Looking for an Adult Autism Assessment?
I offer assessments virtually alongside therapy services to individuals seeking to explore an Autism Diagnosis. Assessments can be conducted as a standalone service or as a part of ongoing therapy services for established clients.
Autism assessments are conducted over several sessions and can be billed in the same manner as any other therapy services.
Recently, more of us have begun to discover that our “talented and gifted” nature as a child was actually highly masked neurodivergence.
Common struggles among neurodivergents include:
Anxiety, depression, and other co-occurring mood disorders
Communication challenges
Difficulties with emotional regulation
Executive functioning problems
Sensory processing issues
Social awkwardness
If you - or someone you love - are autistic, have ADHD, or otherwise feel like you’re working with a different operating system, there is nothing wrong with you/them.
How much does an Autism Assessment cost?
The out-of-pocket cost for assessments is set based on my Standard Rates.
My standard rate is $250/hour. Pay What You Can rates are available for $75-249 and can be discussed in the initial consultation. Income verification is NOT required.
There is a $150 Assessment fee to cover the cost of licensing fees for assessment tools and my time spent writing the diagnostic assessment.
**Note: The assessment fee is waived for Open Path Clients and clients utilizing Health Insurance as a form of payment.
Option A : $1,650 : Six Appointments + Assessment Fee
5 Sixty Minute clinical interview assessment focused psychotherapy appointments : $250*5 = $1,250
1 Sixty Minute summary appointment to discuss diagnostic assessment results : $250
Assessment Fee: $150
Eligible for in-network coverage for some Clients - contact for more details
May Be Eligible for Out of Network Billing via SuperBill/Reimbursify
Option B : $1,700 : Five Appointments + Assessment Fee
4 Seventy Five-minute clinical interview assessment focused psychotherapy appointments: $300*4 = $1,200
1 Sixty Minute summary appointment to discuss diagnostic assessment results : $250
Assessment Fee: $150
Option C : $1,450 : Four Appointments + Assessment Fee
1 60 Minute Intake appointment to discuss clinical history & relevant co-occurring matters: $250
3 Ninety-minute clinical interview assessment focused psychotherapy appointments: $350*3 = $1,050
Assessment Fee: $150
Option D : Sliding Scale Rates Available upon Request
I offer a limited number of cash-pay sliding-scale Assessment Slots as they are available at a rate of $75-200 per session.
A Good Faith Estimate is offered after a free- consultation to clients interested in a Sliding Scale Assessment which details the estimated total cost at the rate determined during the consultation process.
Sliding Scale Assessments are offered to clients who are uninsured, underinsured, and those who are receiving an Assessment with financial support from an outside source.
Sliding scale rates are NOT available for clients utilizing health insurance. All clients wishing to utilize health insurance will be billed the standard rates listed above and it is recommended that clients select Option A for the highest likelihood of reimbursement for Out of Network Insurance claims.
Assessment Fee - Waived for Sliding Scale Clients
Contact me for details regarding sliding scale Assessment availability. I retain 25-50% of the appointment times for clients in need of sliding scale rates.
Commonly Asked Questions about Adult Autism Assessments
How many appointments or how much time does an Autism Assessment take?
Generally, Autism assessments require 4-5 hours of appointment time and 2 hours of my time to review notes from our appointments, self-assessment results, and type up a diagnostic report.
These appointments can be scheduled in 6o-90 minute blocks to allow for assessments to be conducted in 3-5 sessions including an optional summary appointment after I send you my written diagnostic report.
Appointments are scheduled after the initial consultation and clients are responsible for adhering to any cancellation policies and expectations.
Most clients complete the assessment process within 30 days of the initial appointment and diagnostic reports are available within 10-14 days of the final appointment.
What types of tools are used in the Assessment process?
Autism Assessments by Unbroken Circles Therapy involve a combination of review of self-assessments and clinical interviews with Kimberly Louvin, LCSW.
During the clinical interview, the MIGDAS-2 assessment tool will be utilized to guide the conversation. Additionally, various other tools or assessments may be consulted to screen for any co-occurring diagnoses such as Generalized Anxiety, Depression, or other diagnoses that many late-diagnosed adults may experience.
If I can self-assess, why get a formal diagnosis?
For many late-diagnosed adults, a formal diagnosis is the gateway to self-exploration of discovering aspects of oneself that can be better explained with new understanding and awareness.
Until 2012, Autism and ADHD could not be diagnosed simultaneously in most cases and -therefore- many adults who are AuDHD (Autistic and ADHD) were misunderstood or unable to access the unique or custom supports and interventions available for our brains.
For more insight into why many folks consider a formal diagnosis to supplement any self-assessment tools, check out these links:
From ADDtude Magazine: Q: Should I Pursue an Adult Autism Diagnosis?
From AuDHD writer Meg Hartley “7 Benefits of my Late Autism Diagnosis”
Can I use my health Insurance to get assessed?
Yes - more than likely, but you may need to pay out of pocket and request reimbursement..
I am in network with several insurance companies, which are listed on my Rates and Billing page here. .
I am able to offer clients a SuperBill to utilize Out of Network Benefits available on many health insurance plans. Clients pay out of pocket the full session rate and are reimbursed directly from their insurance company based upon available out of network benefits. To learn more about Out of Network billing, check out this post.