Assessments

Comprehensive Autism Assessment Burwood

Towards understanding and insight.

Understanding autism to support daily life and personal growth.

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.

Taking a warm and sensitive approach, your psychologist weighs observations together with insights gathered from family and other relevant sources. We look beyond standard checklists, dedicating time to understanding each person’s strengths and needs so we can offer practical strategies and helpful next steps.

What an autism assessment involves

It can be worthwhile to explore whether ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia, or giftedness may be relevant to your situation before proceeding with a full diagnostic assessment.

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 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 comprehensive clinical session that draws on screening measures, careful observation, and open discussion. This step helps to establish whether proceeding to a full assessment may be appropriate.

Comprehensive assessment

At this stage, a clinical interview is conducted along with formal standardised assessments. The findings are then consolidated into a detailed written report.

Feedback Session

A focused session dedicated to walking you through the results, addressing your questions, and exploring practical recommendations and meaningful 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 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 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 an autism assessment for yourself or your child is something you are exploring, we welcome you to contact our clinic whenever the time feels suitable.

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

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

Tools used in our assessments

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

Structured activities designed to assess social interaction, communication, and restricted or repetitive behaviours.

Questionnaires and scales

To obtain information about social communication, behaviour, sensory experiences, and everyday functioning across different settings. These tools contribute to a thorough, reliable, and developmentally appropriate assessment process.

What is included in your assessment

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

Support pathways

Thoughtful guidance on helpful next steps and services that may positively support 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.

Post-assessment support

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.

Common autism assessment questions

Can you explain Autism Spectrum Disorder (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 long does an autism assessment take?

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 do you use during the assessment?

Your psychologist brings together clinical interviews, the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, standardised tests, and neuropsychological assessments to provide a comprehensive assessment that is consistent with national guidelines.

Will the report be accepted for NDIS or school supports?

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.

Is support available following a diagnosis?

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.

Begin 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.