychological assessment is usually organised around a defined question or purpose, whereas ongoing psychology appointments may involve broader discussion of concerns you bring to consultation. The process and information needed can therefore be different. If you are unsure which service you have been asked to arrange, tell me what has prompted the enquiry. I can clarify the intended scope with you before we decide what type of appointment needs to be booked.
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