Autism & ADHD Assessments

My Approach

I believe Autism and ADHD are naturally occurring differences in the way some brains and nervous systems receive and process information. I do not view these neurotypes as a deficit, disorder, or something to be cured. You will find an affirming and accomodating assessment experience with me. My goal is to help you understand yourself better and begin living a life that makes sense and supports your needs.

The Assessment Process:

Complete a consultation call, choose your assessment type, and schedule your first appointment
Depending on the assessment you choose, you may need to complete intake paperwork, online measures, and collect outside feedback from trusted sources
Attend your assessment appointments where you will be asked thorough questions about your life experiences
Schedule a feedback session, receive personalized recommendations and resource list and, if you choose, request a written summary

Choose your Autism Assessment

Screening Session

Investment: $150

A single 50-minute session to discuss your history, traits, and questions related to Autism.
You’ll leave with clarity on next steps and whether a focused or comprehensive assessment may be helpful.
Additional sessions can be added if you wish to continue the process.

Focused Therapeutic Assessment

Investment: $450 + $75 deposit

A shorter, interview-based option for those who have already done some self-reflection or prior exploration and would like professional collaboration and validation. This process does not use the MIGDAS-2 but follows a similar conversational, insight-driven approach.

Includes:

Deposit (covers review of intake forms and preparatory setup)- $75
Two 50-minute assessment sessions- $150 each
One 50-minute feedback session- $150
Personalized recommendations and resource list

Optional Add-Ons:

Written summary- $150
Additional feedback session(s)- $150 each
Session determining accommodations, with letter- $200

Comprehensive Therapeutic Assessment

Investment: $750 + $150 deposit

A comprehensive, five-session process that uses the MIGDAS-2 (Monteiro Interview Guide for Diagnosing the Autism Spectrum) to structure our exploration. These sessions invite detailed reflection to understand your neurotype more fully.

Includes:

Deposit (covers review of intake forms, screenings, family input, and preparatory setup)- $150
Four 50-minute assessment sessions- $150 each
One 50-minute feedback session- $150
Personalized recommendations and resource list

Optional Add-Ons:

Written summary- $150
Additional feedback session(s)- $150 each
Session determining accommodations, with letter- $200

Autism + ADHD Assessment

Investment: An additional $300

Whichever Autism assessment you choose, add two 50-minute sessions ($150 each) focused on assessing ADHD.

Choose your ADHD Assessment

Screening Session

Investment: $150

A single 50-minute session to discuss your history, traits, and questions related to ADHD
You’ll leave with clarity on next steps and whether a full or focused assessment may be helpful.
Additional sessions can be added if you wish to continue the process.

Comprehensive Therapeutic Assessment

Investment: $600 + $75 deposit

An interview-based, four-session process, using the DIVA-5 (Diagnostic Interview for ADHD in Adults). These sessions invite detailed reflection to understand your neurotype more fully.

Includes:

Deposit (covers review of intake forms and preparatory setup)- $75
Three 50-minute assessment sessions- $150 each
One 50-minute feedback session- $150
Personalized recommendations and resource list

Optional Add-Ons:

Written summary- $150
Additional feedback session(s)- $150 each
Session determining accommodations, with letter- $200

* If included with an Autism assessment, see choice four above.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is an assessment right for you?

You may be a good fit for an Autism or ADHD assessment with me if:

You are an adult living in Tennessee
You have self-discovered Autism or ADHD and are seeking clarity from a professional
You, or others in your life, have suspected you might be Autistic or ADHD, but you are unsure
You relate to aspects of Autism or ADHD, yet have doubts and questions
You are only seeking clarification on Autism or ADHD and not to be assessed for mental health, other neurodevelopmenal, or learning conditions
The results of this assessment is not being used in a disability benefits case
You either are not seeking accomodations through an institution, or you have varified that a diagnosis given by a masters-level clinician will be accepted by the designated institution (i.e. school, employer, healthcare professional)
In the case of seeking ADHD medication, your Psychiatrist accepts a diagnosis by a masters-level clinician

What are the risks and benefits?

Potential benefits include:

Validation, answers, and relief
Diagnostic clarity
Appropriate treatment recommendations
Insight into your strengths and differences
Documentation to help support you at home, work, school, or other settings

Potential risks or drawbacks include:

Cost and time commitment
Stigma and discrimination that comes with certain diagnoses
Distress or discomfort during and following the assessment process
Experiencing waves of emotion, including grief after receiving the results
Results and recommendations may not align with what you expected or hoped
Only being assessed for Autism or ADHD and not for mental health, other neurodevelopmenal, or learning conditions

What are my credentials and limitations?

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Tennessee. I have received specialized training and education in conducting Neurodivergent-affirming Autism and ADHD assessments for adults. I use a variety of measures to gather data during the assessment, with the MIGDAS-2 being the foundation for the Autism assessment and the DIVA-5 being the foundation for the ADHD assessment.

As a LCSW, it is within my scope of practice to assess for conditions found within the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fifth edition (DSM-5). However, this does not mean that all institutions accept a diagnosis given by a masters-level clinician. In some cases, such as schools, insurance companies, and Social Security Disability, you may need to be assessed by a doctorate-level clinician. If you plan to share the outcome of your assessment with an institution such as work, school, or insurance, please confirm what they require. Being assessed by a masters-level clinician is appropriate in cases where you are seeking personal understanding or have confirmation that the assessment will be accepted by relevant institutions.

It is possible the assessment will not answer all of your questions or may produce a different result than you were expecting. In cases where I am not clear on the results or other factors are present, such as certain neurodevelopmental disorders or medical conditions, further testing may be needed. I may need to refer you to a medical professional or testing psychologist.

What is the assessment process?

Depending on which assessment path you choose, the process may take place over several appointments and be several hours long. Your appointments can be scheduled in one or two hour blocks.

For the comprehensive or focused assessment, you will be asked to complete a list of online screeners and forms. This portion of the assessment may take a considerable amount of time to complete and it is recommended to have help from someone who knows you very well, like a family member or spouse/partner. Once this is complete, we will meet over video or in person for the interview portion of the assessment. I will ask several questions to learn about your experiences and history, using the MIGDAS-2 for Autism and the DIVA-5 for ADHD . Once I have the information needed, I will review all of the data and conclude the results. Your assessment includes a feedback session, with personalized recommendations. A written summary is available upon request.

Should you need or want more support after the assessment, we can discuss beginning therapy services or a referral for other therapeutic support.

How do you pay for an assessment?

The deposit is due one week before your first appointment and is non-refundable. Payment for each session is due at the time of your appointment. I do not accept insurance, and as an adult, insurance companies will likely not reimburse for these assessments. If you would like to try seeking out-of-network reimbursement from your insurance company, you are encouraged to speak with them directly. I can provide documentation for this if needed. Please be aware that using insurance benefits will place a diagnosis on your medical records.

Request Free Consultation