104/46 Graingers Rd, West Footscray
AUTISM ASSESSMENT IN MELBOURNE
Assessing for autism
Autism is a condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, interacts with others, and experiences their environment. It is a lifelong condition that starts when a person is born and stays with them into old age. At Enriching Minds Psychology, our team of psychologists can provide autism assessment and autism diagnosis in Melbourne using the MIGDAS, ADOS-2, ADI-R and SRS-2. With over 15 years of experience in assessments, we can be trusted to help both children and adults alike find answers.
Our autism assessment in Melbourne occurs over two sessions. The first session can be online or in person and involves taking a detailed background history and current behaviours. The second is face to face, with questionnaires also needing to be filled in. A report is then provided with the findings and a feedback session is offered to go through the report and answer any questions you may have.
Reports have a quick turnaround and are completed within a fortnight.
Call us on 0422690917 to make a booking
Specific experiences associated with autism
As autism is viewed on a spectrum, people living with the condition may exhibit different behaviours, such as:
- Differences in communicating and interacting with people around them;
- May have a preference for solitary activities
- Developing a strong interest in one singular subject;
- Avoiding eye contact when communicating;
- Intense routine following (and distress when it changes);
- Time management issues;
- Feeling overwhelmed;
- Hyper-sensitivity to the surrounding environment.
Exhibiting any of these symptoms doesn’t necessarily mean that a person has autism. This is why it is important for you or your loved one to undergo a comprehensive autism assessment in Melbourne.
Support for Autistic People
Whilst there is no specific treatment for autism, there are numerous practices that can help manage the condition. These may include:
Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy helps support individual sensory motor development as well as assist with tier independence and social participation.
Speech Pathology
Speech pathology puts an emphasis on developing the individual’s social and communication skills.
Counselling/Therapy
Designed to help the individual understand their emotions, particular in social and behavioural settings.
Low Sensory Rooms
These are quiet spaces where the individual can feel relaxed and escape any overwhelming situations that may be causing distress.
