Adult ADHD Assessment & Management
The Local Doctor provides GP-led ADHD assessment and management for adults in Melbourne's north-east, at its Ivanhoe and Diamond Creek clinics, with Dr Allen Macbell (Ivanhoe). The pathway covers a comprehensive assessment and personalised care plan, referral to specialised ADHD psychiatrists and psychologists, and GP-supervised medication management, with GP waiting times under one week.
Written by Dr Christopher Irwin · MBChB, FRACGP, MMed (Skin Cancer), FACAM, ASCD · Reviewed by Dr Christopher Irwin · Updated 11 June 2026
If you’re an adult looking for a GP who can help with ADHD in Melbourne’s north-east, The Local Doctor offers GP-led ADHD assessment and management at our Ivanhoe and Diamond Creek clinics, with Dr Allen Macbell (Ivanhoe). Care is available to patients of both clinics.
What GP-led ADHD care involves
Comprehensive assessment and a personalised care plan. Your care begins with a thorough assessment of your situation, leading to a care plan tailored to you.
Referral to ADHD psychiatrists and psychologists. We connect you with specialised ADHD psychiatrists and psychologists as part of your pathway.
GP-supervised medication management. Dr Allen Macbell provides monitored medication prescriptions and ongoing supervision. Once your diagnosis and treatment plan are established with the psychiatrist, your GP can provide your ongoing ADHD prescriptions — so you don’t need to see the psychiatrist for every repeat.
Coordinated care. We work alongside your psychiatrist, psychologist and other clinicians, and can support your care with a mental health plan, with a focus on your overall physical and mental health.
Waiting times
The waiting time to see the GP is less than one week. As the clinic is affiliated with psychiatrists, the typical wait for a psychiatrist appointment is around one month.
To arrange an appointment at our Ivanhoe or Diamond Creek clinic, book online or call (03) 8373 4646.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I get an adult ADHD assessment from a GP near Ivanhoe or Diamond Creek?
- Yes. The Local Doctor offers GP-led ADHD assessment and management for adults at its Ivanhoe and Diamond Creek clinics in Melbourne's north-east, led by Dr Allen Macbell at Ivanhoe and available to patients of both clinics.
- What does the ADHD assessment and management pathway involve?
- The pathway includes a comprehensive assessment leading to a personalised care plan, referral to specialised ADHD psychiatrists and psychologists, GP-supervised medication management, and coordination with your wider healthcare team. It is an integrated approach focused on symptom management and overall physical and mental health.
- How long will I wait to see the GP for an ADHD appointment?
- The waiting time to see the GP is less than one week.
- How long is the wait to see a psychiatrist through the clinic?
- Because the clinic is affiliated with psychiatrists, the typical wait for a psychiatrist appointment is around one month.
- Can my GP prescribe my ADHD medication, or do I need the psychiatrist every time?
- Once your diagnosis and treatment plan are established with the psychiatrist, Dr Allen Macbell can provide your ongoing ADHD prescriptions and supervision, so you don't need to see the psychiatrist for every repeat.
- How do I book an ADHD appointment?
- You can book online using the Book buttons on this website, or by phone on (03) 8373 4646.