If you’re looking for autism assessment for yourself or your child in the City of Melton (including Melton, Caroline Springs and surrounding suburbs), Growth Minded Psychology provides comprehensive autism assessments from our Werribee (Wyndham) clinic in Melbourne’s west.
We regularly see clients who travel from the City of Melton for assessment and follow‑up.
Total fee: $2,000
Typical report timeframe: 2–6 weeks after the final assessment session
Phone: 03 9123 1266
Email: enquiries@growthminded.com.au
Clinic location (Werribee) and why City of Melton clients choose us
Although our clinic is based in Werribee (Wyndham), many families and adults in the City of Melton prefer an assessment service that is:
- structured and thorough
- clear about fees, timeframes and next steps
- suitable for children, adolescents and adults
- able to provide a written report with practical recommendations
If you’re in Melton, Caroline Springs or nearby suburbs, travelling to Werribee can be a workable option—particularly when you want clear guidance and a defined assessment pathway.
Autism assessment for Melton
People seeking assessment in Melton often want clarity about whether autism is present and what supports may be helpful at home, school, or work. We aim to provide a thorough assessment process and practical recommendations that are relevant to everyday functioning.
For families, it can help to plan assessment days around school schedules and allow extra travel time. For adults, we can discuss the most appropriate way to gather developmental history depending on what information is available.
Autism assessment for Caroline Springs
We also see many clients from Caroline Springs and nearby suburbs. Some people choose to travel to Werribee for assessment because it allows access to a clear assessment pathway and a comprehensive written report, which can be helpful when planning supports.
If you’re unsure whether travel is manageable, contact us and we can talk through what the assessment typically involves and what appointment structure may suit your circumstances.
What the assessment involves (overview)
Autism assessments at Growth Minded Psychology are conducted by Julian O’Sullivan (Psychologist) and are tailored to the person being assessed and the referral question.
Assessments may include a combination of:
- Interview / developmental history
- Children: typically a caregiver developmental history interview (often using the ADI‑R where appropriate)
- Adults: an interview and developmental history. Where possible and appropriate, this is ideally completed with a parent/caregiver using the ADI‑R. If a parent/caregiver is not available, the interview is completed with the adult being assessed and developmental history is gathered from other sources where possible.
- Direct assessment session (ADOS‑2 where clinically appropriate)
The ADOS‑2 is a structured observation session with the person being assessed.- With children, it is primarily delivered through interactive, play-based activities.
- With verbal adolescents and adults, it remains structured and interactive (age-appropriate) and typically includes conversational components and interview-style questions alongside tasks.
- Additional information gathering (with consent, if needed)
This may include input from educators/teachers or review of prior reports/records to help understand functioning across settings. - Report writing and a feedback session to discuss findings and recommendations.
For full details of the assessment process and inclusions, please see our main page:
Autism Testing & Assessment — Werribee (Wyndham) (link to your hub page)
Fees and timeframes
Total fee: $2,000
Timeframe: reports are typically provided within 2–6 weeks after the final in-clinic assessment session (often 2–5 weeks), depending on complexity and information gathering.
Suburbs we commonly see clients from (City of Melton)
We regularly see clients from across the City of Melton, including:
- Melton (Melton, Melton South, Melton West)
- Caroline Springs
- Burnside and Burnside Heights
- Taylors Hill
- Hillside
- Diggers Rest
- Rockbank
- Cobblebank
- Strathtulloh
- Kurunjang
- Brookfield
- Aintree
- Deanside
- Fraser Rise
- Plumpton
If you’re unsure whether your suburb is included, please contact us and we will advise.
Frequently Asked Questions (City of Melton)
Do you see clients from Melton and Caroline Springs?
Yes. We regularly see clients who travel from the City of Melton (including Melton and Caroline Springs) to our Werribee clinic for autism assessment.
Are assessments available for adults as well as children?
Yes. We assess adults as well as children and adolescents.
Do I need a referral?
Referrals can be helpful but are not always required. If you are seeking Medicare rebates for eligible under‑18 appointments, specific referral pathways may apply—please contact reception to clarify.
What if a parent/caregiver can’t attend for an adult assessment?
Where possible and appropriate, developmental history from a parent/caregiver can be very helpful. If that isn’t available, we can proceed with an adult interview and seek developmental history from other sources where possible.
How long does it take to receive the report?
Reports are typically provided within 2–6 weeks after the final assessment session, depending on complexity and information gathering.
Can you provide recommendations after assessment?
Yes. The report and feedback session include practical recommendations and next steps tailored to the individual and their circumstances.
Enquire about an autism assessment (City of Melton)
To enquire about an autism assessment for yourself or your child (City of Melton), please contact:
Growth Minded Psychology (Werribee)
Phone: 03 9123 1266
Email: enquiries@growthminded.com.au
Address: 267 Princes Highway, Werribee VIC 3030