Assessments

Comprehensive Autism Assessment Concord

A journey towards greater clarity.

Understanding autism to support daily life and personal growth.

At PsychWell, we conduct autism assessments for children and adults. These assessments aim to help you gain a deeper understanding of how communication, social interaction, and behaviour patterns play a role in daily life.

Your psychologist takes a careful and considered approach, drawing on observations alongside input from family and other relevant sources. Rather than relying solely on checklists, we take the time to understand each person’s unique strengths and needs, providing supportive strategies and clear next steps.

Understanding the autism assessment process

Wouldn’t it be helpful to gain clarity about whether ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia, or giftedness may be relevant before committing to a full diagnostic assessment?

At PsychWell, our process is designed to be thoughtful, staged, and transparent so families may feel informed and confident at every step, without unnecessary cost or overwhelm.

Discovery call

A brief and welcoming conversation to gain an understanding of your concerns, answer any questions you may have, and explore whether an assessment pathway may be a suitable next step.

Initial consultation

A considered clinical session involving screening measures, observation, and collaborative discussion. This step provides greater clarity around whether a full assessment may be recommended.

Comprehensive assessment

This stage encompasses a clinical interview and formal standardised assessments, with all findings carefully integrated into a thorough written report.

Feedback Session

A purposeful session designed to explain your results clearly, respond to any questions, and discuss practical recommendations along with helpful next steps.

This organised approach helps ensure that families are supported with professional guidance from the beginning, advancing to a full assessment only when clinically suitable, and fostering informed decision-making and positive outcomes.

Who we provide assessments for

We conduct Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessments across a wide range of ages, including comprehensive autism assessments for toddlers, school-aged children, teenagers, and adults. Every assessment is carefully tailored to reflect the individual’s developmental stage, personal strengths, challenges, and day-to-day functioning.

Our psychologists work alongside individuals and families seeking a thorough, evidence-based autism assessment, whether the concerns are related to communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, learning differences, or sensory sensitivities.

If you are considering an autism assessment for yourself or your child, you are welcome to contact our clinic when the time feels right.

We offer a supportive, professional assessment process designed to provide clarity, understanding, and practical recommendations for home, school, work, and daily life.

Signs and behaviours we look for

Autism can look different from one person to the next, with behaviours varying across children, adolescents, and adults. Some of the signs that may be observed include:

Our assessment tools

Our psychologists draw on structured tools alongside a warm, person-centred approach, seeking to understand the full picture. The tools used may include:

Clinical interviews

Detailed conversations designed to collect developmental history and gain a clearer understanding of current concerns.

Behavioural observations

Carefully structured tasks used to observe and evaluate social interaction, communication, and restricted or repetitive behaviours.

Questionnaires and scales

To gather information about social communication, behaviour, sensory experiences, and daily functioning across settings. These tools help ensure a thorough, reliable, and developmentally appropriate assessment.

What is included in your assessment

As part of your assessment, you may receive a range of supports designed to offer clarity and direction.

Detailed reports

A considered and clearly written summary of your assessment findings to support a deeper understanding.

Support pathways

Guidance on meaningful next steps and services that may strengthen your well-being.

Actionable recommendations

Personalised strategies designed to assist with the development of social, communication, and adaptive skills.

School or workplace strategies

Practical approaches that may help you navigate learning or work environments.

Support following your assessment

Support doesn’t end with your autism assessment.

The conclusion of your autism assessment does not mark the end of our support. If ongoing care feels like it may be beneficial, you are welcome to continue with optional follow-up sessions or therapy. With continued guidance, you may find increased clarity, steadiness, and confidence as you move ahead.

Frequently asked questions about autism assessments

What is ASD?

ASD is a neurodevelopmental condition that may influence communication, connection, and behaviour. It may be identified at various stages of life, including childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.

How much time does an autism assessment require?

An autism assessment is usually completed over one or two appointments. This is so that there is enough time for a formal assessment, observations, and a feedback session.

What tools and measures are involved in the assessment?

Your psychologist uses a combination of clinical interviews, the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, standardised tests, and neuropsychological assessments to create a comprehensive assessment that aligns with national guidelines.

Can the report be used for NDIS or school support applications?

Yes. All reports are prepared by registered psychologists and clinical psychologists. These reports may be helpful in supporting NDIS applications under the National Disability Insurance Scheme, along with school-based learning and support requirements.

Do you provide guidance after a diagnosis is made?

Yes. After a formal diagnosis is confirmed, we provide a helpful feedback session along with guidance on the path ahead, intended to support families and adults in understanding their diagnosis and considering approaches that may positively contribute to daily well-being and quality of life.

Take the first step with PsychWell

As there is no waiting list, you are welcome to begin the assessment process at whatever pace feels comfortable. If exploring an autism assessment feels like the right step, we are here whenever you are ready.

If you’d like to explore an autism assessment, we’re here when you’re ready to begin.