Assessments
Insight That Extends Beyond a Diagnosis
Perhaps you've spent years collecting diagnoses that never quite explained the full picture.
Maybe you've tried therapy, medication, or every strategy you could find, yet life still feels harder than it should.
You aren't looking for another label. You're looking for answers that bring relief, direction, and a way forward that feels lighter.
Our comprehensive assessments are designed to do more than tell you what you're experiencing. They help explain why, uncover what may have been overlooked, and provide a personalized roadmap to help everyday life feel less overwhelming and more manageable.
You May Benefit From an Assessment If...
KIDS & TEENS
You may want to explore an assessment if your child...Seems to experience the world differently than other children.
Is bright but struggles socially, emotionally, or at school.
Becomes overwhelmed by change, noise, transitions, or sensory input.
Has been called "too sensitive," "too emotional," or "in their own world."
Holds it together at school but melts down at home.
Has received different diagnoses that don't seem to explain everything.
Appears anxious, withdrawn, or exhausted from trying to keep up.
Would benefit from accommodations or support at school.
ADULTS
An assessment may be the right next step if you...Have always felt different but never understood why.
Have tried therapy or medication with limited success.
Wonder if autism or ADHD could explain your experiences.
Feel exhausted from masking or trying to fit in.
Struggle with executive functioning, relationships, or sensory sensitivities.
Feel like previous diagnoses never explained the full picture.
Want answers before returning to school, changing careers, or starting a family.
Are looking for more than a diagnosis, you want answers that fit and a plan for next steps.
What Makes Our Assessments Different
We See the Whole PersonYou're more than a checklist or a diagnosis. Every assessment considers your history, strengths, challenges, environment, broader mental health, and lived experiences to understand the complete picture.
Advanced Clinical ExpertiseWith specialized training in autism assessment across the lifespan, research experience, and ongoing work in pediatric behavioral health, your evaluation is grounded in both clinical excellence and the latest evidence.
Meaningful RecommendationsYou'll leave with far more than a diagnosis. Every assessment includes a written report with personalized recommendations and practical strategies tailored to your everyday life, relationships, school, or work.
Support Doesn't End with the DiagnosisUnderstanding your results is just as important as receiving them. We take the time to walk you through your findings, answer your questions, and help you determine the best next steps.
The Assessment Process
1. Initial ConsultationWe begin by getting to know each other, whether that’s you or your child: your concerns, history, goals, and the questions you're hoping to answer. This helps us determine a plan to move forwards.
2. Comprehensive EvaluationUsing gold-standard assessment tools, clinical interviews, observations, and questionnaires, we gather a complete picture, not just a list of symptoms.
3. Connecting the DotsEvery piece of information is carefully considered together to uncover meaningful patterns, rule out other possibilities, and arrive at an accurate, individualized understanding.
4. Results & RecommendationsTogether, we'll review your results through a clear, visual presentation, leaving plenty of time to answer questions, explain findings, and discuss what they mean for everyday life.
5. Your Personalized RoadmapYou'll leave with a comprehensive written report, individualized recommendations, and practical next steps to support success at home, school, work, and beyond.
6. Post-Diagnosis CounselingYour care doesn't end with your feedback session. Every assessment includes a follow-up counseling session 1–2 weeks later to help you process your results, answer new questions, and confidently take the next steps.
What You’ll Walk Away With
Validation That LastsThe reassurance that your experiences are real, your challenges have context, and you've never been "too much" or "not enough."
Recommendations You Can Actually UseIndividualized strategies and supports designed for the life you're living, not generic advice that sits on a shelf.
A Foundation for What's NextWhether that means therapy, school accommodations, career decisions, or simply seeing yourself differently, you'll leave knowing where to go from here.
The Words We Hear Again and Again
After an assessment, these are some of the things clients tell us most often.
The Right Answers Can CHANGE EVERYTHING
You don’t have to keep struggling. A thoughtful assessment can provide the insight, validation, and direction you've been looking for. Let's discover what's been missing, together.
FAQS
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If you've spent years wondering why certain things feel more difficult than they seem to for other people, or if previous diagnoses or treatments haven't fully explained your experiences, an assessment may provide valuable insight. Assessments can also help identify underlying neurodevelopmental differences that may have been overlooked.
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We provide comprehensive evaluations for Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and other neurodevelopmental differences, including learning differences. We also consider how anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns may interact with or overlap with neurodevelopmental conditions to ensure an accurate, comprehensive understanding.
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Every assessment includes an initial consultation, a comprehensive evaluation using evidence-based assessment tools, a personalized feedback session to review your results, a detailed written report, individualized recommendations to support home, school, work, and everyday life, and a post-diagnosis counseling session.
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The length of the process varies depending on the type and complexity of the evaluation. During your consultation, we'll discuss what to expect, the number of appointments needed, and a timeline for receiving your results.
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Yes. We provide neurodiversity-affirming assessments for children, teens, and adults. Every evaluation is tailored to the individual's age, developmental history, and unique concerns. We assess children ages 2 and older for autism evaluations and ages 5 and older for ADHD evaluations, as well as adolescents and adults seeking answers later in life.
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Yes. You'll receive a comprehensive report summarizing your results, any diagnoses (when applicable), and personalized recommendations that can be shared with schools, healthcare providers, or employers if appropriate.
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We are an out-of-network practice and do not bill insurance directly. We work with Thrizer to simplify the reimbursement process and can provide documentation that may allow you to use your out-of-network benefits (called a “superbill”). We also offer one reduced-fee community assessment each month for qualifying individuals and families.
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We'll review your results together, answer your questions, and discuss practical next steps. Depending on your needs, this may include therapy, accommodations, additional resources, referrals, or ongoing support.
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Not every assessment results in a diagnosis, but every assessment provides meaningful information. Our goal is to help you better understand your experiences, identify your strengths and challenges, and provide practical recommendations that support your everyday life regardless of the outcome. This is why we provide post-diagnosis counseling whether you receive a diagnosis or not.
