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Child autism assessments
in
Kingswood.

Wondering whether your child might be on the autism spectrum? Our psychologists carry out thorough autism assessments for children and teens, with clear findings and a practical plan for home, school and beyond.

We see families from across Western Sydney at our Kingswood clinic in the Nepean Health Hub, minutes from Penrith.

Most families have their first assessment appointment within 2 weeks.

  • You don't need a GP referral to book.
  • Call to ask about this week's appointments.
  • Nepean Health Hub, Level 3, 302/13 Barber Avenue, Kingswood. Car park under the Health Hub, free for up to 2 hours.
We'll help you work out the right next step.
How our autism assessments work.
Step 1. Your first call
Call 1300 151 110, or send an enquiry and we'll get back to you by the next business morning. Client Care answers your questions and books the parent interview.
Step 2. Parent interview
We talk to you first about your child's development, communication, social interactions, and what prompted your concerns. This gives us the full picture before we meet your child.
Step 3. Questionnaires
Forms for you and, with your consent, your child's preschool or school, so we can see how things look in different places.
Step 4. Child assessment sessions
Your child completes a series of structured and play-based activities, including the ADOS-2, a widely used standardised observation tool, adapted to their age and comfort level. The number of sessions depends on your child, and we explain the plan before you start.
Step 5. Assessment report
Your psychologist scores the assessments, weighs up other explanations and writes a detailed report explaining the findings, your child's strengths and support needs, and specific recommendations for home, school and any further services. Reports take 4 to 6 weeks.
Step 6. Feedback & next steps
Your psychologist walks you through the results, answers your questions, and outlines a practical plan, whether that's therapy, school support, NDIS access, or all three.

What your report includes

  • What we looked at, and the tools we used, such as the ADOS-2
  • The findings in plain language, including whether your child meets the criteria for autism
  • Your child's strengths and support needs
  • Recommendations for home, school and any further services
  • If it isn't autism, what we found instead and what could help next
You can share the report with your child's teacher, learning support team, GP or paediatrician if you choose.

Monday to Friday, 9am to 4:30pm, or leave a message and we’ll call you back.

We’re away from the phones right now. Send an enquiry and we’ll get back to you by the next business morning.

Does my child have Autism?
Every child is different, and autism presents in many ways. Parents often come to us when they notice patterns like:
  • Difficulty making or keeping friendships
  • Preferring to play alone or struggling in group settings
  • Intense focus on specific interests or topics
  • Sensitivity to sounds, textures, lights, or crowds
  • Meltdowns that seem triggered by sensory or routine changes
  • Difficulty understanding social cues or body language
  • Repetitive movements or routines they get upset about changing
  • Delayed or unusual speech and language development
If any of this sounds familiar, a child autism assessment can give you clarity. Our child autism assessments are designed to be thorough but comfortable, whether the answer is autism, something else, or nothing to worry about. If attention and focus are the bigger worry, see child ADHD assessments in Kingswood.
Meet the Kingswood
assessment team.

Call 1300 151 110 and we'll match your child with a psychologist who fits, then find a time that works for your family.

Our team works with children from age 4 through adolescence.
Your child's assessment is done by one of the psychologists below, who also writes the report. Client Care tells you who it is, and their registration type, before you book. All our psychologists are registered with AHPRA.
Jarrod McNicoll, Registered Psychologist

Jarrod McNicoll

Registered Psychologist

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Leyla Gundoganli, Registered Psychologist

Leyla Gundoganli

Registered Psychologist

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Brooke Gardner, Registered Psychologist

Brooke Gardner

Registered Psychologist

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Kaja Porter, Senior Clinical Psychologist

Kaja Porter

Senior Clinical Psychologist

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Divya Prabakrishnan, Registered Psychologist

Divya Prabakrishnan

Registered Psychologist

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Everything you need
to get started.

How to find us
Nepean Health Hub, Level 3, 302/13 Barber Avenue, Kingswood NSW 2747
The Nepean Health Hub building in Kingswood. Unbound Minds is on Level 3.

When we call: it'll be from (02) 8528 4620.

Look for: The T-Spoon Cafe on the ground floor. We’re upstairs on Level 3.

Parking: car park under the Health Hub, free for up to 2 hours. Ask us to validate your ticket if you're with us for over an hour.

Access: wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance and toilet.

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Telehealth appointments also available.

Finalist, 2026 Penrith City Local Business Awards (Health Improvement Services). Finalist, 2026 Australian Allied Health Awards (Team Culture Excellence).

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Your questions, answered.

How do I get my child tested for autism?

You can book a child autism assessment directly with us. No referral is needed. Call us on 1300 151 110 or send an enquiry and we'll schedule your child's first session.

How old does my child need to be for an autism assessment?

We assess children from age 4. Signs of autism can show earlier, so we look at your child's social communication, play and routines, with input from home and from preschool or school.

How long does a child autism assessment take?

The number of sessions depends on your child and what we need to understand, and we explain the plan before you start. Reports take 4 to 6 weeks. Client Care can tell you when the first appointment is available.

What if the assessment shows it's not autism?

That's a valuable outcome too. If autism is ruled out, the assessment often identifies what is going on, whether that's anxiety, a learning difficulty, giftedness, or something else. Either way, the report sets out what we found and the next steps we recommend.

Will you provide a report for the school?

Yes. Your comprehensive report includes specific school-based recommendations that you can share with your child's teacher or learning support team.

What happens after the assessment?

That depends on your child's needs. Some families move into ongoing therapy to build coping strategies and executive functioning skills. Others use the report to access school accommodations or NDIS support. Your psychologist will help you decide what makes sense.

We’re here to help

Take the first step.

Looking for a child psychologist? Call us on 1300 151 110, or send an enquiry and we’ll get back to you by the next business morning to talk through who’s the best fit for your child.

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No GP referral needed to book
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Medicare rebates with a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan
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Registered NDIS provider

Monday to Friday, 9am to 4:30pm, or leave a message and we’ll call you back.

We’re away from the phones right now. Send an enquiry and we’ll get back to you by the next business morning.