Diagnostic Autism Assessment

Autism is a lifelong neurodevelopmental difference which affects how people view, communicate and interact with the world.

It is important to understand that children and young people experience autism differently. Some children and young people may even attempt to “mask” their difficulties around certain people or settings in order to fit in. If you notice that your child has been struggling with their social communication, language development or with repetitive and restricted behaviours, an autism assessment may be appropriate.

Reasons to pursue a diagnostic autism assessment

Early identification and diagnosis can open the door for your child to develop necessary skills to fulfil their potential and thrive.

To better understand their behaviours, thoughts, and emotions, building a sense of self-identity.

To help identify their strengths and where they may need support.

To allow others to better support them, such as teachers, family members and future employers.

To open opportunities to access appropriate services and benefits, including reasonable adjustments in education and work.

One in 100 people are on the autism spectrum and there are around 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK.

Pathway information

Our approach

At Young Wellbeing Hub, we carry out autism assessments, based on UK best practice models, which are designed strictly in line with the latest research and meet or exceed government standards including the GOLD standard recommendations from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).

Pathway information

Our tools

We use different types of assessments at the clinic to explore traits of autism and to determine what support will be best. Sometimes challenges experienced may not be due to autism, therefore, our specialist clinicians work hard to fully understand characteristics presented within the assessments by utilising an integrative approach and providing recommendations tailored to the needs.

Our team adopts a needs-led and multi-modal approach to enable that individuals receive tailored and person-centred support.

What a diagnostic autism assessment covers

Our diagnostic autism assessment covers developmental history, their mental health experiences, as well as the characteristics of autism. The clinician will review these characteristics in line with the diagnostic criteria for autism.

Autism assessment FAQs

Who can benefit?

Considering age as a benchmark, our team will provide the most suitable diagnostic autism assessment suitable for children, young people and adults.

Logistics

The diagnostic autism assessment is a comprehensive assessment delivered remotely via Microsoft Teams.

Pre-requisites

There are no specific pre-requisites for a diagnostic autism assessment upon a successful referral. To make a new referral, all new clients must firstly access our initial screening service.

Fees

The fee for a Diagnostic Autism Assessment is £2200. If you would like to see our full-service price list, please refer to our Fees and Payment page.

What to expect following an diagnostic autism assessment

As a need-led service, our priority is to help individuals by placing them at the centre of what we do by adopting an integrative approach to better understand their needs through our psychological assessments . We also offer therapeutic support delivered through a neuro-affirmative lens, we encourage individuals fully understand and embrace their neurodivergence, promoting empowerment and self-acceptance.

If you are less interested in accessing medication for your child/young person, and more interested in developing a detailed exploration of their strengths, challenges, and areas where support is needed without a medical or diagnostic lens, a neuroaffirmative needs-based assessment may be more appropriate for you.

Autism assessment

£2250

Per child

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Diagnostic Autism Assessment

Autism is a lifelong neurodevelopmental difference which affects how people view, communicate and interact with the world.

Reasons to pursue a diagnostic autism assessment

To better understand their behaviours, thoughts, and emotions, building a sense of self-identity.

To help identify their strengths and where they may need support.

To allow others to better support them, such as teachers, family members and future employers.

To open opportunities to access appropriate services and benefits, including reasonable adjustments in education and work.

Our approach

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What a diagnostic autism assessment covers

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They often notice small sounds when others do not

They usually concentrate more on the whole picture, rather than the small details.

In a social group, they can easily keep track of several different people’s conversations.

They find it easy to go back and forth between different activities.

They don’t know how to keep a conversation going with their peers.

They are good at social chit chat.

When they read a story, they find it difficult to work out the character’s intentions or feelings.

When they were in preschool, they used to enjoy playing games involving pretending with other children.

They find it easy to work out what someone is thinking or feeling just by looking at their face.

They find it hard to make new friends.

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Initial Screening

Psychological Consultation

Neuro-Affirmative Needs Based Assessment

Diagnostic ADHD Assessment

Diagnostic Autism Assessment

Diagnostic Combined Assessment

Diagnostic General Assessment

Mentalisation Based Therapy (MBT)

Art Therapy

Medication Titration and Review Appointments

Do they often fail to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in schoolwork, at work, or during other activities?

Do they often have trouble holding attention on tasks or play activities?

Do they often not seem to listen when spoken to directly?

Do they often not follow through on instructions and fails to finish schoolwork, chores, or duties in the workplace?

Do they often have trouble organising tasks and activities?

Do they avoid, dislike, or is reluctant to do tasks that require mental effort over a long period of time?

Do they often lose things necessary for tasks and activities?

Are they often easily distracted by extraneous stimuli?

Are they often forgetful in daily activities?

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Do they often fidget with or taps hand or squirm in their seat?

Do they often leave their seat in situations when remaining seated is expected?

Do they often run about or climb in situations where it is not appropriate?

Are they often unable to play or take part in leisure activities quietly?

Are they often “on the go” acting as if “driven by a motor”?

Do they often talk excessively?

Do they often blurt out an answer before a question has been completed?

Do they often have trouble waiting their turn?

Do they often interrupt or intrude on others?

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Diagnostic Autism Assessment