Have questions or ready to book?

If you’re unsure whether an assessment is the right next step, or you want to talk through your (or your child’s) needs, feel free to reach out via email.

Mental Health Care Plans (MHCP) do not cover autism assessments.

However, if you see a paediatrician or psychiatrist before or during the assessment, they can refer you to me under the Complex Neurodevelopmental Disorders Scheme (CNDS).

This gives you a Medicare rebate of $101.55 per session (unless you’ve reached the Medicare Safety Net cap, in which case you may receive more).
CNDS allows up to 8 rebated assessment sessions per lifetime for people under 25.

You don’t need a referral to start the assessment—you can go 100% private if you prefer.

Private Health may give you rebates - it’s best to ask your fund directly.

Medicare Rebates

After the assessment: NDIS and supports

If you (or your child) meet the criteria for autism, I’ll provide a detailed report that you can use to:

Apply for the NDIS (if eligible—especially for children under 25)
Access school, university or workplace adjustments and supports
Connect with therapy services (speech, OT, psychology, coaching)

My reports include clear statements about functional impact, which is critical for NDIS access and support planning.

What’s included?

Intake and history (1–2 sessions)

For children: We’ll talk through your child’s developmental history, early milestones, social communication, behaviours, and any concerns you’ve noticed at home or school.
For adults: We’ll explore your developmental history, school experiences, social relationships, sensory sensitivities, and how autism may have shown up across your life.

Formal diagnostic interview (1–2 sessions)

I use the ADI-R (Autism Diagnostic Interview–Revised) or a comparable structured interview, adapted for age.
This covers your (or your child’s) full developmental and behavioural profile, focusing on social communication, patterns of behaviour, interests, and sensory experiences.

Observation session (1 session) - children only

I’ll use elements of the ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition), adapted for telehealth and age.
I’ll also do play-based activities, conversation, and games to build rapport and observe social communication, flexibility, and behaviour.
If engagement is limited, that’s also valuable information—I’m observing how your child communicates, responds, and interacts (or doesn’t).

Standardised questionnaires (self/parent + teacher/partner)

You (or your child’s parent/caregiver) and a relevant informant (teacher, partner, close family member) will complete a set of validated questionnaires covering:
- Autism traits
- Adaptive functioning (e.g., daily living skills, communication, self-care)
- Anxiety, depression, and emotional wellbeing
- Other areas as needed
I score and interpret these as part of the assessment.

Collateral interview (teacher, partner, or family member)

I’ll speak directly with a key person in your (or your child’s) life to gather real-world observations:
- For children: Teacher interview about classroom functioning, peer interactions, and transitions.
- For adults: Partner, parent, or close friend interview about relationships, routines, and sensory/communication differences.

Report writing and feedback session

I synthesise all the information, write a detailed report, and we meet again for a feedback session.
We’ll go through the findings, diagnosis (if applicable), and my recommendations for next steps (school or workplace supports, therapy, NDIS, etc.).

Autism Assessment Process

Is an autism assessment right for you or your child?

Getting an autism diagnosis is a big decision — it’s lifelong, and it’s important we get it right. That’s why my assessments are thorough, evidence-based, and aligned with the 2023 National Guideline for the Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism in Australia.

I work exclusively via telehealth (Zoom), which doesn’t compromise the quality or depth of the assessment. Many people find it more comfortable and flexible, especially if in-person clinic visits feel overwhelming.

This process applies to both children and adults. For children, I’ll work closely with parents/caregivers and teachers. For adults, I’ll focus on your lived experience, developmental history, and current functioning. Ideally, I like to interview a close family member as well, but this isn’t essential.

Before we begin for children: Do you have a pediatrician?

If you haven’t already, I strongly recommend booking in with a paediatrician. While you don’t need a referral from them to start an assessment with me, I will recommend this in my report anyway. Waitlists can be long, so I suggest doing this sooner rather than later.

What about cognitive (IQ) testing?

If there are concerns about learning, attention, or cognitive development, I may recommend a cognitive assessment (e.g., WISC-V for children, WAIS-IV for adults). This is optional and not required for an autism diagnosis, but it can be helpful for school or workplace planning, or NDIS applications.

Additional fee applies—I’ll discuss this with you beforehand if it’s relevant.

Total Cost: $1,999

Fee Includes:

This includes:
All intake, history, and observation sessions
All questionnaires and scoring
Collateral interviews (teacher, partner, or family)
Comprehensive written report
Feedback session

Have questions or ready to book?

Medicare Rebates

After the assessment: NDIS and supports

What’s included?

Intake and history (1–2 sessions)

For children: We’ll talk through your child’s developmental history, early milestones, social communication, behaviours, and any concerns you’ve noticed at home or school.

For adults: We’ll explore your developmental history, school experiences, social relationships, sensory sensitivities, and how autism may have shown up across your life.

Formal diagnostic interview (1–2 sessions)

I use the ADI-R (Autism Diagnostic Interview–Revised) or a comparable structured interview, adapted for age.

This covers your (or your child’s) full developmental and behavioural profile, focusing on social communication, patterns of behaviour, interests, and sensory experiences.

Observation session (1 session) - children only

I’ll use elements of the ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition), adapted for telehealth and age.

I’ll also do play-based activities, conversation, and games to build rapport and observe social communication, flexibility, and behaviour.

If engagement is limited, that’s also valuable information—I’m observing how your child communicates, responds, and interacts (or doesn’t).

Standardised questionnaires (self/parent + teacher/partner)

You (or your child’s parent/caregiver) and a relevant informant (teacher, partner, close family member) will complete a set of validated questionnaires covering:

Autism traits

Adaptive functioning (e.g., daily living skills, communication, self-care)

Anxiety, depression, and emotional wellbeing

Other areas as needed

I score and interpret these as part of the assessment.

Collateral interview (teacher, partner, or family member)

I’ll speak directly with a key person in your (or your child’s) life to gather real-world observations:

For children: Teacher interview about classroom functioning, peer interactions, and transitions.

For adults: Partner, parent, or close friend interview about relationships, routines, and sensory/communication differences.