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ADHD Assessment in Scarborough In-Person | Online Across Ontario and Nova Scotia
What we look at
An ADHD assessment looks at attention, focus, and organization, while also considering emotional well-being, environment, and life experiences.
It helps distinguish what might be related to ADHD from what could be shaped by stress, anxiety, or learning differences. Our goal is to understand how your brain works so you can find strategies and supports that help you thrive at school, at work, and in daily life.
What you'll walk away with
A clear understanding of whether ADHD or another factor best explains your experiences
Insight into attention, organization, and emotional regulation patterns
Personalized strategies for school, work, or daily life
Recommendations for therapy, accommodations, and treatment planning
A summary letter and a detailed report that can be shared with other professionals if needed
Optional screening for autism (if requested) to explore social communication, sensory, or developmental differences
Understanding whether an ADHD assessment is right for you or your child
Many people reach out for an ADHD assessment when they’re noticing patterns that feel confusing or unexpectedly hard to navigate. For some, focus and organization have always taken extra effort. For others, challenges begin to show up more clearly at school, work, or in day-to-day routines. Parents might notice that their child becomes easily overwhelmed, has trouble following instructions, or drifts off task. Adults may find themselves forgetting things, feeling mentally pulled in many directions, or working much harder than others to keep up.
An ADHD assessment can help make sense of these experiences and offer a supportive place to start. Understanding how attention, executive functioning, and learning patterns fit together often feels grounding and validating, and can open the door to strategies and supports that genuinely make life feel more manageable.
An ADHD assessment can offer clarity around:
How attention, focus, and distractibility show up day to day
Patterns in impulse control and emotional regulation
Working memory, organization, and how information is processed
Executive functioning skills (things like planning, prioritizing, and getting started on tasks)
Emotional responses, stress, and moments of overwhelm
Whether what you’re seeing aligns with ADHD, anxiety, learning differences, or something else entirely
Strengths that can support learning, problem-solving, and daily routines
These insights help people understand themselves more fully and make informed choices about supports at home, school, or work.
What an ADHD assessment can help clarify
Who we support
We work with:
Children who are finding attention, organization, or routines a little harder to manage
Teens whose growing workload makes focus, planning, or motivation feel more noticeable
Adults who are wondering whether ADHD might help explain long-standing patterns
Students preparing for college or university who need updated documentation
Families exploring whether ADHD or another explanation best fits what they’re seeing
Individuals who have received mixed feedback from teachers, physicians, or other professionals
If you’re unsure whether an ADHD assessment is the right next step, we’re happy to talk it through with you during your consultation.
Why families pursue an ADHD assessment
An ADHD assessment may be helpful when:
Focus, organisation, or follow-through are affecting school, work, or daily life
You notice patterns that feel harder to manage than expected
Emotional responses feel big, fast, or difficult to regulate
Instructions, transitions, or multitasking feel overwhelming
You want clarity between ADHD and experiences like anxiety or stress
Documentation is needed for school or workplace accommodations
You want recommendations that align with how you or your child naturally learn, plan, and function
Many people share that having language for their experience feels grounding, relieving, and confidence-building.
How it works
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Free consultation
Talk through your concerns and goals to confirm the best assessment approach.
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Intake interview (1 hour)
Gather background information and explore current challenges.
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Testing (2-3 hours)
Complete standardized measures and questionnaires, sometimes with input from caregivers, teachers, or employers.
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Scoring and interpretation
Combine results with developmental history and collateral input.
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Feedback session
Review findings, discuss what they mean, and plan next steps.
Quick feedback and reports available
Receive a summary letter right after feedback and a full written report within six to eight weeks. Rush options are available.
Fees & insurance
Our commitment to you
We take a thoughtful, person-centred approach to ADHD assessments. We slow things down, get curious about your story, and look at the full picture: your developmental history, emotional well-being, learning patterns, and the strengths that have carried you this far.
Our goal is to offer recommendations that feel practical, personalized, and genuinely supportive, so daily life feels a little easier, more predictable, and more aligned with what you need.
Frequently asked questions
about ADHD assessments
Is an ADHD assessment covered by OHIP?
ADHD assessments are not covered by OHIP. In Scarborough and across Ontario, they are completed privately by a registered psychologist. Many extended health plans offer full or partial reimbursement under psychological assessment benefits.How much does an ADHD assessment cost in Toronto or Scarborough?
Fees vary across clinics. At Thrive Psychology, we walk you through all costs during your consultation so you know exactly what’s included — the interview, testing, scoring, report writing and feedback session.How much is a full ADHD assessment?
A full assessment usually includes a clinical interview, standardised attention and executive functioning measures, questionnaires, optional cognitive testing and a detailed written report. Pricing reflects the time, expertise and tools involved. We review all fees with you before getting started.Is it worth paying for a private ADHD assessment?
Many families and adults share that a private assessment brings clarity, direction and relief. A deeper understanding of attention, learning and emotional patterns can support school, work, routines and relationships. For those in Scarborough and nearby areas, private assessments also offer more timely access than many public pathways.Is there a free ADHD assessment in Ontario?
Some publicly funded assessments are available through hospitals or community programs, but wait times can be long. Private assessments offer a faster way to get clear, supportive information and personalised recommendations.What does an adult ADHD assessment involve?
Adult assessments explore attention, organisation, emotional regulation, executive functioning and long-standing patterns that may be affecting daily life. We also consider work demands, relationships and past experiences. Adults in Scarborough can complete their assessment in person or online.What is included in an ADHD assessment?
Most assessments include a clinical interview, standardised attention and executive functioning measures, questionnaires, optional cognitive testing and a comprehensive report with practical recommendations.Do I need a referral for an ADHD assessment?
No referral is required. You can book directly at any time. Families and individuals in Scarborough often self-refer when they’re ready for clarity and next steps.How long does an ADHD assessment take?
Assessments typically include an intake session, a testing appointment, scoring and interpretation, and a feedback meeting. Most people receive their full written report within four to six weeks.Can an ADHD assessment identify other concerns?
Yes. A thorough assessment helps clarify whether what you’re noticing is best explained by ADHD or whether anxiety, learning differences or other experiences play a role. Our goal is to understand the whole picture, not just one possibility.What are some signs that an ADHD assessment may be helpful?
Attention challenges, forgetfulness, difficulty following instructions, emotional intensity, overwhelm, impulsivity or long-standing patterns that affect school, work or daily routines can all be signs that an assessment may offer clarity.Do you offer ADHD assessments in Scarborough and online?
Yes. We offer in-person ADHD assessments at our Scarborough clinic, as well as virtual assessments for individuals across Ontario.If this feels like the kind of support you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.
We take a warm, person-centred approach to every ADHD assessment. We move at a pace that feels manageable and offer recommendations that feel practical and supportive.