Autism (or Autism Spectrum Disorder) affects approximately 1 in 150 Australians. Symptoms typically appear in infancy and become more noticeable around the ages of 2 or 3.
If you think someone might have autism, we can help. New Vision Psychology is a private assessment service that offers autism testing for children and adults at our Sydney CBD clinic.
What Does A Complete Autism Assessment Involve?
A complete ASD assessment at New Vision Psychology involves:
1st Session
Initial Consultation
Who: Caregiver/Parents only
Duration: 1 hour
Location: Any of our 4 clinics or Telehealth
In this session, we will advise you if formal assessment is necessary.
2nd Session
Clinical Interview (ADI-R)
Who: Caregiver/Parents only
Duration: 2 hours
Location: Any of our 4 clinics or Telehealth
3rd Session
Autism Assessment (ADOS-2)
Who: Caregiver/Parents and Child
Duration: 1 hour
Location: Sydney CBD Clinic
4th Session
Psychologist Report
Who: Psychologist
Duration: 6-7 hours
Desc.: Assessment scoring, results interpretation and report writing
*The first three sessions must be conducted on separate days.
*The complete autism assessment process takes around 10 hours in total.
Autism Diagnosis Tools
Diagnosis is based on developmental assessments and behavioural observations. Our registered psychologists use the following standardised diagnostic tools to to provide a diagnosis.
These include:
Autism Assessment Fees
We provide assessments for both adults and children across Sydney, New South Wales.
Initial Session
$240
For a complete diagnosis
$2,400
The complete assessment process involves around 10-hours of interviews, observations, testing, scoring, interpretation and report writing.
After the initial consultation, we will advise you if formal assessment is necessary and should you wish to proceed, the $240 fee will be deducted from the $2,400.
* Medicare rebates are available to assist with the cost of seeking a diagnosis. Call us on 1300 001 778 for more information.