Adult Autism Assessment in the Sutherland Shire and Sydney

Evolving Minds provides adult autism assessment in Menai and across the Sutherland Shire, with telehealth available for adults across Sydney and Australia.

 

Many adults seek an autism assessment after years of sensing they experience the world differently. An assessment can help you make sense of these patterns and understand yourself more clearly.

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What is an adult autism assessment?

 

An adult autism assessment is a structured clinical process used to determine whether an adult meets the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder. It combines a clinical interview, standardised measures and exploration of developmental history to provide a diagnostic conclusion and practical recommendations.

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How does autism present in adults?

 

Autism often presents differently in adulthood than it did in childhood, and looks different again in women, gender-diverse adults and high-masking adults, many of whom grew up when the diagnosis was called Asperger's syndrome.

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Adult autism can show up as:

• Differences in social communication

• Strong sensory sensitivities to sound, light, texture or taste

• Deep, focused interests and a preference for routine

• Exhaustion or burnout from sustained masking

• Difficulty with change and transitions

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Autism often co-occurs with ADHD, anxiety, eating disorders and trauma. 

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What does the adult autism assessment process involve?

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Our adult autism assessment is completed across three appointments, two 1.5-hour clinical interviews and a 1-hour feedback session, over four to six weeks.

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The process includes:

• Clinical interview exploring current presentation, developmental history and functional impact

• Standardised, evidence-based assessment measures aligned with the National Guideline for the Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders in Australia

• Exploration of childhood and adolescent history, with informant input where appropriate

• Review of co-occurring experiences such as ADHD, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma and sensory differences

 

Following the assessment, you receive a comprehensive written report outlining findings, diagnostic conclusions and practical recommendations. 

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Who conducts adult autism assessments at Evolving Minds?

 

Adult autism assessments at Evolving Minds are conducted by registered psychologists with specific training and experience in adult autism presentations. Our assessment team includes Jaina Jogia and Katelyn Mannix, who work within recognised diagnostic and ethical frameworks and the AHPRA Code of Conduct.

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How much does an adult autism assessment cost?

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An adult autism assessment at Evolving Minds costs $1,550. This fee covers all three appointments, the standardised assessment measures, and your written diagnostic report.

 

We also offer the option to pay in two instalments. Please discuss instalment arrangements with our client care team when booking.

 

Adult autism assessments are private services and are not covered by Medicare for adults aged 25 and over.

 

If you're considering a combined ADHD and autism assessment, please see our Adult ADHD and Autism Assessments page. A combined assessment costs $2,000 and covers both conditions in a single process with one written report.

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Adult autism assessment in Sydney, the Sutherland Shire and Australia-wide via telehealth

 

Our Menai clinic provides adult ADHD assessments for adults across the Sutherland Shire, including Bangor, Illawong, Alfords Point, Miranda, Gymea, Kareela, Jannali, Engadine and Sutherland, and for adults across greater Sydney.

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For adults outside the local area, we also offer the full assessment via secure telehealth across Australia. Telehealth assessments follow the same comprehensive three-appointment structure.

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How do I book an adult autism assessment?

 

If you would like to enquire about an adult autism assessment or request an appointment, please contact us on 02 8519 4197 or complete our secure online appointment request form.