Adult ADHD & Autism Diagnosis
ADHD & Autism Assessments at Awareness Psychology Clinic
We provide comprehensive assessments for adults (over 18) seeking a diagnosis or greater understanding of ADHD and Autism. Our approach is grounded in neurodiversity-affirming practice, meaning we view ADHD and Autism as natural variations in human experience, not disorders. Of course, these diagnoses can come with challenges, and identifying those challenges and possible solution pathways is also part of the assessment process.
Combined Assessment
Research shows that ADHD and Autism frequently occur together. In fact, studies suggest that up to 30–70% of adults with ADHD or who are autistic actually have significant traits of both (approximately 30% of those with ADHD will meet criteria for Autism and 70% of Autistic individuals will also meet criteria for ADHD). Because of this high overlap, separate assessments can sometimes miss important aspects of a person’s experience. These days, the gold standard of neurodiversity assessment includes screening for both ADHD and Autism in each person.
At Awareness Psychology Clinic, every person seeking an assessment will be screened for both ADHD and Autism and a recommendation will be made about whether it may be useful to assess for both or just one. Although we will make a recommendation based on the screening results, the choice to formally assess for either ADHD or Autism, both, or neither is yours.
Assessment Cost
ADHD Only: total cost is $1750 inc GST
Autism Only: total cost is $1875 inc GST
Combined total cost is$2250 inc GST
What is the Assessment Process?
Assessment occurs in three phases: Screening; Diagnostic Interviews; Feedback. See below for detailed information about what each phase involves and the cost of each phase.
Phase One – Screening for ADHD and Autism - $375 (inc. GST)
Phase Two – Diagnostic Interview(s)
Depending on your choice of assessment after completing phase one screening, you will meet with the psychologist for a diagnostic interview:
Phase Three – Report & Feedback - $1000 (inc. GST)
Can I just do the screening for ADHD & Autism?
Absolutely! Plenty of people see the cost-effective value in screening for ADHD and Autism without feeling the need to have a formal diagnosis. This might be simply to understand yourself better or to give yourself a firmer idea of something you are questionning.
All patients start with a screening of both ADHD and Autism (Phase One) and then the choice is yours whether or not you would like to proceed with formal diagnosis.
We provide comprehensive assessments for adults (over 18) seeking a diagnosis or greater understanding of ADHD and Autism. Our approach is grounded in neurodiversity-affirming practice, meaning we view ADHD and Autism as natural variations in human experience, not disorders. Of course, these diagnoses can come with challenges, and identifying those challenges and possible solution pathways is also part of the assessment process.
Combined Assessment
Research shows that ADHD and Autism frequently occur together. In fact, studies suggest that up to 30–70% of adults with ADHD or who are autistic actually have significant traits of both (approximately 30% of those with ADHD will meet criteria for Autism and 70% of Autistic individuals will also meet criteria for ADHD). Because of this high overlap, separate assessments can sometimes miss important aspects of a person’s experience. These days, the gold standard of neurodiversity assessment includes screening for both ADHD and Autism in each person.
At Awareness Psychology Clinic, every person seeking an assessment will be screened for both ADHD and Autism and a recommendation will be made about whether it may be useful to assess for both or just one. Although we will make a recommendation based on the screening results, the choice to formally assess for either ADHD or Autism, both, or neither is yours.
Assessment Cost
ADHD Only: total cost is $1750 inc GST
Autism Only: total cost is $1875 inc GST
Combined total cost is$2250 inc GST
What is the Assessment Process?
Assessment occurs in three phases: Screening; Diagnostic Interviews; Feedback. See below for detailed information about what each phase involves and the cost of each phase.
Phase One – Screening for ADHD and Autism - $375 (inc. GST)
- You will be provided with screening questionnaires and an intake form to complete at home and then submit to us online.
- The psychologist will score and review the submitted questionnaires and intake information.
- The psychologist will then have an appointment with you to discuss any additional information and to provide the results of the screening and discuss whether ADHD, Autism, or a combined assessment is recommended.
- You can choose to stop here without further payment or you can choose to proceed with formal assessment of ADHD, Autism, or both.
Phase Two – Diagnostic Interview(s)
Depending on your choice of assessment after completing phase one screening, you will meet with the psychologist for a diagnostic interview:
- ADHD Diagnostic Interview $375 (inc. GST) (approx 1.5 hours)
- Autism Diagnostic Interview $500 (inc. GST) (approx 2-3 hours)
- Combined ADHD/Autism Interview $875 (inc GST) (approx 3-4 hours)
Phase Three – Report & Feedback - $1000 (inc. GST)
- The psychologist will complete a comprehensive diagnostic report including any recommendations
- You will have an appointment with the psychologist for a 1-hour feedback session where the report is discussed and a copy is provided
Can I just do the screening for ADHD & Autism?
Absolutely! Plenty of people see the cost-effective value in screening for ADHD and Autism without feeling the need to have a formal diagnosis. This might be simply to understand yourself better or to give yourself a firmer idea of something you are questionning.
All patients start with a screening of both ADHD and Autism (Phase One) and then the choice is yours whether or not you would like to proceed with formal diagnosis.