ServicesAutism
Autism & ASD assessments.
I have conducted over 7,500 assessments of children, teenagers and adults, with particular expertise in autism assessment and diagnosis. Assessments are available for children from age six, and for adults — including adults seeking a first diagnosis.
What’s included in an autism assessment.
A thorough, multi-source evaluation. The appointment usually runs between 3.5 and 4 hours, and every assessment concludes with a full written report and recommendations, posted within days of the appointment.
- ASD-specific measures
The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) and the Autism Diagnostic Interview – Revised (ADI-R).
- Conners Comprehensive Behavioural Rating Scales
Parent, teacher and self-report forms, depending on age.
- Cognitive assessment
Intelligence and achievement tests, depending on age, to determine the level of intellectual functioning and any specific learning or cognitive strengths and difficulties.
- Clinical interview
Background information and history, with a DSM-5 focus.
- Behaviour observations
Direct observation during the appointment.
- Adaptive behaviour
Assessed where necessary.
- Previous reports & documents
Review of earlier reports, forms and school records.
Adult autism assessments in Ireland.
Many adults wonder whether they are on the autism spectrum, and self-refer for a first assessment. This is usually a four-hour appointment, preceded by forms completed and analysed in advance.
The ADOS-2 is used as part of the assessment — as it is for most teenagers and adults where there is a query about ASD — and the assessment concludes with a full written diagnostic report and recommendations.
Schedule a preliminary call.
Whether an autism assessment is the right starting point is usually determined in the first contact.
