Noticing differences in how your child connects, communicates, or experiences the world? Our Kingswood psychologists provide thorough, compassionate autism assessments with Medicare rebates available.
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If you're looking into an autism assessment for your child in Leonay, you've probably been watching certain patterns for a while. Maybe it started with how they played, how they responded to other children, or the way certain situations seemed to overwhelm them in ways other kids didn't experience.
Difficulty reading social cues or understanding other children's feelings
Strong preference for routines and distress when things change unexpectedly
Intense focus on specific interests or topics beyond what's typical
Sensitivity to sounds, textures, lights, or certain environments
Finding group play or unstructured social time challenging
Repeating phrases, movements, or needing to do things in a particular order
These patterns don't automatically mean your child is autistic, but they do suggest it's worth exploring. An assessment gives you clarity and a path forward.
Our autism assessments are thorough, respectful, and designed with your child's comfort in mind. We look at the whole child, not just a checklist.
Our client care team will match you with the right psychologist at our Kingswood clinic, just 10 min from Leonay.
Ask your GP for a Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral. This unlocks Medicare rebates for up to 10 sessions per calendar year.
You'll receive a comprehensive report with practical recommendations for home, school, NDIS applications, and any follow-up supports your child may benefit from.
You'll receive a comprehensive report with practical recommendations for home, school, NDIS applications, and any follow-up supports your child may benefit from.
Questions Leonay families often ask about children's autism assessments.
Children can be assessed from as young as two years old, though the most reliable assessments typically happen from age three onwards. If you're noticing differences in your child's development at any age, it's always worth having a conversation with a professional.
We use the ADOS-2, which is the gold-standard observational assessment for autism. Alongside this, we conduct a thorough developmental history interview with parents and gather information from teachers and other professionals involved in your child's care.
The full process typically involves three to four sessions spread over several weeks, plus a feedback appointment. This allows us to gather information from multiple sources and ensure the assessment is thorough and accurate.
Yes. If your child receives a diagnosis, our reports include the clinical detail required for NDIS access requests. We write them with this purpose in mind so you have the documentation you need to apply for funding and supports.
That's a valid outcome and still valuable. If autism isn't the explanation, we'll help you understand what else might be contributing to the differences you've noticed. The assessment process often reveals other areas where targeted support can make a big difference.
