Do I need to have ADHD to access your counselling services? Do you offer counselling for other concerns?
You do not need to have ADHD to access our counselling services! We offer a individual, couples, and family counselling for a wide range of presenting concerns. We've helped patients experiencing relationship issues, grief and loss, trauma recovery, substance use, and many more concerns. All of our Clincal Counsellors have their own specialty interests and niches, so I recommend reading their bio on our booking page for information on a specific provider.
Can I book an online virtual ADHD assessment?
YES!
Absolutely! Please click the "Book Now" button. You will be directed to our online booking system where you can book an online virtual assessment. We recommend booking at least 1 week in advance to allow yourself some time to complete your questionnaires and gather any necessary documents. Have questions? Contact us!
How much does an online virtual adult ADHD assessment cost?
There are two essential steps to the process.
First Step: $450
In this step, you will meet with a qualified professional for an assessment. Your medical professional will review your intake documents, perform a clinical interview, make behavioural observations, and use other assessment tactics to determine a diagnosis. Your medical professional will determine whether you have diagnosable ADHD.
Second Step: $85
You will meet with your medical professional again, typically about 1-2 weeks later. Your professional will have a personalized treatment plan ready for you. Your professional will discuss the treatment plan with you, which may include medications, psychotherapy, behavioural interventions, and/or workplace or educational accomodations. About 1 week after this appointment, you will receive an official ADHD Assessment Report which details your diagnosis and treatment plan. This can be shared with a family doctor or walk-in clinic to pursue treatment, or you may continue with our clinic for treatment.
Third Step: $85
These optional appointments are scheduled if / as needed. If you initiate treatment with Sparrow ADHD & Wellness, you will follow-up with your medical professional by scheduling regular 3rd Step appointments. Typically, we will start by scheduling 3rd Step appointments on two week intervals, and gradually transition to 3 month intervals. During these appointments, we will review your medications and discuss how your treatment plan is being implemented into your life.
It is important to note that some complex adult cases may require an extended assessment session. This additional appointment costs $250. This would be necessary in cases where there are complex mental or physical comorbidities.
Do you prescribe ADHD medications?
Yes! We prescribe ADHD medications in cases where pharmaceutical intervention is appropriate and medically safe. Patients who have been assessed by our clinic, are confirmed to have an ADHD diagnosis, and have undergone the necessary medical tests to confirm medical fitness would be considered for medication management. Should our medical professionals deem that medication could be beneficial to you, we can provide medication management. Patients must regularly attend follow-up appointments with our clinic to assess any medication treatment and ensure the medications are contributing to an ongoing increased quality of life. Should our medical professionals deem that medication is not appropriate, or that a medical professional in the community would be better suited to initiate medication treatment, we may defer prescribing or provide you with your ADHD report which can be taken to a Primary Care Provider for further review.
What kind of medical professionals do you have at the clinic?
At Sparrow, we have a team consisting of Nurse Practitoners and Clinical Counsellors. ADHD assessments are performed by Nurse Practitioners (NPs) who have the appropriate education, training, qualifications, and registration to assess, diagnose, and treat ADHD, and prescribe ADHD medications. Our team of Clincal Counsellors are ready and able to assist with a wide range of presenting concerns, including ADHD coaching, post-partum depression, substance use, grief and loss, surviving narcissistic abuse, and many more.
What can I use my ADHD assessment report for?
Your ADHD assessment report has many valuable uses. If you are diagnosed with ADHD, your assessment report is a medical document confirming that you have an ADHD diagnosis. Here are some things your ADHD Report can be used for:
- Support access to medication management through a Primary Care Provider or walk-in clinic
- Support necessary workplace and educational accomodations
- Support IEP-type support
- Disability Tax Credit applications
- Student Aid applications
How long does the ADHD assessment process take?
About 2 - 4 weeks
We recommend you book your appointment 1 week out, so that you have some time to complete your questionnaires and gather any supporting documents, such as; report cards, psycho-social reports, etc.
The online ADHD Assessment process typically takes 2-4 weeks.
During your 1st appointment, we will review your intake forms, perform a clinical interview and make behavioural observations. During this appointment, we can typically determine whether you meet the DSM-IV criteria for an ADHD diagnosis*. If we determine a diagnosis, we may make some testing recommendations to be done in between your first and second appointment to further support the diagnosis, and determine whether pharmaceutical intervention should be discussed.
If you are determined to have a diagnosis, and the results of your additional testing and/or questionnaires are received, we will arrange your 2nd appointment. This is typically 2 weeks after your 1st appointment.
During this appointment, we will have a personalized treatment plan to review. We will discuss whether you would like to initiate treatment with our clinic, or whether you'd like to transfer your care to a family doctor. About 1 week after this appointment, we will have an ADHD Assessment Report for you to keep.
From here, you may choose to arrange follow-up appointments to prescribe medications, assess lifestyle changes, or review behavioural interventions that were implemented.
Going forward, you are welcome to arrange follow-up appointments as needed. Typically, every 1-3 months to renew medications, attend ADHD coaching sessions, and/or see a Clinical Counsellor, as per your personalized treatment plan.
*It is important to note that some cases may require an additional appointment to extent the assessment. This is most common in cases where there are significant physical or mental comorbidities. This additional appointment incurs an additional cost.
Can NPs diagnose and treat ADHD?
Yes!
Nurse Practitioners (NPs) have a very similar scope of practice as MDs (family doctors). They can make diagnoses, manage medications, and more. They can even open their own practice. Nurse Practitioners have a Masters degree in the Science of Nursing, meaning they attend 6-8+ years of medical education, on top of mandatory work as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practial Nurse in the community between their Bachelor degree and Master's / Doctoral degree.
Our NPs are trained and qualified to determine an ADHD diagnosis, and they are capable of prescribing ADHD medications, as appropriate.
At Sparrow ADHD & Wellness, we are very fortunate to have an amazing team of Nurse Practitioners who have excellent training in the field of ADHD, and decades of experience working with ADHD patients as young as 8 years old.
If you have any more questions regarding scope of practice of our NPs at Sparrow ADHD and Wellness, feel free to message us!
Do you provide Child ADHD Assessments?
Absolutely!
At Sparrow ADHD & Wellness, we love to see children for online Child ADHD Assessments. We understand the importance of determining an ADHD diagnosis earlier, when symptoms begin to present themselves. This allows treatment to commence as soon as possible, with the ultimate goal of improving long-term quality of life. When a diagnosis is determined in a child, we can begin ADHD coaching, ADHD coping and learning, behavioural interventions, and, if appropriate, medications. With the help of parents, teachers, and other loves ones, we can build a strong foundation of behavioural understanding, coping, and self-love.
Are ADHD Assessments covered by Extended Benefits?
Our ADHD Assessments are typically not covered by Extended Benefits or private insurance. To be sure, we recommend reaching out directly to your insurance provider to inquire whether an ADHD Assessment with a Nurse Practitioner would be covered under your plan. We are happy to provide any additional information as needed.
What is the age range for an ADHD Assessment?
Adult ADHD Assessments: Most adults aged 18 to 62 years old are suitable for our Adult ADHD Assessments.
Child ADHD Assessments: Most children aged 8 to 17 years old are suitable for our Child ADHD Assessments.
In cases where there are signiciant comorbidities, we recommend contacting our office prior to scheduling an appointment to further discuss the case's suitability and form a plan.
Individuals who fall outside of the age range of 8 to 62 years old may be considered a specialty population, and may need to be referred to a clinic that specializes in this population.
When will I receive the Assessment Report?
Assessment Reports are received approximately 1 week after the 2nd Step appointment.
This timeline depends on how soon the client completes the various requested test results after their 1st Step.
Once the client has arrange a 2nd Step appointment to review the treatment plan, they can expect to receive the report about 1 week later.
What if I'm not sure if I have ADHD? Can you assess my symptoms before booking an appointment?
Take our FREE ADHD questionnaire!
Absolutley! Please take our FREE ADHD Questionnaire. Depending on your score on the self-assessment form, we can determine whether you might benefit from a full assessment to determine an ADHD diagnosis.
