Have you noticed that your child has a unique way of seeing and interacting with the world?
An autism assessment provides insights into their characteristics and connects you with the right support.
Autism Assessment Tools & Methods
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Specialised Assessment Tools
We follow national guidelines for autism evaluations to ensure accurate results.
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Standardised rating scales and questionnaires
Used to gather structured information on symptoms from multiple perspectives.
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Validated diagnostic interviews
In-depth discussions with individuals, families and other relevant professionals to assess behaviour and align with the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) Autism guidelines.
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Observational assessment
(Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition - ADOS-2)
A structured, play-based assessment that helps evaluate social communication skills, repetitive behaviours, and interaction styles in real time.
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Collateral information gathering
We collect insights from school reports, medical records/practitioners, and interviews with family members and teachers to build a well-rounded understanding of the individual's traits and their impact on daily life.
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Objective cognitive assessments
(Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC) or Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS) and other validated cognitive tests.)
Frequently Asked Questions What are you wondering?
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No, the approaches don’t differ. However, we use age-appropriate testing:
Parent-report for children and younger adolescents
WAIS for under 16
WISC for over 16
Self-report 16+ (we use different modules of the ADOS-2 depending on age).
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We provide families with a list of resources that they can use to personally connect with external services that best suit their needs.
Have more questions? Give our friendly team a call, we are always happy to assist.