Autism Spectrum Disorder Screener
At Steps & Stones Psychology, we offer an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screener for parents who are unsure whether a full ASD assessment is necessary. This screener provides early insights into your child’s developmental patterns, helping you decide if further evaluation is needed.
The screener involves a behavioural questionnaire and a one-hour consultation. It’s designed to give you a preliminary understanding of your child’s development without the need for a full assessment at this stage.
If you choose to proceed with a full ASD assessment following the screener, the cost of the screener will be deducted from the total assessment fee.
What Does the ASD Screener Involve?
The ASD Screener is an initial step designed to help you explore whether your child may need a full ASD assessment.
Here’s what it includes:
Behavioural Questionnaire
We begin with a standardised behavioural questionnaire that covers key areas such as social interaction, communication, and behaviour. This helps us identify any developmental concerns that may need further evaluation.
One-Hour Consultation
Following the questionnaire, we conduct a one-hour consultation to discuss your child’s development, any observed behaviours, and your concerns. This allows us to provide initial insights into whether further assessment may be needed.
What Happens After the Screener?
Once the ASD Screener is complete, you will receive a brief report summarising our findings. The report will highlight whether there are any indicators that suggest a full ASD assessment could be beneficial.
Post-Screener Discussion
After reviewing the report, you’ll have the opportunity to schedule a free, no-obligation discussion to go over the results. This session is designed to help you understand the findings and decide whether further assessment is necessary.
Why Choose the ASD Screener?
Clarity Without Commitment
The ASD Screener offers valuable insights into your child’s development, helping you make an informed decision about whether a full ASD assessment is needed. There’s no obligation to proceed with a full assessment, giving you peace of mind.
Cost Deduction for Full Assessment
If the results suggest that a full ASD assessment is necessary, the cost of the screener will be deducted from the total assessment fee, making it a cost-effective first step.
Supportive and Convenient
The screener includes a one-hour consultation and a behavioural questionnaire, conducted in a supportive environment. This makes the process easy and accessible for families looking for initial guidance.
Is a Full ASD Assessment Needed?
The ASD Screener is designed to help you answer that question. While the screener itself is not diagnostic, it provides initial insights that may indicate whether further assessment is needed. Should you choose to proceed with a full ASD assessment, the cost of the screener will be deducted from the overall fee.
Book Your ASD Screener Today
If you’re unsure whether a full ASD assessment is necessary for your child, our ASD Screener is an excellent first step. Contact us today to book a screening and gain valuable insights into your child’s development.