Resources
ADHD Resources & Information
The following resources are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. If you have questions about your own health or circumstances, please speak with a qualified health professional.
The organisations and resources listed below are established bodies or publicly available clinical tools relevant to adult ADHD in Australia.
Australian clinical guidelines
Australian Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline for ADHD (AADPA, 2022)
The national standard for ADHD diagnosis and management in Australia, developed by the Australian ADHD Professionals Association (AADPA). Includes factsheets written for people living with ADHD.
Website: adhdguideline.aadpa.com.au
AADPA factsheets (plain language): adhdguideline.aadpa.com.au /category/factsheets/
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) — ADHD information
Research-based overview of ADHD including symptoms, causes, and current evidence on treatment approaches.
Website: nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/ attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-adhd
Support organisations
ADHD Australia
A national advocacy and support organisation providing information, education, and community resources for individuals living with ADHD and their families. Website: adhdaustralia.org.au
AADPA — Australian ADHD Professionals Association
The peak body for ADHD clinicians and researchers in Australia. The AADPA website includes practitioner directories, clinical resources, and consumer information. Website: aadpa.com.au
Medicare Mental Health
An Australian Government digital mental health initiative providing access to a range of mental health resources, programs, and services online. Website: medicarementalhealth.gov.au
| Service | Phone | Hours |
| Lifeline Australia | 13 11 14 | 24 hours, 7 days |
| Beyond Blue | 1300 22 4636 | 24 hours, 7 days |
| SANE Australia | 1800 187 263 | Mon–Fri 10am–10pm |
| Emergency services | 000 | 24 hours, 7 days |
Crisis and urgent support
Clear Focus ADHD Clinic is not an emergency service. If you require urgent support, please call 000 or contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.
Frequently Asked Questions
ADHD Assessment, diagnosis, medication initiation and management, psychoeducation, and referrals for additional supports like coaching or therapy.
No, Clear Focus is a GP based, face to face, adult ADHD service. In person appointments are the gold standard, and part of the assessment may include physical examinations, blood tests and ECGs.
No. Self referrals are welcome. Referrals from allied health, GPs, or any of your established health care team are also welcome, and a medical summary from your GP would be very helpful to bring with you or have sent across.
We are more than happy to continue care. We will require the specialist’s diagnosis letter and their details.
The initial assessment process is completed over two (2) appointments, both 30 minutes each, with a few weeks in between to complete assessments, investigations and gather evidence.
Referral letters if you have them, a medical summary letter from your GP, previous diagnosis letters from your psychologist, psychiatrist, paediatrician, if you have it, or any other documents to summarise your previous medical or mental health history.
The initial appointment is to determine assessment, diagnosis, and treatment initiation. Each appointment is 30 minutes in duration and most patients require two (2) appointments. If there are complexities, more appointments may be required. Each 30 minute appointment is billed at $350. A medicare rebate is available in the sum of $43.90.
No, not necessarily. During the assessment process the severity of symptoms will be determined, as well as the breadth of symptoms and impact on function. Some patients who are highly functioning or have mild symptoms may only require coaching or advice around strategy implementation.
The private fee amount is the same regardless of whether the patient is a concession card holder or not.
We endeavour to be accessible to patients who require our services. We aim to see you for an initial assessment within 2-4 weeks.
Yes. The ECG fee is $45 with a Medicare rebate of $18.