Autism Spectrum Disorder Assessment

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Mindsake provides access to a network of experienced independent clinicians who offer comprehensive autism assessments for children, adolescents, and young adults who may be neurodivergent. Assessments are conducted in line with NICE and NHS best-practice guidelines, ensuring a high-quality, clinically robust evaluation.

Families can access multidisciplinary assessments delivered by independent Clinical Psychologists and Consultant Psychiatrists with expertise in neurodevelopmental conditions. Clinicians work collaboratively to develop a thorough understanding of each individual's strengths, differences, and support needs.

• Social communication and interaction differences
• Sensory sensitivities and routines
• Developmental history
• Cognitive and emotional profile
• Co-occurring challenges (e.g. anxiety, ADHD, learning differences)

• Clinical interviews with parents/carers using Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised.
• Direct assessment using specialist diagnostic tools (Autism Diagnostic Observation Scheduled-2).
• Multi informant Information gathering 
• Psychometric Questionnaires
• Cognitive and behavioural testing where appropriate (additional cost)

• Conducting a comprehensive general psychiatric assessment
• Reviewing assessment findings.
• Feedback meeting and personalised report
• Considering treatment options, as well as other forms of support.

    Any diagnosis and treatment recommendations are made by your clinician, who is solely responsible for clinical decisions. 

Where appropriate, your clinician may discuss treatment options, including medication or psychological approaches.