ADULT AUTISM DIAGNOSIS

Payment can be made by HSA, FSA, credit, or debit card at time of service. I am not accepting insurance at this time.

$300 per session that it takes to complete the evaluation (usually completed in 2-5 sessions), and an additional $250 for the letter of recommended support and next steps.

At this time, I only meet with people for autism evaluations online through Zoom.

Yes, that is certainly an option. We can speak verbally regarding the evaluation findings. However, the letter is highly recommended so that you can receive written findings and recommendations about next steps.

There is a difference between a self-administered free test online and an evaluation administered by a competent professional. Self-administered tests can provide insight, but due to the complexity of an autism diagnosis, receiving a test from an autism evaluator will give a definitive diagnosis.

Depending on each individual situation, the evaluation will take place in 2-5 meetings, each lasting 1 hour.

I will update this as time progresses. At this time, I have immediate availability for autism evaluations, and there is no current waiting list.

Not a problem, we’re all human, and no one knows everything. I will help you to understand the questions in how they may or may not apply to your unique circumstances. If you have difficulty understanding a question, or need time to process, that’s okay too. I am patient, and will do my utmost to help you feel comfortable!

You will be provided a letter of recommendation for additional support. You can use this for your own reference to make the necessary recommended accommodations to show employers, family members, and even Disney World if you want, so you don’t have to wait in lines, etc. If you wish to seek disability assistance, however, further testing from a psychiatrist may be necessary in order to receive neuropsychological and IQ testing.

People who want validation and understanding about why they behave in the way that they do, and want recommendations and a document to advocate for additional supports. It is not for people who want government disability services. For that, neuropsychological testing may be necessary.

I am a licensed clinical social worker who has received additional training regarding how to assess for Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Although I cannot provide neuropsychological testing that you can use to apply for disability services, my letter explaining your diagnosis is valid for providing necessary recommendations and accommodations in many settings and will provide educated suggestions regarding how you can improve your functioning. Getting a formal diagnosis from a psychiatrist is often a much longer wait time, and for many people’s situations, it isn’t necessary.

At this time, I do not evaluate minors.

Evaluations completed by a trained autism evaluator are important because individuals have the right to a definitive answer as to whether or not they have autism. An autism evaluation near me provides clarity to a life of wondering.

Autism cannot be cured. It is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition. However, with necessary support, one can improve their symptoms. Improvements in communication difficulty, social skills, and everyday stressors are definitely possible!

By increasing awareness, we can reduce stigma and ensure that people with autism receive the support, resources, and accommodations they need to thrive in society. Autism awareness is critical because it promotes understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Awareness also helps identify autism earlier, leading to better access to interventions and services.