Autism Affirmation Process

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Moore Psychology's autism affirmation process is a dynamic and individualised assessment approach. A comprehensive evaluation explores communication, social interaction, sensory needs, and developmental history, integrating findings against DSM-5-TR criteria.

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Assessment Process

Autism assessments are completed over multiple stages and may include:

• Taking a developmental history

• Exploring specific autistic experiences in communication, social interaction, and sensory needs

• Clinical interview and observation with the client, conducted via telepsychology

• Review of previous assessments and documentation where available

• Additional measures where relevant, such as adaptive behaviour assessments and information gathering (with the client's consent) from parents, family, friends, and/or schools

• Integration of assessment findings against DSM-5-TR criteria and preparation of a comprehensive written report

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Not every assessment requires all components. The assessment process is tailored to the individual's needs and referral question.

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If a person is affirmed as autistic, they can apply to the NDIS to determine eligibility for relevant funding and support. Please note there is no guarantee of NDIS or other external funding.

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Professional Background

My professional experience includes working as a developmental educator in the school inclusion program for Autism SA (2009–2010) and completing the Autism SA diagnostician training process in 2017.

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I have developed an affirming autism criteria inspired by the work of Matt Lowry, which I use alongside the DSM-5-TR criteria in my diagnostic reports.

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Costs & Payment

The cost of an autism assessment depends on the specific queries a client wishes to address — for instance, a brief report confirming assessment results versus a comprehensive report.

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As a general guide, assessment costs start at $2,500, depending on the complexity of the evaluation.

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Payment is required at different stages throughout the assessment process:

• Payment for video sessions is required the week of service

• Asynchronous elements of the assessment process are billed as they occur

• Full payment is required prior to the release of the report to clients

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Medicare Rebates

Currently, there are no Medicare reimbursements available for people aged 25 and over.

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For individuals under 25, Medicare rebates may be available with a valid referral from a paediatrician or psychiatrist.

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Please refer to the FAQ section for further details.

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