Anxiety New Zealand offers a limited number of adult ADHD assessments for people aged 25 years and older, where attention, executive functioning or emotional regulation concerns may be contributing to anxiety, panic, avoidance, stress-related distress, or functional challenges connected with anxiety-related presentations.

Assessments are available: 

• In person at our St Lukes clinic, Auckland 

• Online (for eligible clients) 

A full ADHD assessment requires completion of both Part 1 and Part 2. Part 1 is always completed first. The pathway is the same for people who are or have been clients with Anxiety NZ previously.

What to Expect 

We aim to provide timely ADHD assessments and avoid people joining long waitlists. For this reason, we can confirm our current timeframe before you complete a referral, so you can decide if we are the right service for you. 

Current timeframe: We can usually see people within 2 to 4 weeks. 

Once you enquire, the typical steps are: 

1. Email enquiry: Contact us at adhd@anxiety.org.nz. We will confirm our current timeframe and whether this pathway is likely to meet your needs. 

2. Referral form: If you would like to proceed, here is an ADHD self-referral form to complete. 

3. Referral Review (no cost): A clinician will review your referral to check suitability of our service and next steps. 

4. Assessment booking and payment: If appropriate, we will offer an Initial Assessment package. If you decide to go forward, you will need to complete registration and psychometric forms, and prepayment is required prior to Part 1. If progressing, you will need to complete additional psychometric forms, and pre-payment is required prior to Part 2. 

5. Part 1 (Initial Assessment): Online appointment, wellbeing screening, psychometric questionnaires and scoring. Please note an ADHD diagnosis outcome is not provided at this stage.

6. Part 2 (Diagnostic Psychiatric Assessment, if indicated): In person or online appointment with a medical doctor. This may include diagnosis, treatment recommendations, and medication discussion where appropriate. 

Please note that timeframes can change depending on appointment availability and clinical resourcing. We will provide the most accurate estimate at the time you enquire. 

Assessment Structure and Fees 

Initial Assessment – Part 1 (Fee: $370) 

Includes: 

• Psychometrics:

  -ADHD self-assessments and observer forms emailed to you and scored by a clinician.

  -Sleep assessment questionnaire sent to you and scored by a clinician.

  -Mental health screening questionnaires (including anxiety and depression) scored

• Appointment:

  -Initial adult ADHD assessment online with a mental health clinician (Saturday or other times by arrangement). 

• Outcome: Recommendation to either conclude or progress to Part 2. 

Diagnostic Psychiatric Assessment – Part 2 (Fee: $699) 

Appointment in-person or online by a medical doctor (MOSS Psychiatry), Wednesday or Saturday. 

Includes: 

• Comprehensive psychiatric assessment over 1 to 2 appointments

• Consideration of medication where appropriate 

• Blood pressure and heart rate check (if appropriate)

• An initial prescription if indicated and agreed 

• Diagnostic outcome and clinical recommendations 

• Clinical review approximately two weeks after starting medication 

• Written summary report 

• Prescription summary for your GP for ongoing medication management (if appropriate) 

• ADHD resources and information 

Optional Follow Up Services 

Available after completion of a full assessment with Anxiety New Zealand: 

• Medication reviews (ongoing prescriptions, titration or trials as appropriate): $185 

• Therapy services with a psychologist for ADHD and mental health support: $185 

• Counselling for ADHD and mental health support. Learn more about counselling here.  

Is this ADHD Assessment Service Right for Me? 

This service may be a good fit if you: 

• are aged 25 years or older 

• have ongoing concerns about attention, organisation, impulsivity, time management, or task initiation that impact daily life 

• want a structured assessment pathway that may include a psychiatric review and discussion of medication options where appropriate 

• can complete questionnaires and provide supporting information, including an observer form (someone who knows you well) 

• are comfortable meeting online or attending our St Lukes clinic (depending on what is recommended and available) 

• have attention, executive functioning or emotional regulation concerns that may be contributing to anxiety, panic, avoidance, stress-related distress, or functional impairment connected with anxiety-related presentations.

This service may not be the best fit if you: 

• are under 25 (we are not currently able to assess children, young people, or young adults) 

• need an urgent mental health assessment or crisis support (contact emergency services, your GP, or local crisis teams) 

• require formal reports for court, workplace, academic accommodations, or immigration 

• are seeking assessment specifically for autism, learning disabilities, dyslexia, dyscalculia, or cognitive testing (we can suggest other pathways where appropriate) 

• mainly need help with executive functioning strategies rather than diagnostic assessment (therapy or coaching may be a better starting point) 

If you are unsure, email adhd@anxiety.org.nz and we can advise whether our assessment pathway is likely to meet your needs. 

Equity and Access 

We recognise that access to assessment and diagnosis has not been equitable, and that many people face barriers including cost, availability, culture and stigma. Our ADHD assessment service has limited capacity, so we may not be able to offer appointments to everyone who enquires. We aim to offer a fair and respectful process, and where our service is not the right fit or is not available, we will support you with information and suggested next steps. We welcome people of all backgrounds and are committed to providing a service that is mana enhancing, culturally safe, and inclusive. 

Important Information 

Please note: 

• This service is for adults aged 25 years and older only. We are unable to offer ADHD assessments for children, young people, or young adults. 

• An initial assessment doesn't provide an ADHD diagnosis outcome.

• A full assessment for ADHD (Part 1 and 2) does not guarantee a diagnosis of ADHD. 

• A diagnosis of ADHD does not guarantee medication will be prescribed. 

• This service does not provide formal diagnoses for autism, learning disabilities, dyslexia, dyscalculia, or similar conditions. We may suggest other services for these assessments if appropriate. 

• This service does not include executive functioning assessments or reports for academic, workplace, or legal purposes. 

• We may recommend additional evaluations at another service such as cognitive testing or screening for co-occurring conditions. 

📍 Address: 77 Morningside Drive, St Luke's, Auckland 🌐 Learn More: anxiety.org.nz/adhd 📞 Phone: 09 846 9776 ✉️ Email: adhd@anxiety.org.nz 

Please note: This service is not suitable for people currently experiencing crisis, psychosis, or severe depression, or where there are immediate safety concerns, or there is a need for more comprehensive mental health support. All referrals are reviewed by a mental health professional to help assess the suitability of our service to meet a person's needs. Due to a limited number or appointments available, we may not be able to offer an ADHD assessment.