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Autism & ADHD Assessments for Adults

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Does this sound like you?…

  • All your life, you’ve struggled to fit in and never quite feel you belong

  • You have to put in extra effort to seem “normal” and meet expectations

  • You find everyday situations overwhelming, while others are unfazed

  • Your socials are showing you more neurodivergent content—and it’s oddly relatable

  • You have a running list of your Autistic or ADHD traits, or are “peer reviewed,” but you want a professional to confirm if it adds up

  • You already self-identify as ADHD or Autistic, and want to feel more confident about that, need a formal diagnosis for accommodations, or need guidance about how to meet your neurodivergent needs

You’re not alone! Many late-diagnosed Autistic and ADHD people have been through these experiences—including me. And let me tell you, there is a whole world of possibilities once you discover your neurotype! Let’s see what we can do for you.

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My qualifications

  • PhD-level Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

  • Diagnostic Privilege -qualified to diagnose Autism, ADHD, and anything in the DSM in all my states of licensure

  • Trained in affirming assessment for Autism and ADHD by clinicians who share those neurotypes

  • AuDHD, late-identified - my lived experience helps me recognize “neurokin,” including those who’ve gone undiagnosed

  • Active in Autistic and ADHD communities and dedicated to learning from ND-identified and affirming sources

My approach

  • Collaborative - I see you as the expert on your lived experience, while I’m the one who confirms how that aligns with diagnostic criteria and community knowledge.
  • Compassionate - My clients express they’ve felt understood in a rare and positive way in our assessment process. They leave with an uplifting sense of knowing themselves better, and having new tools to fit their needs.
  • Transparent - I avoid making you wait for a “big reveal” about the end of the assessment. I’ll keep you informed on what seems to be showing up as we go along. I love to answer questions about the process.
  • Guided - A personal, secure dashboard will give you an overview of steps you've completed, and what's next, so you can focus on building insights instead of keeping up with logistics.
  • Accommodating - Type in the chat, turn on live captions, stim freely, turn off your video, and share input via email—ask for what you need at any time!
  • Holistic - I account for factors like masking and influences of your race, culture, and gender in your life. This helps avoid missing diagnoses for people who get overlooked by traditional approaches.
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Having a provider you can be comfortable with matters. Learn more about my identities and values here.

I believe that your self-understanding—not just a professional’s opinion—is what will make a real difference in your life.

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Affirming Autism Assessment for Adults

I’m trained in assessment methods that account for presentations that are traditionally missed, including those who are:

  • high-masking

  • low support needs (sometimes called “level 1/high-functioning”)

  • well-accommodated/healthy (traditional approaches focus on signs of Autistic distress, overlooking uniquely Autistic indicators of wellness)

  • PDAers, AuDHDers, extraverts, women, and others who contradict stereotypes

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Information we’ll collect in your Autism assessment

    • Intake interview

    • ACIA (Autism Clinical Interview for Adults), and/or

    • MIGDAS-2, the Monteiro Interview Guidelines for Diagnosing the Autism Spectrum, second edition

    Unlike the common ADOS-2’s supposedly “gold standard” process, you won’t be subjected to childish, confusing activities. These interviews can actually be kind of enjoyable, because we’ll embrace your special interests, sensory needs, and natural interaction style.

  • These include

    • ACIA’s Pre-Interview Questionnaire

    • CAT-Q, the Camouflaging Autistic Traits Questionnaire

    • RAADS-R, the Ritvo Autism Asperger Diagnostic Scale-Revised

    • AQ, the Autism Spectrum Quotient

    • CATI, the Comprehensive Autistic Trait Inventory

    • SPM-2, the Sensory Profile Measure, 2nd edition, plus a sensory checklist to clarify your profile

    • Plus measures of emotion regulation and interoception (related to recognizing bodily needs and emotions, associated with autism)

    • Collateral - YOU choose whether to involve people like your partner/s, friends, coworkers, family members, etc.

    • Records - You can also share things like childhood records or your own self-observations while questioning your neurotype (yes, I know it’s 20 pages long—and that’s relevant!)

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Affirming ADHD Assessment for Adults

I’m trained in assessment methods that account for presentations that are traditionally missed, including ADHD adults in general, especially those who are:

  • high-masking or have compensatory strategies/supports

  • have hyperactivity that is mental/internalized/suppressed

  • experience hyperfocus

  • meet traditional measures of success (e.g., academics, career)

  • told they are “just lazy” or “need to try harder/smarter”

  • AuDHDers, introverts, women, and others who contradict stereotypes

Information we’ll collect in your ADHD assessment

    • Intake interview

    • DIVA-5 interview (the Diagnostic Interview for ADHD in adults)

    This is a semi-structured interview, and I facilitate it in an affirming way.

    If memory is difficult for you (as is common for ADHDers), we can work together to uncover your story.

  • These include

    • AAMM, the Adult ADHD Masking Measure

    • BDEFS-LF, the Barkley Deficits of Executive Functioning Scale-Long Form

    • ASRS, the Adult Self-Report Scale v. 1.1

    • ESQ-R, the Executive Skills Questionnaire-Revised

    • WURS-25, the Wender-Utah Rating Scale-25

    • SPM-2, the Sensory Profile Measure, 2nd edition, plus a sensory checklist to clarify your profile

    • Plus measures of emotion regulation and interoception (related to recognizing bodily needs and emotions, associated with ADHD)

    • Collateral - YOU choose whether to involve people like your partner/s, friends, coworkers, family members, etc.

    • Records - You can also share things like childhood records or your own self-observations while questioning your neurotype (or your intention to write it down or the fact that you misplaced it… that’s relevant info, too)

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Process summary

All assessments take place fully online.

Doing an assessment with me is a thorough, collaborative process filled with education and support from the initial consultation, through interviewing, to the final report.

We’ll work together over the course of a month to allow you time to process what we’re discovering. I work with only one assessment client at a time to support a deeper focus.

Your report will include context to help you and others understand you best, like advocacy and education about how to support your unique neurodivergent traits.

The report includes clear differentials (“why it’s this not that”) to help ensure your diagnoses don’t get “overshadowed” or dismissed when you might share your report with others, or imposter syndrome creeps back in.

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    • Affirming diagnostic interviews — ACIA or MIGDAS-2 for Autism; DIVA-5 for ADHD

    • Full battery of validated self-report measures

    • Comprehensive diagnostic report with psychoeducation tailored to your specific presentation

    • Sensory profile report

    • Diagnosis confirmation letter

    • Recommended accommodations for work or school

    • Tailored resource list

    • Neurodivergent Insights digital workbooks/toolkits to suit your needs

    • Sensory strategies sessions (2× 50 minutes)

    • Follow-up appointment (50 minutes) to discuss your results and next steps

    • Access to your personal client dashboard throughout the process

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Assessment fees

I offer a certain number of reduced-rate slots each year — typically 4 at the Reduced Rate and 2 at the Access Rate. When those slots are filled I maintain a waitlist.

Please read the descriptions below to find which best describes your situation. I leave it to you to determine which rate matches your situation. Generally, the right rate is one that may require planning and feel like a stretch, but won’t impede meeting your basic needs.

Every client gets the same quality of process and documentation, regardless of which rate they pay. The sliding scale structure below is how I make that possible for more people.

Sliding scale tiers

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  • For those with stable income and meaningful financial cushion, such as savings, assets, property, or reliable access to family financial resources.

    This rate reflects the full value of the process—the time, expertise, and care that goes into an assessment like this, as well as the benefits it brings in your life. Those who pay at this level help me continue offering reduced rates to others.

  • For those with steady income but limited financial flexibility, meaning you can cover your needs but without much cushion. You may be early in your career, carrying significant debt, supporting others, or managing necessary expenses that leave little room for extras.

    This rate is available to all Black and Indigenous people, including those whose finances fit the standard rate description, in response to the effects of systemic racism on your access to wealth and healthcare.

  • For those whose financial situation is less stable or predictable. Your income may be inconsistent, limited, or dependent on others, and discretionary spending of any kind requires real consideration.


    This rate is available to Black and Indigenous people who are facing additional financial and systemic challenges.

    If even the Access Rate feels out of reach, I don't want you to go without options. Reach out and I'll do my best to help you find a path forward, whether with me or elsewhere.

Note: Race is explicit in these descriptions because vague language prevents people from using options that are meant for them. The diagnostic gap for Black and Indigenous neurodivergent people is considerable, and it amplifies the other injustices upheld by racism, including economic disadvantages.

Note: The following rates will apply to assessments taking place in or after May 2026.

Assessment Fees Sliding Scale


Open the "sliding scale tiers" section above to determine your rate.


Standard
Rate		 Reduced
Rate		 Access
Rate
ADHD $2,400 $1,800 $1,200
Autism $2,750 $2,050 $1,375
Both $3,400 $2,550 $1,700
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Additional services

Assessment add-ons:

  • Additional follow-up consultation

    Helpful for fine-tuning strategies, getting support for identity reflections)
    $175 for 50 minutes

  • Additional interviewing/document review

    For complex cases or assessing additional diagnose
    $35/quarter-hour

Stand-alone services:

  • “Second opinion” review

    Review of prior assessment report, with meeting to discuss impressions and recommendations.
    $175/50 minutes, plus document review at $35/quarter-hour

  • “Questioning” consultation (non-diagnostic)

    For those who are unsure about seeking formal diagnosis, or want a less extensive exploration of their neurotype, such as a screening, discussion of considerations for formalizing a diagnosis, or exploration of self-identification with a clinician.
    30-90 minutes (prorated based on rate of $175/50 minutes)

  • Strengths & Traits Inventory (STI)
    For those who are self-identified or formally diagnosed, this is a chance to take a brief but deep dive into your neurodivergent identity. Using the comprehensive Strengths and Traits Inventory, we will explore your strengths and struggles, and identify key strategies for your wellbeing goals.
    2× 90 minute appointments
    Standard Rate $750 | Reduced Rate $560 | Access Rate $375 (see     sliding scale details above to identify your rate)

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Payment & insurance

A $250 deposit is required to secure appointments and receive assessment forms.

The remainder of the fee is requested to be paid in two installments, split evenly between the dates of the first and final appointments.

Alternative (short-term) payment plans may be arranged by request.

All services are self-pay. I am not in-network with any insurance plans.

At your request, I will provide superbills that you can submit to insurance for out-of-network (OON) coverage, depending on your plan.

I can recommend services that will file OON claims for you for a small fee. They can also check your coverage and fight claim denials. (No financial conflict to disclose.)

Not all insurance plans will cover diagnostic assessments, and some may cover only certain parts of it. Confirm coverage with your insurance provider in advance; expand the next section for what to ask about.

  • The CPT codes to check with your insurance are:

    • 1 unit of 96130 Assessment: psychological testing, evaluation by qualified healthcare provider, first hour

    • 2 units of 96131 Assessment: psychological testing, evaluation by qualified healthcare provider, each additional hour

    • 1 unit of 96136 Assessment: psychological test administration and scoring by qualified healthcare provider, first 30 minutes

    • 2 units of 96137 Assessment: psychological test administration and scoring by qualified healthcare provider, each additional 30 minutes

    • 2 units of 90834 or 90847 Individual Psychotherapy, 38-52 minutes or 53-60 minutes

    Be sure to mention that it's telehealth, with the Place of Service (POS) code: 10 (if you log into assessment calls from home) or 02 (if you log in from somewhere else). Specifically ask if there are telehealth exclusions. Some insurers don't mention that and it can cause an issue later.

Important notes

It is your responsibility to verify that the results of this assessment will meet your needs, and I am happy to do what I can to help you clarify that. These are some factors you might consider:

  • My assessments are NOT “neuropsychological testing,” which may be required by some entities.

  • I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, NOT a Psychologist. However, like Psychologists, I am a PhD-level provider (rather than Master’s-level), which can help meet some institutional requirements.

  • My reports are deeply based in affirming frameworks, while also using language that is intended to meet the requirements of most employers and higher education settings for getting accommodations in the US.

  • Currently, my assessments are NOT intended to support seeking SSDI.

  • I can NOT prescribe medication. My reports bridge neuro-affirming perspectives into medical terms to help support your healthcare, and I can provide information to prescribing providers at your request and with your written consent.

  • I do not provide ESA letters at this time, although I gladly provide documentation for other accommodations.