Assessments

Comprehensive Autism Assessment Cabarita

Finding clarity, one step at a time.

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

Understanding whether ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia, or giftedness may be a factor in your or your child’s experiences can be an important consideration before committing to a full diagnostic assessment.

At PsychWell, our assessment process is structured to be thoughtful, staged, and clear, aiming to help families feel informed and at ease at every stage, without undue cost or complexity.

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 detailed clinical session that includes screening measures, observation, and discussion. This step helps clarify whether a full assessment may be indicated.

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 set-aside session to go through the results in detail, offer clear responses to your questions, and outline practical recommendations and appropriate 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 offer Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessments for children, adolescents, and adults, encompassing 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 are here to support individuals and families looking for a clear, evidence-based autism assessment, whether concerns involve communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, learning differences, or sensory sensitivities.

If you are thinking about an autism assessment for yourself or your child, please feel welcome to reach out to our clinic whenever you feel ready.

We provide a supportive, professional assessment process aimed at offering clarity, understanding, and practical recommendations across home, school, work, and daily life.

Signs and behaviours we look for

Autism may present differently for each person, and behaviours can vary across children, adolescents, and adults. Some of the common signs may include:

The assessment tools we use

Our psychologists bring together structured tools and a warm, person-centred approach in order to build a complete picture. These tools may include:

Clinical interviews

Considered discussions to build a comprehensive developmental history and carefully explore any current concerns.

Behavioural observations

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

Questionnaires and scales

Used to gather meaningful information about social communication, behaviour, sensory experiences, and daily functioning across various settings. These tools help to support a thorough, reliable, and developmentally appropriate assessment.

What our assessment provides

Your assessment may include a range of supports designed to bring greater clarity and clear direction.

Detailed reports

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

Support pathways

Considered guidance on meaningful next steps and services that may support and enhance your well-being.

Actionable recommendations

Tailored strategies that may assist with social, communication, and adaptive skills development.

School or workplace strategies

Practical strategies that may assist you in navigating learning or work environments.

Continuing support beyond your assessment

Support doesn’t end with your autism assessment.

Our support does not end with your autism assessment. Should you feel that ongoing care may be beneficial, you are welcome to continue with optional follow-up sessions or therapy. With continued guidance, you may find greater clarity, steadiness, and confidence as you move forward.

Answers to common autism assessment questions

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that may affect communication, social connection, and behaviour. It is often identified across a range of age groups, from childhood through to adulthood.

How much time does an autism assessment require?

An autism assessment is generally completed within one or two appointments, providing enough time to conduct a formal assessment, gather observations, and hold a feedback session.

Which assessment tools are used during the process?

A combination of clinical interviews, the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, standardised tests, and neuropsychological assessments are used by your psychologist to deliver a thorough assessment that aligns with national guidelines.

Will the report be accepted for NDIS or school supports?

Yes. Our reports are prepared by registered psychologists and clinical psychologists. These may be useful for NDIS applications under the National Disability Insurance Scheme, as well as school-based learning and support needs.

What guidance do you offer after a diagnosis has been made?

Yes. Once a formal diagnosis has been made, we offer a feedback session and considered guidance on moving forward, designed to assist families and adults in understanding their diagnosis and exploring options that may enhance daily well-being and quality of life.

Start your journey with PsychWell

With no waiting list, you're welcome to begin the assessment process at a pace that feels comfortable for you. If you'd like to explore an autism assessment, we're here when you're ready to begin.

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