Assessments

Comprehensive Autism Assessment Leichhardt

Towards understanding and insight.

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

At PsychWell, our autism assessments are available for children and adults. Each assessment is designed to offer greater insight into how communication, social interaction, and behaviour patterns shape day-to-day experiences.

Using a sensitive approach, your psychologist considers observations alongside insights from family and other relevant sources. We look beyond checklists, taking the time to understand each person’s strengths and needs to offer supportive strategies and next steps.

What to expect from an autism assessment

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, 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 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

This stage includes a clinical interview and formal standardised assessments. Findings are integrated 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 assess

We provide Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessments for children, adolescents, and adults, including comprehensive autism assessments for toddlers, school-aged children, teenagers, and adults. Each assessment is individually tailored to the person’s developmental stage, strengths, challenges, and everyday 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 thinking about an autism assessment for yourself or your child, please feel welcome to reach out to our clinic whenever you feel ready.

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

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:

The assessment tools we use

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

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

Behavioural observations

Structured tasks to evaluate 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 you can expect to receive

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

Detailed reports

A clear, well-considered summary of your assessment findings, intended to provide greater depth of understanding.

Support pathways

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

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.

Answers to common autism assessment questions

Can you explain Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

ASD is a neurodevelopmental condition that may have an impact on communication, connection, and behaviour. It can be identified at different stages of life, spanning childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.

How long does an autism assessment take?

An autism assessment is typically completed across one or two appointments, allowing sufficient time for a formal assessment, observations, and 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.

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

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

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

Yes. Following your formal diagnosis, we provide a dedicated feedback session and guidance on next steps, aimed at helping families and adults gain a clearer understanding of their diagnosis and explore approaches that may support daily well-being and quality of life.

Start your journey 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.