Assessments

Comprehensive Autism Assessment Croydon Park

A journey towards greater clarity.

Autism assessments to support everyday living and development.

At PsychWell, we offer autism assessments for children and adults. These assessments are designed to help you gain clearer insight into how communication, social interaction, and behaviour patterns shape daily experiences.

With a thoughtful and sensitive approach, your psychologist brings together observations and insights from family and other relevant sources. We go beyond checklists, taking the time to understand each person’s individual strengths and needs in order to offer supportive strategies and meaningful next steps.

What to expect from an autism assessment

Gaining clarity about whether ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia, or giftedness may be relevant before committing to a full diagnostic assessment can be a valuable first step.

At PsychWell, we take a measured, staged, and transparent approach so that families may remain informed and confident throughout the process, without facing unnecessary cost or feeling overwhelmed.

Discovery call

A gentle, informal conversation designed to understand your concerns, address any questions, and assess whether an assessment pathway may be the right fit.

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 involves a clinical interview alongside formal standardised assessments. All findings are brought together into a comprehensive 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 staged approach is designed to ensure families receive professional guidance at an early stage, proceeding to a full assessment only when clinically appropriate, so that decisions are well-informed and outcomes are meaningful.

Who we assess

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. Each assessment is thoughtfully shaped around the person’s developmental stage, strengths, challenges, and how they navigate everyday life.

Our psychologists support individuals and families seeking a clear, evidence-based autism assessment, whether concerns relate to communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, learning differences, or sensory sensitivities.

Should you be considering an autism assessment for yourself or your child, you are warmly invited to get in touch with our clinic at a time that feels right for you.

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 that may indicate autism

The way autism presents can differ greatly from person to person, and behaviours may vary across children, adolescents, and adults. Some commonly noted signs may include:

Our approach to assessment tools

Our psychologists use a combination of structured tools and a warm, person-centred approach to help form a thorough understanding of each individual. These tools may include:

Clinical interviews

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

Behavioural observations

Purposeful structured tasks aimed at assessing social interaction, communication patterns, and restricted or repetitive behaviours.

Questionnaires and scales

To collect information regarding social communication, behaviour, sensory experiences, and daily functioning across a range of settings. These tools aim to assist in ensuring a thorough, reliable, and developmentally appropriate assessment.

What our assessment provides

As part of your assessment, you may have access to a range of supports intended to provide clarity and a sense of direction.

Detailed reports

A clear and thoughtful summary of your assessment findings to deepen understanding.

Support pathways

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

Actionable recommendations

Individually tailored strategies that may support the development of social, communication, and adaptive skills.

School or workplace strategies

Helpful, practical approaches that may support you in managing learning or work environments.

Support following your assessment

Support doesn’t end with your autism assessment.

Support doesn’t end with your autism assessment. If you feel ongoing care may be helpful, you’re 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.

Frequently asked questions about autism assessments

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

ASD is a neurodevelopmental condition that often affects communication, connection, and behaviour. It is typically identified across different age groups, including childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.

How much time does an autism assessment require?

In most cases, an autism assessment is carried out over one or two appointments. This approach allows adequate time for a formal assessment, observations, and a dedicated feedback session.

Which assessment tools are used during the process?

Your psychologist draws on a combination of clinical interviews, the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, standardised tests, and neuropsychological assessments to conduct a comprehensive assessment in line with national guidelines.

Will your report be recognised for NDIS or school support purposes?

Yes. Our reports are completed by registered psychologists and clinical psychologists and may be relevant 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.

Your journey begins 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.