Autism Assessments
for Adults (18+)
A new offering in the perinatal space..
Welcome! I'm Sarah, an Autistic ADHD perinatal psychologist providing adult (18+) autism assessments.
I aim to bring a unique, neurodiversity affirming and trauma aware perspective to my work.
Are you wanting to explore Autism (and screen for ADHD), but unsure how much is related to pregnancy and/or postpartum, and how much could be neurodivergence? You've come to the right place. I also provide assessments to adults who are not parents (yet!) but hoping or planning this for the future. Please note that I am not a clinical psychologist, which may have implications for NDIS applications. You can read more below or on my FAQ page.
My mission is to support and empower parents through understanding and acceptance, creating a safe space for you to explore your neurotype, so that you can grow into yourself as you grow into parenthood.
If you would like to see the steps involved in booking an appointment with me, please click on the picture of the PDF >> for a walk through (i.e. social story).
This is what you can expect during a meeting with me, here is a screenshot of me sitting at my work desk.
TLDR;
Option 1: I've done my research and I think I'm Autistic - but I don't want or can't afford a full assessment.
1x 50-60 min appointment to explore your self-identification.
Telehealth only on Fridays, AWST.
$300
Not a formal diagnosis. No written documentation from me. Not suitable for NDIS or DSP.
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Option 2: I've done my research and I think I'm Autistic - let's do an assessment.
Intake Form
Questionnaires
1x 3hr Assessment (with breaks as needed)
Telehealth only Fridays weekly and Saturdays once a month (AWST)
ADHD screening (not diagnosis)
30 min feedback meeting, provided a brief letter with diagnostic summary + recommendations only
$1500 (20% non-refundable deposit required at time of booking; surcharge for Saturday appointments)
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Option 3: Option 2 + Comprehensive Report
Same process as option 2, except you will receive a comprehensive report rather than a summary letter
Limitation: unlikely to support NDIS or DSP application without assessment from additional clinicians.
Charged in prorata hourly blocks - $300 per hour. Approximate quote to be provided after intake forms are completed.
What is included in an Adult Autism (+ADHD screening) Assessment?
First, you will check out my website and socials to see if you think I'm the right fit for you, then book your assessment online. I do not operate a waitlist (that's too demanding on my own executive functioning). You can choose whether to book a full Autism Assessment, or whether you want to book a stand-a-lone consultation to explore your neurotype. ​
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Before the assessment, I will send you a fairly long intake form so that I can gather your history and current concerns, and a series of standardised questionnaires. You will send me copies of particular documents such as school reports or previous medical/allied health reports (if you don't have them, don't worry).
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The assessment is a 3 hour interview conducted via telehealth.
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This option includes a brief 3(ish) page report with a diagnostic summary and recommendations - this includes the tests used and results. This letter is not suitable alone for NDIS or DSP application/s.
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This costs $1500; a 20% non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking. The remaining 80% is due 7 days prior to your assessment appointment. Assessments will not be conducted without full payment.
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Alternatively, you can request a comprehensive report in addition to the assessment; these fees are charged at my hourly $300 rate and a comprehensive report typically takes 4-8 hours. I can provide a rough estimate after reading your intake form, and a more comprehensive quote after our assessment session if you are interested in this option. This will be available 4-8 weeks after our assessment and available to you at the 30 min feedback appointment, once you have completed payment.
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A comprehensive report can only be completed within 3 months of our intake interview and cannot be requested after this date (if you change your mind).
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*Website current as of February 2025 and subject to change
.For more detailed information, please check out my FAQ page.
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Cancellation Policy
My cancellation policy is strict - I'm also a disabled small biz owner. If you cancel within 7 days of your appointment, your deposit will not be returned. More details are in my informed consent form received upon booking, if you would like to read it first please ask for a copy. ​