Autism evaluations
formal evaluation to diagnose autism in adults and children in Florida and alabama
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The first session is to meet and discuss concerns, symptoms, client history. Additional assessments (CARS-2, Vineland-3, SRS-2, and Sensory Processing Checklist) will be sent home to be returned at second session.
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The second session is the evaluation session. The ADOS-2 will be completed during session and will take between 40-60 minutes. The additional assessments given at the intake session will be returned by client or caregivers for scoring.
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The third session is to discuss results from the evaluation. We will review scores from the ADOS-2, as well as any additional assessments that were turned in at the second session. Recommendations for services and resources will be given. An evaluation report with the formal diagnosis will be provided within two weeks to present to pediatrician/primary doctor. This session typically takes 60 minutes.
WHAT TO EXPECT
There will be 3 total appointments, all 60 minutes or less.
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FAQs
What all goes into the evaluation?
wHAT HAPPENS NEXT IF THE SCORES ARE POSITIVE FOR aUTISM?
The evaluation that will be used is the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2). This will be done in the second appointment. The Vineland-3, SRS-2, CARS-2 and Sensory Processing Checklist are also used and are completed by the client or caregiver to help gather further information. For toddler aged children, the MCHAT and ASQ’s may also be used (for kids 5 and under). All scores from the ADOS-2 and the additional assessments will be put on the written report with the formal diagnosis.
We will meet at the results session and discuss all assessment results in depth. I will not move forward with the written report until we talk and discuss your thoughts/feelings on the scores and you feel comfortable moving forward. At that point, the report will be written and ready within 2 weeks of testing. You will then take it to your child’s primary care doctor for them to review as well. Things like ABA therapy, continued mental health therapy, school resources, and parenting resources will all be discussed with you during the results. Resources for adults on the spectrum are available as well.
WHO CAN BE EVALUATED FOR AUTISM?
The ADOS-2 evaluations can begin as early as 18 months and can be used through adulthood. My experience has included all age groups; from as young as 18 months to adults well into late adulthood. Five different versions of the evaluation are available to ensure I can select the version best suited for the client’s age and developmental range.
What do I need to bring to the evaluation?
Just yourself! The testing has a specific set of toys that are utilized during the evaluation for younger kids and I will have those available. You will not need to bring any additional toys, just the assessments that were given at your first appointment!
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