A compassionate, evidence-based approach to neuroaffirming psychological assessment — identifying and understanding each individual’s unique neurotype, including Autism, ADHD, learning profiles, and related differences, through a trauma-informed and strengths-based lens.
Autism Identification
A comprehensive, neuroaffirming assessment process that explores social communication, sensory processing, and patterns of thinking and behaviour to understand an individual’s unique neurotype. Our approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and trauma-informed — helping to identify Autism in a way that celebrates neurodiversity and informs meaningful support.
Dr Renee Cachia is experienced in using the ADOS-2 and the MIGDAS (a strengths-based, sensory-informed interview style), paired with semi-structured parent interviews and developmental histories to ensure a thorough, person-centred understanding. Dr Renee has been working in Autism identification and early intervention for over 10 years.
ADHD Identification
An in-depth, neuroaffirming assessment that explores attention, executive functioning, self-regulation, and energy patterns to understand how the ADHD neurotype uniquely presents in each individual. Our approach highlights both strengths and areas of challenge, supporting self-understanding and practical strategies for thriving across settings.
Dr Renee Cachia primarily uses the Conners assessments, paired with additional measures as needed — including child behaviour observations, semi-structured parent interviews, and cognitive assessment where appropriate — to build a clear, evidence-based picture of the child’s profile.
Cognitive, Educational & SLD
A thorough, neuroaffirming assessment of cognitive and academic functioning to understand how an individual processes information and learns. This process identifies strengths, learning differences, and specific learning disabilities (SLD) such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, or dyscalculia, as well as intellectual disabilities, giftedness, and twice-exceptional profiles.
Dr Renee Cachia uses the WISC and WIAT assessments, alongside school and teacher reports, to provide a clear, evidence-based understanding and practical recommendations that support confidence, learning, and personal growth.
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Submit a new client enquiry and we will endeavour to respond with booking options within 24-48 hours. We are currently accepting assessment referrals.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Our Comprehensive Reports
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Evidence-based assessments that thoroughly capture your child’s unique profile.
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Our reports focus on strengths, development, and individuality and differences, not solely diagnostic labels or checklists.
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Clear, practical guidance for home, school, and everyday life.
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Tailored insights to support learning, accommodations, and teaching strategies.
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Guidance on how assessment findings may inform eligibility and supports.
Our assessments result in comprehensive, neuroaffirming, strengths-based psychological reports that tell an empowering narrative about each child’s development. Reports provide clear next steps for parents, alongside individualised, process-based goals tailored to support every child’s growth and flourishing.
Work With Us: Experienced Psychologists conveniently located at Pakington Health in Newtown, Geelong. Supporting Families Across Geelong, Surf Coast, and Bellarine Peninsula with Telehealth Options Australia-Wide