Assessments

Comprehensive Autism Assessment Newington

Towards understanding and insight.

Autism assessments designed for daily life and 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.

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.

Understanding the autism assessment process

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 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 encompasses a clinical interview and formal standardised assessments, with all findings carefully integrated into a thorough written report.

Feedback Session

A dedicated session to explain results, provide clear answers, and discuss practical recommendations and 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 can access our assessments

We offer Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessments for children, adolescents, and adults, encompassing comprehensive autism assessments for toddlers, school-aged children, teenagers, and adults. Every assessment is uniquely tailored to the individual, taking into account their developmental stage, strengths, challenges, and everyday functioning.

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.

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.

What signs and behaviours we take into account

Autism may present differently for each person, and behaviours can vary across children, adolescents, and adults. Some of the common signs may include:

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

In-depth discussions to gather developmental history and explore 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

Through your assessment, you may receive a variety of supports aimed at offering clarity and helpful direction going forward.

Detailed reports

A thorough and carefully prepared summary of your assessment findings, designed to enhance 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.

Continuing support beyond 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.

Frequently asked questions about autism assessments

What does Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) mean?

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 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 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.

Will the report be accepted for NDIS or school supports?

Yes. All reports are prepared by registered psychologists and clinical psychologists. These reports may be helpful in supporting NDIS applications under the National Disability Insurance Scheme, along with school-based learning and support requirements.

Do you provide guidance after a diagnosis is 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.

Take the first step with PsychWell

With no waiting list, you're welcome to begin the assessment process at a pace that feels comfortable for you. If you'd like to explore an autism assessment, we're here when you're ready to begin.

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