Assessments

Comprehensive Autism Assessment Lidcombe

A path towards understanding.

Autism assessments designed for daily life and 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.

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 an autism assessment involves

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

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 considered approach means that families receive professional guidance from the outset, and only move forward to a full assessment when it is clinically indicated, supporting well-informed decision-making and worthwhile outcomes.

Who can access our assessments

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 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 considering an autism assessment for yourself or your child, you are welcome to contact our clinic when the time feels right.

We deliver a thoughtful, professional assessment process intended to provide clarity, deeper understanding, and practical recommendations to support you at home, school, work, and throughout daily life.

Common signs and behaviours we consider

Autism can look different from one person to the next, with behaviours varying across children, adolescents, and adults. Some of the signs that may be observed include:

Our approach to assessment tools

Our psychologists combine structured tools with a warm, person-centred approach in an effort to understand the whole picture. These tools may include:

Clinical interviews

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

Behavioural observations

Carefully structured tasks used to observe and 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 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

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

Practical approaches that may help you navigate learning or work environments.

Ongoing support after 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.

Questions we are commonly asked about autism assessments

What does Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) mean?

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 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 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.

Is the report suitable for NDIS or school-based support needs?

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.

Do you provide guidance after a diagnosis is 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.

Take the first step with PsychWell

With no waiting list, you are welcome to start the assessment process at a pace that suits you. If you are considering an autism assessment, we are here and ready to support you when the time feels right.

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