Adult Autism Assessments
At Autism Spectrum Counseling, we assess adults who want answers to these two essential questions:
- Am I Autistic?
- What traits or experiences of mine reflect that I am (or am not) Autistic?
As described in more detail below, we provide a detailed report that breaks down the criteria for an Autism diagnosis, organizing the information gathered during the assessment to help you understand your unique experiences. This report will help you to better understand yourself and will assist providers and individuals in your life to better comprehend your needs.
Our Assessment Process
Prior to meeting, you will be asked to complete some online assessments and an intake form. We will also provide you with an overview of the topics discussed during the interview portion as well as example questions we will cover so that you know what to expect as best as possible when we meet. You are welcome to review these questions and even write out answers or discuss them with a trusted friend or family member.
Next is the Clinical Interview, which takes place either in person (in our Tampa, Florida office) or via video call (for those in the states of Florida, Maine, Idaho, Vermont and Delaware.). The clinical interview takes place over two separate 90 minute sessions, during which you may share examples, stories, or reasons for suspecting you may be Autistic. As you share, we ask directed, follow-up questions designed to gather information relevant to an Autism diagnosis, covering all aspects of the Autistic experience.
Finally, you will meet again for a 1-hour feedback session, we will walk you through our confirmation letter stating your diagnosis and a comprehensive report detailing how your experiences align (or do not align) with the criteria for an Autism diagnosis. At the end of the session, you will be able to take the diagnosis and comprehensive report with you should you wish to study it more, share it with loved ones or provide it to mental health professionals when seeking additional services.
The entire assessment process costs $800. For this you will meet with your assessor for 4 hours. You will also receive both a diagnosis confirmation letter and a report detailing how your experiences meet (or do not meet) the criteria for an Autism diagnosis.
Note: Our adult Autism assessment is not a full psychological evaluation. We are master’s level clinicians, not clinical psychologists. We do not assess for other mental health or developmental conditions or disorders. We assess specifically for whether or not you have Autistic traits and experiences and if these traits meet the criteria for an Autism diagnosis. Our assessment is not suited for adults who are seeking government services from a state funded program. For government services, your evaluation and report need to be completed by a doctor. (We are happy to offer referrals!)
We understand that seeking an assessment for Autism is an important investment in yourself. To help you to determine if an assessment is right for you, please feel free to schedule a free 20-minute consultation call below.
Schedule Your Consultation
We offer free 20-minute consultation calls. Text or call us to schedule your consultation at (813) 553-7910. Or send us a message below and we will reply via email to schedule.
