Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assessment in Minnesota

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assessments

Recognizing and Understanding ASD

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects social communication, social interaction, and patterns of behavior and interests. Every individual is unique, and autism presents differently from person to person.

A comprehensive autism assessment can provide clarity regarding whether ASD best explains an individual's strengths, challenges, and experiences. An accurate diagnosis can help guide treatment recommendations, educational planning, workplace accommodations, and access to appropriate supports.

At Ready Psych Go, we provide comprehensive autism assessments for children, adolescents, and adults throughout Minnesota.

Understanding the Why Behind Your Challenges

Psychological assessments serve a crucial purpose in identifying the root causes of an individual’s presenting concerns. They help guide effective next steps, including accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment planning.

The benefits of assessment extend beyond immediate needs, providing individuals with a valuable blueprint for navigating daily life. With a meticulous evaluation and written report, individuals can gain insight into possible contributors to stress, trauma, or other psychological challenges.

Our assessments also offer a framework for understanding and addressing neurodevelopmental differences such as ADHD, learning disorders (for example, dyslexia and dyscalculia), intellectual functioning, and cognitive giftedness.

PROCESS

How the ASD Assessment Works

To begin the autism assessment process, we start with an in-depth intake session to gather information about developmental history, current concerns, and overall functioning.

We then complete a comprehensive autism evaluation using a series of standardized, age-appropriate measures. These may include assessment of social communication, adaptive functioning, behavior patterns, and cognitive functioning, depending on the individual’s needs.

• Clinical Interview: A comprehensive interview to review developmental history, current concerns, medical and educational history, and goals for the assessment.

• Standardized Testing: One to three in-person testing sessions using evidence-based autism measures, including the ADOS-2 and, when appropriate, the ADI-R, along with other standardized measures selected to answer the referral questions. If the autism assessment is completed as part of an integrated assessment, additional testing may be required and testing sessions may be longer.

• Questionnaires: Completion of standardized questionnaires by the client and, when appropriate, parents, caregivers, teachers, or other professionals.

• Collateral Information (When Appropriate): With your consent, we may obtain information from family members, schools, or healthcare providers to better understand functioning across settings.

• Data Analysis: Results from interviews, standardized testing, questionnaires, records, and collateral information are integrated to determine whether diagnostic criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder are met and to identify strengths and areas of need.

• Comprehensive Report: A detailed written report summarizing the assessment findings, diagnostic conclusions when applicable, and individualized recommendations.

• Feedback Session: A dedicated meeting to review the results, answer questions, and discuss recommendations and next steps.

• Optional Follow-Up: Additional consultation may be available to support implementation of recommendations, school planning, or coordination with other professionals.

Our Approach to Autism Testing and Diagnosis

Our psychologists have extensive experience conducting comprehensive autism assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. We use evidence-based assessment methods, including clinical interviews, standardized measures such as the ADOS-2 and ADI-R when appropriate, questionnaires, behavioral observations, and collateral information to develop a complete understanding of each individual.

Our goal extends beyond making an accurate diagnosis. We provide clear, individualized recommendations to support educational planning, workplace accommodations, treatment planning, and everyday functioning.

When appropriate, we collaborate with families, schools, physicians, and other professionals to ensure our recommendations are practical, personalized, and focused on long-term success.

What’s Included in Your Autism Assessment Report

Children

Comprehensive autism assessment report with clear findings and a DSM 5 diagnosis, when applicable.
Review of developmental, medical, educational, and psychosocial history.
Standardized autism assessment using evidence-based measures, including the ADOS 2, ADI R, and other measures as appropriate.
Personalized recommendations for school, home, and community supports.
Documentation to support IEPs, 504 Plans, disability services, and other accommodations, when appropriate.
Feedback session to review results, answer questions, and discuss next steps.

Adults

Comprehensive autism assessment report with clear findings and a DSM 5 diagnosis, when applicable.
Review of developmental, educational, occupational, and psychosocial history.
Standardized autism assessment using evidence-based measures, including the ADOS 2, ADI R, and other measures as appropriate.
Personalized recommendations for work, education, relationships, and daily functioning.
Documentation to support workplace accommodations, disability services, and other accommodations, when appropriate.
Feedback session to review results, answer questions, and discuss next steps.

Request an ASD Assessment

If you are considering an autism assessment, our experienced psychologists are here to guide you through the process with clarity, expertise, and compassion. We provide comprehensive Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessments for children, adolescents, and adults in a respectful and supportive environment.

Contact Ready Psych Go to schedule an assessment or consultation.

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

The cost of an autism assessment depends on the individual's age, referral question, and whether it is completed as a standalone evaluation or as part of an integrated assessment. Please contact us for a personalized quote, and we will be happy to discuss the most appropriate option for your needs.
Yes. We provide comprehensive Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessments for adults, as well as children and adolescents. Adult evaluations can support workplace accommodations, educational planning, disability documentation, and a better understanding of social, emotional, and cognitive functioning.
Yes. We provide comprehensive Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessments for children and adolescents. Evaluations include developmental history, clinical interviews, standardized assessment measures, and behavioral observations to determine whether DSM 5 criteria for ASD are met.
Yes. Following your assessment, you will receive a comprehensive written report summarizing the findings, explaining diagnostic conclusions, and providing personalized recommendations. Reports can support educational, workplace, and treatment planning when appropriate.
Yes. When clinically appropriate, assessment findings may support school accommodations, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), 504 Plans, workplace accommodations, disability documentation, and other support services.
Yes. We also provide comprehensive ADHD assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. Because ADHD and autism frequently co-occur, we carefully evaluate both when clinically appropriate.
Yes. During a comprehensive autism assessment, we routinely consider other conditions that may contribute to an individual's presentation, including ADHD, anxiety, learning disorders, and other mental health concerns. Additional assessment may be recommended when appropriate.
Yes. We offer evidence-based therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Therapy can help individuals build coping strategies, improve communication, and address emotional, behavioral, and relationship concerns.
Our psychologists specialize in comprehensive autism evaluations using evidence-based assessment methods, including the ADOS 2 and ADI R when appropriate. We focus on accurate diagnosis, individualized recommendations, and practical reports that support school, workplace, and everyday functioning.