To help you prepare for your upcoming autism assessment, please read the information below

This will help ensure everything runs smoothly and that you get the most out of the process

We’re looking forward to supporting you at Be Kind Psychology

Before Your Appointment

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    1. Complete the Consent Form

    Before we begin, we require your consent to proceed with your autism assessment. This includes consent for:

    - Use of structured diagnostic tools

    - Storage of personal and clinical information

    - Video recording of the ADOS-2 (if applicable)

    Please complete the relevant background and consent form at least 48 hours before your first appointment:

    🔗Child Background & Consent Form

    🔗Adult Background & Consent Form

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    2. Submit Relevant Reports or Documentation

    If you have any prior documentation that may support your assessment, please share it in advance or bring it with you on the day. Relevant documents may include:

    - School or preschool reports

    - Previous psychological, SLT, or medical assessments

    - Individual Education Plans (IEPs), EHCPs, or SEN documentation

    We’ll provide a secure link for uploading files, or you can bring hard copies to your in-person session.

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    3. What To Expect During Your Autism Assessment

    Your assessment process may include:

    - A parent/carer interview (structured developmental history)

    - Standardised diagnostic tools (e.g., ADI-R, ADOS-2)

    - Play-based or observational assessment

    - Cognitive or developmental testing (if clinically indicated)

    - Questionnaires for parents and/or teachers

    - A feedback session (online or by phone)

    All assessments are conducted by a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and follow a neuroaffirmative, evidence-based approach. Reports are accepted by the HSE and Department of Education.

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    4. Timing & Report Delivery

    Assessment timelines vary depending on the type and complexity of the assessment.

    As a general guideline:

    • Educational and ADHD assessments are usually completed within approximately 6–8 weeks of the first assessment appointment.

    • Autism and comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments may take approximately 8–12 weeks to complete.

    These are estimated timeframes rather than guaranteed completion dates. They assume that payment has been received in accordance with the agreed payment terms and that all questionnaires, school information, previous reports and other information required to complete the assessment have been received.

    Timelines may be extended where additional information or assessment is required, where information from parents, schools or other professionals remains outstanding, or where the scope of the assessment changes during the assessment process.

    Once the assessment has been completed, a feedback appointment will be arranged to discuss the findings. The final written report is normally issued following the feedback appointment.

    If you require an assessment or report for a particular deadline, such as the beginning of a school term, an examination application or another time-sensitive process, please let us know when booking. While we will take this into consideration, completion by a particular date cannot be guaranteed.

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    5. Payment & Booking

    A 20% non-refundable booking deposit is required to secure your assessment appointment(s).

    The remaining balance must be paid in full no later than two weeks before the assessment begins. Assessment work cannot commence unless payment has been received in full by the required date.

    Invoices are issued via Stripe and can be paid securely using the payment options provided.

    Please see our Fees & Payment Information for full details regarding fees, payment, cancellations and rescheduling.

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    6. Have Questions?

    If you’re unsure about any part of the process or would like to speak to us before your appointment, we’re happy to help.

    info@bekindpsychology.ie