DR GILL WALKER - CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST, PSYCHOTHERAPIST & SUPERVISOR
Cognitive & IQ testing for adults & children
A cognitive assessment does something a school report or a teacher's observation can't: it gives you an objective, detailed map of how someone's mind actually works. Not just whether they're "smart", but how they think, where they're strong, where things are harder, and why. That information changes everything from how a child is taught to whether a student gets extra time in exams.
What is cognitive or IQ testing?
Cognitive or IQ testing measures a range of mental abilities, including reasoning, memory, processing speed, language, attention and executive functioning - using standardised, validated tools. Rather than producing a single number, a well-conducted cognitive assessment produces a profile: a map of relative strengths and weaknesses across different areas of thinking and learning.
This profile is often far more useful than a single IQ score. It can explain why someone who is clearly intelligent still struggles with certain tasks - and point toward the most effective strategies and supports.
Who is cognitive and IQ testing for?
For adults
For children
What does the assessment involve?
Dr Gill Walker uses the Wechsler family of assessments - the gold standard in cognitive testing - selecting the appropriate battery based on age and the questions being asked:
The assessment measures abilities including general intelligence, verbal comprehension, visual-spatial reasoning, fluid reasoning, working memory, processing speed, academic attainment, and memory and learning.
Cognitive testing also forms the foundation of school readiness, giftedness and exam accommodation assessments - the difference lies in the purpose of the assessment and how the report is used. If you're looking for one of those specifically, see the school readiness, giftedness and exam accommodations page.
What will I receive at the end
You'll receive a comprehensive written report that includes:
How the process works
Assessment takes place across several appointments and includes a consultation, direct assessment sessions and a feedback meeting. A written report is delivered within six weeks. See our full step by step guide here.
Further assessments & resources
Dr Gill SH Walker, Clinical Psychologist,
Fellow, APS College of Clinical Psychologists
AHPRA Psychology Board-approved supervisor
BSc, MSc, PgDip, DPhil, PhD, MAPS,
AHPRA PSY0002115475
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