Evidence-Based Psychological Insight.
Standardised, evidence-based assessments to inform understanding, diagnosis, and support planning.
Who is this for?
Psychometric assessments are suitable for children, young people, and adults who require a detailed, clinically-informed understanding of their cognitive, emotional, behavioural, or developmental profile.
These assessments are often used to:
Support diagnosis or clarification of support needs
Inform educational, therapeutic, or behavioural planning
Provide insight into cognitive strengths and challenges
Guide support for individuals with complex presentations or dual diagnosis
This service is commonly accessed by:
Families and carers
Allied health teams
NDIS providers and support coordinators
Schools and residential services
Legal and forensic services
How does it work?
SAL Consulting’s assessment process is comprehensive, person-centred, and flexible—delivered by experienced clinicians who are skilled in both clinical interpretation and building rapport with individuals across a range of settings.
The process may include:
Clinical interviews with the individual and their support network
File review to understand history and context
Direct observation and interaction
Administration of relevant psychometric tools, selected based on the referral question and individual profile
Our clinicians are trained in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of a wide range of standardised, validated tools in the following domains:
Cognitive functioning
Memory and learning
Child development
Adaptive and functional skills
Trauma-related responses
Behavioural and emotional functioning
Mental health and psychiatric screening
Autism and neurodevelopmental assessments
Sexual knowledge and risk of sexual harm/violence
A detailed written report is provided, offering a clear clinical formulation and practical recommendations to guide future support, planning, and service access.