Assessments

Comprehensive Autism Assessment Newington

A journey towards greater clarity.

Autism assessments to support everyday living and development.

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.

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?

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 process is designed to be thoughtful, staged, and transparent so families may feel informed and confident at every step, without unnecessary cost or overwhelm.

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 thorough clinical session incorporating screening measures, observation, and in-depth discussion. This step assists in determining whether a full assessment may be warranted.

Comprehensive assessment

This stage involves a clinical interview alongside formal standardised assessments. All findings are brought together into a comprehensive written report.

Feedback Session

A purposeful session designed to explain your results clearly, respond to any questions, and discuss practical recommendations along with helpful next steps.

This structured approach ensures that families receive professional guidance early, and only proceed to full assessment when it is clinically appropriate, supporting informed decision-making and meaningful outcomes.

Who our assessments are for

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 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.

Should you be considering an autism assessment for yourself or your child, you are warmly invited to get in touch with our clinic at a time that feels right for you.

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 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 bring together structured tools and a warm, person-centred approach in order to build a complete picture. 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 gather information about social communication, behaviour, sensory experiences, and daily functioning across settings. These tools help ensure a thorough, reliable, and developmentally appropriate assessment.

What you can expect to receive

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

Considered guidance on meaningful next steps and services that may support and enhance your well-being.

Actionable recommendations

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

School or workplace strategies

Helpful, practical approaches that may support you in managing learning or work environments.

Post-assessment support

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 is ASD?

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?

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 do you use during the assessment?

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.

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.

Do you offer support and guidance once a diagnosis is confirmed?

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 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.