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Welcome to
Cognitive Assessments Australia
Cognitive Assessments, Psychological Therapy & ADHD Support for Children, Adolescents and Adults
At Cognitive Assessments Australia, We help children, adolescents, and adults better understand their strengths, challenges, and support needs through comprehensive cognitive and psychological assessments, evidence-based therapy, ADHD coaching, and autism support services.
As a proudly neuro-affirming practice, we provide personalised care that recognises every individual is unique. Whether you're seeking answers, ongoing support, or practical strategies, our experienced clinicians are here to help.
Appointments are available in Melbourne, Brisbane, and via secure telehealth across Australia, with no current waitlist.
Neuro-Affirming Cognitive Assessments for Children & Adults
Finding the right support can feel overwhelming, especially when you are looking for answers about learning, attention, behaviour, emotional wellbeing, or day-to-day challenges. Our experienced team provides thoughtful, evidence-based cognitive and psychological assessments that help children, adolescents, and adults gain a deeper understanding of their strengths, challenges, and support needs.
We take a neuro-affirming approach to every assessment, recognising that every person experiences the world differently. Whether you are seeking clarity around ADHD, autism, learning differences, cognitive functioning, or broader psychological concerns, our goal is to provide meaningful insights that help guide the next steps with confidence.
Through comprehensive cognitive testing, psychological assessments, and personalised recommendations, we help individuals and families better understand themselves and access the support, strategies, and resources that can make a lasting difference.
Meet Kerrin Danswan, Founder & Clinical Psychologist
Kerrin founded Cognitive Assessments Australia with a clear purpose: to create a practice where every person who walks through the door feels genuinely understood, not just assessed.
With over a decade of experience as a Clinical Psychologist, Kerrin has worked across private practice, government, and forensic psychology settings, bringing a depth of insight and compassion to every assessment and client she supports. Whether working with a young child navigating school difficulties or an adult finally seeking answers after years of uncertainty, her approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and deeply personalised.
Alongside her assessment work, Kerrin is passionate about supporting adolescents and adults through a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges, including anxiety, trauma, emotional dysregulation, and the unique experiences that can come with being neurodivergent in a world not always designed for you. Her therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and deeply human, meeting each person where they are.
Kerrin is committed to neuro-affirming practice in everything she does. She believes that helping people better understand how their brain works, and communicating that with clarity and compassion, can be genuinely life-changing.
Our Assessment & Support Services
We offer a complete range of psychological services designed to provide clarity, support, and meaningful change for every mind, at every stage of life. From comprehensive cognitive and psychological assessments that help answer the questions you have been carrying, to ongoing therapy that supports everyday wellbeing, everything we do is grounded in evidence, delivered with warmth, and tailored to the individual in front of us.
Whether you are a parent seeking answers for your child, an adult navigating your own journey, or a professional looking for a trusted referral partner, our experienced team is here to provide compassionate, neuro-affirming support across Australia.
For more information about our services, assessments, or fees, explore the options below.
Psychological Treatment
Our psychologists provide evidence-based therapy for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, grief, burnout, and school refusal. Drawing on CBT, ACT, and DBT-informed approaches, treatment is tailored to each individual rather than a one-size-fits-all program. Our neuro-affirming approach ensures therapy works with your brain, not against it.
Autism Skills Training
Our comprehensive autism skills traning service use the gold-standard ADOS-2 tool to provide an accurate evaluation for children and adults. Whether you are seeking clarity for your child or yourself, our neuro-affirming approach ensures the process feels supportive and respectful throughout. A detailed report with practical recommendations is provided following every assessment.
Neuropsychological Assessments
Neuropsychological assessments evaluate brain functioning across areas such as memory, attention, processing speed, language, and executive functioning. They help identify the cognitive impact of conditions including traumatic brain injury, stroke, dementia, multiple sclerosis, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Results provide a clear picture of cognitive strengths and difficulties, guiding targeted support and intervention planning.
ADHD Assessments & Coaching
Our ADHD assessments combine standardised testing, clinical interviews, and validated rating scales to provide an accurate evaluation for children, adolescents, and adults, including presentations that are often overlooked. For those with an existing diagnosis, our ADHD coaching program provides practical strategies to improve attention, organisation, planning, and daily functioning.
Learning Disorder Assessments
Learning disorder assessments identify difficulties in reading, writing, mathematics, and other areas of academic functioning that cannot be explained by intelligence alone. We assess for dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, and related conditions in children and adults, including those who have never received a formal diagnosis. Our reports provide practical recommendations for schools, universities, workplaces, and exam providers.
Educational Assessments
Educational assessments provide a broad evaluation of a student's cognitive, academic, behavioural, and emotional functioning to understand how they are learning and developing. Unlike learning disorder assessments, which focus on conditions such as dyslexia or dyscalculia, educational assessments take a wider view by identifying strengths, challenges, and the factors that influence success at school.
Behavioural Assessments
Behavioural assessments help identify the underlying factors contributing to challenging or concerning behaviour in children and adolescents. Rather than viewing behaviour as a problem to be managed, our approach seeks to understand what the behaviour is communicating - whether that is an unmet need, a neurodevelopmental difference, or an emotional difficulty.
Forensics Assessments
Forensic assessments are specialist psychological evaluations conducted for legal and court-related purposes. Kerrin brings extensive experience across forensic settings, providing assessments that meet the rigorous standards required for use in legal proceedings. These assessments are conducted with the same commitment to accuracy, professionalism, and care that underpins everything we do at CAA.
Personality & Diagnostic Assessments
Standardised personality and diagnostic assessments provide valuable insights into an individual's personality structure, emotional functioning, and mental health presentation. They are used to support clinical formulation, inform treatment planning, and provide the diagnostic clarity needed to guide meaningful and effective support.
Who we help
We support children, adolescents, adults, families, and professionals seeking compassionate, evidence-based psychological support and assessments. Whether you are navigating learning difficulties, attention challenges, emotional wellbeing concerns, neurodivergence, or simply searching for clearer answers and practical guidance, our team is here to provide personalised care tailored to your individual needs and experiences.
Children (age 4-12)
We support children and their families in understanding why school feels hard, why behaviour is challenging, or why your child seems different from their peers. Our assessments identify what is happening beneath the surface, and our therapy and coaching provide the practical support to help your child thrive.
Adolescents (13-18)
The teenage years bring unique pressures: academically, socially, and emotionally. We work with adolescents navigating learning difficulties, ADHD, anxiety, depression, identity questions, and the challenges of neurodivergence in a school environment. Assessment, therapy, and coaching are all available.
Adults (Age 19+)
Whether you are seeking a long-overdue diagnosis, support for your mental health, or practical strategies for daily life, we are here. Many of our adult clients come to us having spent years without answers - and leave with the clarity, understanding, and support they needed all along.
How the Assessment Process Works
Step 1
Initial Enquiry & Consultation
We begin with a conversation to better understand your concerns, goals, and the support you may be looking for. This helps us recommend the most appropriate assessment pathway for you or your child and gives you the opportunity to ask questions about the process.
Step 3
Comprehensive Report & Recommendations
Following the assessment, we provide a detailed report outlining findings, insights, and practical recommendations tailored to the individual’s strengths, challenges, and support needs. Reports may assist with school supports, workplace accommodations, ongoing therapy, or further referrals where appropriate.
Step 2
Assessment Sessions
Assessment sessions are tailored to the individual and may include interviews, standardised testing, questionnaires, and observations. Our approach is thoughtful, neuro-affirming, and designed to help each person feel comfortable, supported, and understood throughout the process.
Step 4
Feedback & Ongoing Support
We take the time to walk through the results with clarity and compassion, ensuring you feel informed and supported moving forward. Where needed, we can also provide recommendations for ongoing therapy, coaching, educational supports, or additional services.
Why Families Choose Us
Choosing the right support for yourself or your child is an important decision, and we understand that reaching out for answers can sometimes feel overwhelming. At Cognitive Assessments Australia, we are committed to creating a supportive and respectful experience where individuals and families feel heard, understood, and genuinely cared for from the very beginning.
Our team provides evidence-based cognitive and psychological assessments tailored to the unique strengths, challenges, and goals of each individual. We take a neuro-affirming approach to care, recognising that every brain works differently and that assessments should provide understanding, clarity, and practical support rather than judgement or labels alone.
Families, adults, schools, and referral professionals trust us for our compassionate approach, thoughtful communication, and comprehensive recommendations that support meaningful next steps at home, school, work, and everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, but you do not have to navigate it alone. Whether you are seeking answers through a cognitive assessment, looking for ongoing psychological support, or exploring the right pathway for your child or yourself, our team is here to help with compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your individual needs.
