Autism Assessments
At Mindful Families Australia (MFA), we specialize in comprehensive, professional, and cost-effective autism assessments.
Autism encompasses a range of neurodevelopmental variations characterized by both unique strengths and specific challenges. Autistic individuals often exhibit exceptional abilities such as a strong memory, creativity, attention to detail, and analytical skills. However, they may also face challenges with social interactions, communication, and sensory sensitivities. Understanding both the strengths and challenges of autism can greatly enhance an individual’s educational, occupational, and social success.
As a Neurodivergent Affirming Practice, we emphasize not just identifying autism but also helping you understand and embrace your unique profile. We recognize that no two individuals are alike. Our assessments are about more than just providing a "label"; they offer a thorough understanding of your unique neurodiversity, highlighting both your strengths and areas that may benefit from support. Our approach ensures that you receive tailored recommendations to support you within your family, school, or workplace. We help you develop a plan that includes positive accommodations and strategies to excel and thrive in your environment, while addressing any challenges you might face.
We also offer assessments for NDIS Funding Applications.
Autsim Assessments for Children and Adults
Our Assessment Process
At MFA, we strive to make our assessment process clear, supportive, and tailored to meet your needs. Here’s a walk-through of what you can expect when you come to us for an assessment.
Step 1. Initial Contact
Your journey with us begins with a call to our friendly admin team. They are available during weekdays and ready to gather some basic information and book your initial consultation. This first step ensures that we start with a solid understanding of your needs and that the process is convenient for you.
2. Initial Consultation
The initial consultation is an essential step in our process. This 1-hour session is designed to gather all the relevant information we need to create a comprehensive assessment plan for you or your loved one.
3. Post-Consultation
Following your initial consultation, we will craft a personalized assessment plan and email it to you. This plan will outline the recommended tests and procedures, along with a detailed quote. This ensures that you have a clear understanding of the process and associated costs. We encourage you to schedule the recommended testing sessions as soon as possible.
4. Testing Sessions
The assessment process involves testing sessions, which typically include specific interviews, answering questionnaires, and completing cognitive tests. These tests often involve answering questions and solving puzzles administered via iPad, designed to provide comprehensive insights into cognitive and behavioral functioning.
5. Report Writing and Feedback Session
Once the testing sessions are complete, our psychologist will take approximately 2-4 weeks to compile a detailed report. Following this, you will be invited for a feedback session where the psychologist will provide you with the report and walk you through the results. This session aims to ensure that you fully understand the findings and recommendations.
Assessments Costs
Standard consultation rates apply to all intake, assessment, administrative tasks, and feedback sessions, The fee for these consultations is $230 per hour with a Registered Psychologist or $250 with a Senior or Clinical Psychologist. While report writing is billed at a rate of $200 per hour.
At MFA we create an individually tailored assessment plan for each client and as such the costs of assessments will vary based on the complexity and depth of the required assessments. Most Assessments will cost between $1600 and $2500 in total.
For more details regarding typical costs check out our MFA Assessment page here