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Autism Diagnostic Assessment

Is your child showing early characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? You can reach out to us to discuss an Autism Diagnostic Assessment.

What is ASD and is an Autism Diagnostic Assessment?

ASD is a developmental disorder. It can affect a person’s communication skills, behaviour and ability to function in various social environments. Autism Spectrum Disorder, exists on a spectrum. Meaning that each person with ASD experiences a different set of characteristics. Some traits may include:

  • Avoidance of or irregular eye contact.
  • Difficultly speaking with others or maintaining conversation.
  • Restricted awareness of social cues.
  • Difficulty understanding the moods, actions, feelings or behaviour of others.
  • An intense or excessive interest in very specific topics
  • Repetitious behaviour.
  • Other developmental issues.

An Autism Diagnostic Assessments can determine whether your child has ASD. Our autism diagnostic assessment service is conducted at our Shenton Park clinic, with our speech pathology team working as part of a multidisciplinary diagnostic process.

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How does my child receive an Autism Diagnosis?

In Perth, Western Australia, the first step is to ensure you have a referral from your paediatrician.

From there, diagnosing ASD involves assessments from three specialists trained in The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS):

At Kid Speak Perth, we provide the Speech Pathology component of this assessment. This is separated into two assessment sessions. First, we complete a structured interview with parents or caregivers. Following the parent interview, a Speech Pathologist will work with your child to complete the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS). This is considered the ‘Gold Standard’ ASD assessment tool. Once we have completed the assessment, parents will receive a report and an option feedback session with the assessing Speech Pathologist.

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Our Autism Diagnostic Services

Are you concerned that your child may need an assessment, yet haven’t been to a paediatrician? You can always visit us first.

We can speak to you and informally assess your child to determine whether they may be showing clinical traits of ASD. From there, we can discuss whether pursuing an Autism Diagnostic Assessment would be beneficial.

Some rebates may be available through your Paediatrician.

Kid Speak Autism Diagnostic Assessments – Shenton Park Clinic

Kid Speak’s autism diagnostic assessment service is conducted at our Shenton Park clinic by speech pathologists trained in the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS), which is considered the gold standard tool for autism assessment. Families travelling from Success, Baldivis or further afield are welcome – our Shenton Park clinic at 2/155 Onslow Road is easily accessible from across the Perth metro area.

Shenton Park (2/155 Onslow Road) – serving families from across Perth including Subiaco, Nedlands, Claremont, Floreat, Wembley, Cockburn, Bibra Lake, Leeming, Atwell, Baldivis, Rockingham, Warnbro, Port Kennedy, Kwinana and surrounding suburbs.

A referral from your paediatrician is required to begin the diagnostic process. Following the assessment, families receive a written report and the option of a feedback session with the assessing speech pathologist. Medicare Care Plans and NDIS funding accepted.

Fill out the contact form below to enquire about the autism diagnostic assessment process or to join the waitlist at our Shenton Park clinic.

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