Autism Screening & Psychiatric Evaluations - Virtual, Compassionate, and Accurate
Why Consider an Autism Evaluation?
Autism affects communication, connection, and sensory experience. It's often missed in women and people of color.
What Is an Autism Screening?
It's a first step using tools like M-CHAT, SRS-2, RAADS-R. It helps determine if full evaluation is needed. Available for children, teens, and adults.
Why Choose Virtual Psychiatric Care?
Licensed neurodiverse-informed providers
Virtual, private sessions
Fast scheduling
Support with or without diagnosis
Should I Get Screened for Autism? Yes, if:
- You feel "different" socially
- Have sensory sensitivities
- Struggle with change
- Relate to recent diagnoses in others
Screening can validate your experience, provide clarity, and support.
Research
- Lai et al. (2015): Diagnosis gaps in women/BIPOC
- Hollocks et al. (2019): Anxiety and depression common
- Brugha et al. (2011): Many adults undiagnosed
Resources
- Screening Tools
- Referral Network
- Documentation Support
- Treatment Planning
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Autism Screening and Evaluations
Signs in adults?
Social and sensory patterns.
Benefits of adult diagnosis?
Validation and support.
School help?
Used for co-occurring issues, not autism itself.
Evaluation cost?
Varies; payment plans available.
Medications?
Used for co-occurring issues, not autism itself.