Autism Assessment (Adult)
with diagnostic letter only

Delivery: Face to Face or Telehealth available
Cost: $1,000.00 (after pay available)

Who is this suitable for:
Autism in adults can present in various ways, ranging from mild to severe symptom presentations. These symptoms often include challenges in social interaction, communication difficulties, and repetitive behaviors. However, these may be difficult to identify as individuals may develop coping strategies to navigate social situations, potentially masking some of their Autism traits. We aim to provide tailored support to help you manage these challenges, to improve your daily functioning and overall quality of life.

Common presentations:

Social Communication and Interaction:

• Difficulty understanding social cues and norms.
• Challenges in initiating and maintaining conversations.
• Preference for solitary activities or small, familiar groups.
• Difficulty forming and maintaining relationships, both personal and professional.
• May appear socially awkward or inappropriate in some situations.

Repetitive Behaviors and Routines:

• Strong preference for routines and a significant discomfort with changes.
• Engaging in repetitive behaviors or rituals.
• Intense focus on specific interests or hobbies, sometimes to the exclusion of other activities.
• Sensory sensitivities, such as aversion to certain sounds, textures, or lights.

Communication Differences:

• Literal understanding of language, with difficulty grasping idioms, sarcasm, or humor.
• May have a distinctive speech pattern, such as monotone, overly formal, or unusually fast or slow.

Cognitive and Behavioral Traits:

• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to tasks.
• Exceptional skills or knowledge in specific areas, often referred to as "special interests."
• Executive functioning challenges, such as difficulties with planning, organizing, and time management.

Emotional Regulation:

• Difficulty managing emotions, which can lead to anxiety, depression, or outbursts.
• Struggles with identifying and expressing their own emotions.

Social Interaction and Relationships:

• Limited understanding of unwritten social rules.
• May experience loneliness or social isolation.
• Difficulty understanding and reciprocating social gestures and expressions.

The benefits of a comprehensive assessment

An assessment offers clarity on lifelong challenges and effectively distinguishes Autism from other conditions with similar presentations. It tailors interventions for social, educational, and work environments, easing associated mental health challenges by providing understanding. This process enhances self-acceptance and awareness of personal strengths and challenges while improving communication and understanding in personal and professional relationships. It supports requests for accommodations to enhance job performance and opens doors to services, supports, and legal protections, guiding everyday decisions aligned with individual strengths and needs.

What it includes:

• X 2 hours Clinical Interview: A detailed interview conducted by a trained clinician using the MIGDAS to gather information about the individual's developmental history, early behaviors, social interactions, communication abilities, sensory needs, and current concerns.
• X4 at home self and observer reports
• Competition of at home questionnaires
• 30min Feedback and Recommendations: Providing feedback regarding the assessment findings, diagnosis (if applicable), and recommendations for interventions, support services, and accommodations. Planning for ongoing support, interventions, or referrals to other specialists or services based on the individual's needs identified during the assessment
• Outcome report: brief report with diagnostic outcome letter (if applicable).

A non-refundable 20% deposit is required to secure a booking. After pay is available. Full payment is due before the initial session.

Note: You may be eligible for a rebate for a cognitive assessment from your private health insurance, contact them to ascertain if that applies to your level of cover.

Before your first session reception will email you some intake and registration forms and an initial psychological test for you to complete. These must all be completed 48 hours before your first session, or your appointment may have to be rescheduled. It allows your psychologist to prepare for your first session, and for us to create a client file for you and send you appointment reminders and submit your Medicare rebate (if applicable).

If you need further information, our Assessments Manager will be happy to answer your questions. They can be contacted by email at ad***@im***********************.com or call: 0400428593.