Assessments

Comprehensive Autism Assessment Mortlake

A journey towards greater clarity.

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 is involved in 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 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 considered clinical session involving screening measures, observation, and collaborative discussion. This step provides greater clarity around whether a full assessment may be recommended.

Comprehensive assessment

This stage encompasses a clinical interview and formal standardised assessments, with all findings carefully integrated into a thorough 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 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 our assessments are for

Our Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessments are available for children, adolescents, and adults, 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 provide support to individuals and families pursuing a clear, evidence-based autism assessment, regardless of whether concerns centre on 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 offer a supportive, professional assessment process designed to provide clarity, understanding, and practical recommendations for 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:

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

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

Behavioural observations

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

Questionnaires and scales

Used to gather meaningful information about social communication, behaviour, sensory experiences, and daily functioning across various settings. These tools help to support a thorough, reliable, and developmentally appropriate assessment.

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

Tailored strategies that may assist with social, communication, and adaptive skills development.

School or workplace strategies

Considered, practical approaches that may assist with navigating the demands of learning or work environments.

Ongoing support after your assessment

Support doesn’t end with your autism assessment.

Your autism assessment is not where our support ends. If you feel that ongoing care may be helpful, you are welcome to continue with optional follow-up sessions or therapy. With continued guidance, you may experience greater clarity, steadiness, and confidence going forward.

Questions we are commonly asked about autism assessments

What does Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) mean?

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.

What assessment tools does your psychologist use?

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.

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.

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

Yes. After your formal diagnosis, we offer a helpful feedback session and guidance on moving forward, designed to help families and adults understand their diagnosis and explore interventions that may enhance 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.