Whether you’re seeking answers for yourself, your child, or a patient, a comprehensive evaluation examines the full clinical picture to identify co-occurring conditions, rule out alternative explanations, and guide treatment recommendations.
Social communication, sensory differences, restricted interests, routines, masking, and peer relationships.
Autism spectrum disorder may involve differences in social communication, flexible thinking, sensory processing, routines, play, interests, and peer relationships. Assessment considers early development, current functioning, adaptive skills, and whether traits are subtle or more apparent across settings.
Assessment Process
A collaborative, individualized process designed to understand referral questions and provide clear recommendations.
Clarify referral questions and assessment fit.
Relevant school, medical, or prior testing records are requested when indicated, with questionnaires completed before testing.
Developmental history, current concerns, and goals for evaluation are reviewed.
One or more in-person individualized testing appointments are completed based on referral questions.
Collateral contact or school observation is included when clinically indicated.
A written report and feedback session review findings and recommendations.
FAQ
Consultation
Share what you are noticing and what questions need answering. A consult can clarify whether this service is the right fit and what next steps may be most useful.
Avenir Psychological Services serves families in Sacramento and across Northern California, including Roseville, Davis, Elk Grove, Folsom, Woodland, and the Bay Area.
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