Autism Assessment

An autism assessment can help clarify whether social communication differences, sensory sensitivities, repetitive behaviours, rigidity, masking, or developmental patterns may be consistent with Autism Spectrum Disorder. It can also help identify strengths, areas of need, and practical recommendations for support across home, school, work, and daily life.

Autism assessments are available for children age 6 and older, adolescents, and adults. The structure of the assessment may vary depending on age, developmental history, and the specific referral questions being explored.

The assessment typically includes a clinical intake interview, review of relevant background information, rating scales or questionnaires, direct assessment, interpretation, a comprehensive written report, and a feedback meeting. Direct assessment includes gold-standard autism measures such as the ADOS-2 and, when appropriate, the ADI-R, along with other clinical tools selected to help clarify the referral questions. In some cases, cognitive testing may also be included. The exact structure depends on the client’s age, developmental history, available background information, and assessment needs.

Yes. A combined autism and psychoeducational assessment may be recommended when there are also questions related to learning, academic achievement, attention, memory, or broader cognitive functioning.

Yes. A comprehensive written report is provided following the feedback meeting. The report summarizes the assessment findings, diagnostic impressions where appropriate, and individualized recommendations.

The final fee depends on the scope of the assessment. This may include whether cognitive testing is needed, whether a developmental interview can be completed, and whether there are additional referral questions that would be better addressed through a combined assessment. These details are reviewed during the consultation process.