ADHD Assessment Wait Times in Melbourne

ADHD assessment waitlists in Melbourne commonly run to 6–12 months at public services and many private practices, which is one of the main reasons ADHD in adults and children so often goes undiagnosed for years. At the Behavioural Neurotherapy Clinic (BNC) in Doncaster, there is no waitlist for an initial appointment: most new clients are seen within 1–2 weeks of first contact, with the full assessment (clinical interview, standardised testing, and feedback session) typically completed within 2–4 weeks.

Why ADHD Assessment Wait Times Vary

Wait times depend heavily on where you go. Public mental health services and hospital-based clinics typically have the longest queues, often 6 months or more, due to high demand and limited funded places. General private psychology practices vary widely, many do not specialise in ADHD and may need to refer complex cases elsewhere. ADHD clinics like BNC, with dedicated assessment pathways and multiple psychologists trained in ADHD-specific tools, are generally able to offer the shortest wait from enquiry to first appointment.

How to Be Seen Sooner

You may call (03) 9848 9100 to book an initial appointment directly. Telehealth via Zoom is also available which can also reduce the wait. A referral under a GP MHCP is required to access Medicare rebates for psychology sessions.

Updated on 18/08/2026 by: Dr Jacques Duff PhD- BA Psych; Grad Dip Applied Psychology; FANSA, Clinical Neuroscientist.
Reviewed on18/08/2026 by: Bernard Ferriere- Clinical Psychologist; BA; Grad Dip Applied Psychology; Dip Clinical Hypnosis; MAPS