ASD Assessment Melbourne
Comprehensive adult autism assessment in Brunswick East, Melbourne, with experienced clinical psychologists. In-person and telehealth appointments available.
Looking for Clarity About Autism?
Many autistic adults reach adulthood without a diagnosis. Some have spent years masking, feeling different in social settings, struggling with sensory sensitivities, or working hard to cope without understanding why certain situations feel so difficult.
An autism assessment can help clarify whether your experiences are consistent with autism, highlight your strengths and support needs, and provide guidance for daily life, work, relationships, and self-understanding.
Why Choose a Clinical Psychologist?
Clinical psychologists are trained to assess complex presentations with care and depth. For autism, this means considering developmental history, communication style, sensory experiences, routines, masking, and the broader context of your life.
The goal is not only diagnostic clarity, but a respectful understanding of how you function and what supports may be helpful.
You may benefit from an assessment if you:
Have always felt different socially
Experience sensory sensitivities or overload
Mask or camouflage your behaviour often
Prefer routine, predictability, or structure
Experience autistic burnout or exhaustion
Want clearer insight into your strengths and support needs
All our psychologists are registered with AHPRA and maintain professional development in their areas of focus.
How We Work
Evidence-Based Therapeutic Approaches
Our psychologists draw from therapeutic frameworks that are supported by research, including
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
for psychological flexibility and values-based living
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)
for trauma and PTSD
Trauma-informed care
across all presentations
Schema Therapy
for complex patterns and personality-related concerns
Neurodivergent-affirming approaches
for ADHD and ASD support
Your psychologist will discuss which approaches may be relevant for your situation and will adapt strategies based on your feedback and progress.
FAQs
What is an autism assessment?
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An autism assessment is a structured psychological process that explores developmental history, communication, sensory experiences, and current functioning to determine whether autism may be present.
Do you assess adults?
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Yes. We provide autism assessments for adults seeking clarity and diagnostic understanding.
Can autism and ADHD occur together?
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Yes. Many people experience both autism and ADHD traits. Assessment can help clarify how these interact.
Are telehealth appointments available?
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Yes. Telehealth may be available depending on your circumstances.
Take the Next Step
If you are considering an autism assessment in Melbourne, we can help you gain clarity, understanding, and direction.