ADHD Clinic
Welcome to our new ADHD clinic, where care meets personalised support for your wellbeing. We're dedicated to helping you thrive with tailored strategies and compassionate guidance.
Assessments
Treatment
Self-referral
Warm friendly assessments with our expert assessors and GPs
From 1 February 2026, changes to ADHD prescribing rules mean some vocationally trained GPs and nurse practitioners can diagnose and start treatment for adults (18+) — including prescribing publicly funded stimulant medicines where clinically appropriate.
At Village Health, a small group of our GPs will be stepping into this important mahi to support patients who have often faced long waits and fragmented care. Please note: private fees apply because this work is not government funded. We’re also planning to launch a dedicated private ADHD clinic soon — watch this space. If you already have an ADHD assessment from a psychologist we can assist you with diagnosis and medication if your own GP is unable to do this.
For background on what’s changing (and the wider system challenges), we recommend this article.
Who is this service for?
Adults (18 years and older)
You can access our GP-led ADHD diagnosis and treatment pathway from 1 February 2026.
Under 18s (children and young people)
You can still access support through us, but GPs cannot diagnose ADHD or initiate stimulant prescribing for this age group under the new settings. In many cases you’ll need referral to a Child & Adolescent psychiatrist (public or private). Nationally, some nurse practitioners working in paediatric or child/adolescent mental health services can diagnose and start treatment for under-18s. Using our service can speed up the process for you so we're happy to help.
Pre-application: Free
Do a self-test on the following scales
There are other psychiatric conditions that mimic ADHD which might need to be disentangled like anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder or personality issues or something else. This is why we need to make a careful assessment to ensure we get the right solution for you.
Pre-Assessment Form- Self Assessment Review
Cost: $60.00 (Forms need to be completed before first appointment)
Self-referral
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Fill these forms - Wender-Utah Rating scale and Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS)
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Ask a parent, teacher, close family member or friend to fill out SNAP forms. 2-3 people is ideal.
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Any psychologist reports if you have them.
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Any school reports if you have them.
Email information above to reception@villagehealth.net.nz.
GP referral
Referral from your GP should include completed SNAP forms and – 2 self-assessments as above as well additional assessments from family/work/school/ friends should have forwarded us these scored forms as part of their referral.
We will review these documents and make an assessment of the likelihood of an ADHD diagnosis.
Assessment & Diagnosis
Cost: $720.00
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Prepay and book the first 60-minute appointment with the ADHD assessor.
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The assessor will be able to tell you the relative likelihood of ADHD or an alternative diagnosis after 1-2 visits depending on complexity.
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The appropriate treatment may or may not include medication or referral to other services.
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Assessor will review, collaborate your history and make diagnosis.
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Please note, alternative diagnoses and further referrals for the alternative management/treatment and medication may be recommended if an alternative diagnosis is made from the appointment.
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Medication options will be discussed and choosing the appropriate treatment and medication for you
NOTE: If your situation is complex more time may be required at this stage.
(Most people need a minimum of 2 hours)
Medical
Cost: $90.00 (15 mins) + $55.00 (ECG)
Medical Initiation
Cost: $ 90.00 each (Three 15 mins consults)
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Medication options reviewed and treatment commenced
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Non-pharmacological options discussed.
These can be done via phone.
Discharge
Discharge to your own GP for ongoing management. This includes a letter back to your GP.
Additional Information
Direct to psychiatrist:
We recommend Dr Allie Lin – Otautahi Clinic: https://www.otautahiclinic.co.nz/
We recommend a psychiatrist assessment and ongoing management if your situation is complex, eg previous head injury or significant medical or psychiatric history
Payment terms:
Prepayment is required before appointments can be made.
Cancellations 24 hours before the appointment and missed appointments will incur a fee of $100.
