ADHD Care at Eleanor Clinic

At Eleanor Clinic, our doctors are committed to providing high-quality, compassionate ADHD care. We recognise the growing awareness around neurodivergence and understand that for many people, especially adults, discovering ADHD is a life-changing moment.

For some, an ADHD diagnosis helps explain lifelong struggles with focus, organisation, and energy regulation. For others, it becomes an important part of understanding who they are and finding the right supports. Our role is to walk with you on this journey, offering holistic care that addresses both medical and lifestyle needs.

How ADHD Care Works in Victoria

ADHD care is guided by strict regulations in Victoria. At Eleanor Clinic, our doctors are experienced in providing support within these rules and ensuring safe, patient-centred prescribing.

1. Patients Seeking an ADHD Diagnosis

• Step 1: Book a 30-minute appointment with your GP to discuss your concerns and assessment options.
• Who can diagnose: In Victoria, only a psychiatrist (for adults) or paediatrician (for children) can make a formal ADHD diagnosis and initiate stimulant medication.
• Psychologist support: Psychologists can provide detailed ADHD assessments, strategies, and therapy, but they cannot prescribe medication. With a GP Mental Health Plan, you may be eligible for Medicare rebates on up to 10 sessions per calendar year (6 + 4).
• Our role: Eleanor Clinic GPs can guide you through the referral process to psychiatrists and psychologists, but we cannot provide the first formal ADHD diagnosis or start stimulant treatment ourselves

2. Patients with a Psychiatrist’s Diagnosis & Stimulant Recommendation
If you already have a psychiatrist’s ADHD diagnosis and recommendation for stimulant medication, our doctors can continue your care:

1. Psychiatrist’s Letter: A written confirmation of your ADHD diagnosis and authorisation for GP prescribing.
2. Initial Checks: Blood tests, ECG, blood pressure, height & weight.
3. Permit Application: Your GP applies to the Victorian Department of Health for a 2-year prescribing permit.
4. Permit Approval: Processing usually takes around 2 weeks.
5. First Prescription: Requires an in-person or telehealth appointment for blood pressure, weight check, discussion of treatment, and SafeScript approval.
6. Ongoing Care: Each repeat prescription involves monitoring your blood pressure, weight, and wellbeing. Early on, repeats are limited until the correct dose is established.

3. Important Information

• Regulated Process: Stimulant prescribing is tightly controlled in Victoria; not all GPs provide this service.
• Commitment: Our doctors are happy to provide ADHD care as long as patients are willing to follow the required process.
• Billing: This is a privately billed service, but Medicare rebates are available.
• Consultation Required: Prescriptions cannot be issued online without an in-person or telehealth consultation.
• Alternative Care: If you prefer not to follow this process, your psychiatrist can continue managing your ADHD treatment directly.

Why Choose Eleanor Clinic?

• Compassionate & skilled doctors who understand the complexities of ADHD.
• Holistic support that looks beyond prescriptions to lifestyle, mental health, and wellbeing.
• Respect for your journey, whether you’re newly exploring ADHD or already diagnosed.
• Safe and structured prescribing that complies with Victorian health regulations.

At Eleanor Clinic, your doctors are here to support you as you discover what ADHD means for you — and to help you build strategies, treatments, and confidence for the future.

More information: https://www.adhdaustralia.org.au/