Assessments

Comprehensive Autism Assessment Wentworth Point

Towards understanding and insight.

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

At PsychWell, we provide autism assessments for children and adults. These assessments are intended to help you develop a clearer understanding of how communication, social interaction, and behaviour patterns influence everyday life.

Your psychologist takes a careful and considered approach, drawing on observations alongside input from family and other relevant sources. Rather than relying solely on checklists, we take the time to understand each person’s unique strengths and needs, providing supportive strategies and clear 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, 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 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 comprehensive clinical session that draws on screening measures, careful observation, and open discussion. This step helps to establish whether proceeding to a full assessment may be appropriate.

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 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 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

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 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 an autism assessment for yourself or your child is something you are exploring, we welcome you to contact our clinic whenever the time feels suitable.

Our supportive, professional assessment process is designed to bring clarity and understanding, along with practical recommendations that can be applied at home, school, work, and in daily life.

What signs and behaviours we take into account

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:

Tools used in our assessments

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

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 collect information regarding social communication, behaviour, sensory experiences, and daily functioning across a range of settings. These tools aim to assist in ensuring a thorough, reliable, and developmentally appropriate assessment.

What is included in your assessment

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 clear and thoughtful summary of your assessment findings to deepen understanding.

Support pathways

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

Actionable recommendations

Carefully considered strategies tailored to support growth in social, communication, and adaptive skills.

School or workplace strategies

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

Continuing support beyond 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.

Answers to common autism assessment questions

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.

What is the typical duration of an autism assessment?

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

What tools and measures are involved in the assessment?

Your psychologist brings together clinical interviews, the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, standardised tests, and neuropsychological assessments to provide a comprehensive assessment that is consistent with national guidelines.

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

Yes. Our reports are prepared by registered psychologists and clinical psychologists. These may be useful for NDIS applications under the National Disability Insurance Scheme, as well as 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

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.