Assessments

Comprehensive Autism Assessment Leichhardt

Towards understanding and insight.

Autism assessments aiming for a clearer path forward in life and learning.

At PsychWell, we provide autism assessments for children and adults. These assessments are intended to help you develop a clearer understanding of how communication, social interaction, and behaviour patterns influence everyday life.

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

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 short, relaxed conversation to explore your concerns, respond to any questions, and consider whether an assessment pathway may be suitable.

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

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 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 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.

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 that may indicate autism

Autism presents uniquely in each individual, and behaviours can differ among children, adolescents, and adults. Among the signs that may be present are:

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

Thorough discussions aimed at gathering developmental history and exploring any current concerns.

Behavioural observations

Structured tasks to evaluate social interaction, communication, 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 is included in your assessment

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

Clear guidance on worthwhile next steps and services that may contribute to your overall well-being.

Actionable recommendations

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

School or workplace strategies

Considered, practical approaches that may assist with navigating the demands of 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.

Common autism assessment questions

What is 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 many sessions does an autism assessment involve?

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.

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.

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.

Start your journey with PsychWell

With no waiting list in place, you are free to move through the assessment process at a pace that works for you. Whenever you feel ready to explore an autism assessment, we are here to help you take that first step.

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