Most assessments involve 4–5 hours of appointment time after intake. Most clients complete the full process within 60 days of their first appointment. Written reports are typically ready within 14 days of the final session.

A formal diagnosis opens the opportunity to knock on new doors — to services, accommodations, and a deeper understanding of yourself. For many late-diagnosed adults, a formal diagnosis is a gateway to self-exploration of discovering aspects of oneself that can be better explained with new understanding and awareness.

Until 2012, Autism and ADHD could not be diagnosed simultaneously in most cases and -therefore- many adults who are AuDHD (Autistic and ADHD) were misunderstood or unable to access the unique or custom supports and interventions available for our brains.

For more insight into why many folks consider a formal diagnosis to supplement any self-assessment tools, check out these links:

• From ADDtude Magazine: Q: Should I Pursue an Adult Autism Diagnosis?

• From AutismEmpowerment.org

• From AuDHD writer Meg Hartley “7 Benefits of my Late Autism Diagnosis”

• From VeryWell: How is Adult Autism Diagnosed?

The AuDHD assessment is a structured series of sessions designed to explore traits and behaviors associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), including areas where these traits may overlap. We’ll cover topics such as sensory sensitivities, executive functioning, emotional regulation, social communication, and daily routines. Each session focuses on a specific area to ensure we gain a comprehensive understanding of your strengths, challenges, and unique experiences.

Absolutely, yes.

If you’re currently working with another therapist, we can coordinate so that our work can include any information about the support you’re already receiving.

I can provide you with a summary or suggestions on how to share the assessment results with other providers, if that’s something you’d find helpful.

The clinical interview uses the MIGDAS-2, alongside DSM-5-TR criteria. Additional validated tools may be used to screen for co-occurring conditions like anxiety, depression, or ADHD.

Yes, but you may need to pay out of pocket and request reimbursement if I am not in network with your insurer.

I am in network with several insurance companies, which are listed on my Rates and Billing page here.

I am able to offer clients a SuperBill to utilize Out of Network Benefits available on many health insurance plans. With superbills, clients pay out of pocket the full session rate and are reimbursed directly from their insurance company based upon available out of network benefits.  To learn more about Out of Network billing, check out this post.

• The amount of time can vary slightly, but I generally schedule 6 appointments, typically over 6-7 weeks in a row (it's okay if a week needs to be skipped because of life or other commitments; I don't want the process to feel rushed). 

• I schedule appointments for 60 minutes, and typically the entire hour is full, so I encourage people to consider a timeframe in their week when they have about 1.5 hours available for appointments. Scheduling with "buffer time" can allow for any transition time before or after a session to grab a snack, use the bathroom, or do whatever is helpful when preparing for or finishing an appointment that can feel mentally like "a lot". 

• I encourage interested clients to consider scheduling assessment sessions not right up against anything else that may require focus or socializing with others, because sessions can sometimes bring up emotionally challenging life stories, and having some time for self-care can be helpful. I mention this because SOME past assessment clients have encouraged me to share it in the scheduling process, as it was unexpected for them.  

• Additionally, while much of the assessment is completed during the sessions, I ask clients to complete several standardized measures to include in my report writing.  These are completed via NovoPsych - an online platform - and can be completed on your own time (generally, clients say it can take 1-2 hours split over time) or we can schedule a "body doubling" time and walk through the measures on-screen in case you prefer or would benefit from completing them together. 

A body-doubling session is an optional service that provides additional support while you complete the self-assessment forms. During this session, I’ll be present with you to offer encouragement, accountability, and guidance as you work through the self-assessments.

This session focuses on supporting any needs/preferences around executive function struggles.

Body doubling can be especially helpful for those who struggle with executive functioning, focus, or procrastination. You’re not required to do it, but many clients find it beneficial. It is billed as a standard session to the method of payment you are utilizing and focuses on skill building by improving accessibility of the self-assessments, which can be challenging to complete independently, generate questions, and some clients find this session useful.

Note: this is NOT a requirement or expectation, but is an available accomodation.

Before sessions, (upon request) I can send an overview of what we’ll be discussing and some optional prompts for reflection.

These materials can help you consider specific aspects of your life, such as routines or sensory experiences, and gather your thoughts in advance.

You’re welcome to bring any notes to our sessions if that helps you feel prepared and/or send notes to me for written review as a part of my report writing.

Some clients have found this beneficial - especially those who feel most comfortable expressing themselves via writing vs. speaking. This can be discussed in the intake process and is an option, not an expectation.

Life happens, and rescheduling may be necessary!

I just ask that you provide at least 24 hours' notice if you need to change a session time.

We can work together to find an alternative date that fits within our schedules.

Once the assessment is complete, we’ll have a report review session to discuss the findings, recommendations, and next steps.

I also offer monthly check-in sessions for a few months after the assessment, which can be helpful for those interested in ongoing AuDHD-specific support.

This is entirely optional and can focus on integrating insights from the assessment into your daily life, identifying resources, and developing self-advocacy skills.

Yes, after our assessment sessions, I’ll spend about 2-3 weeks compiling a comprehensive report that summarizes key findings and offers insights into Autism and/or ADHD traits that we identified.

We’ll review this report together during our final session, where I’ll answer any questions and discuss next steps or recommendations.