Autism Evaluations

Salt Lake City's premier clinic for autism testing

Autism Evaluations

We offer comprehensive autism evaluations in Salt Lake City for both children and adults. You or your child may be having difficulty with social interactions, communication, or navigating everyday situations that seem to come more naturally to others. Conversations may feel confusing or effortful. Routines may feel necessary to stay regulated. Sensory experiences may be overwhelming or hard to manage.

Over time, these patterns can affect school, work, relationships, and overall functioning. An autism evaluation can help clarify what’s going on. Our process is designed to provide clear, thoughtful answers and a deeper understanding of how you or your child experiences and interacts with the world.

When to Consider an Autism Evaluation

Autism is defined by patterns in social communication and behavior across settings, not just isolated traits . An evaluation helps determine whether these patterns are consistent with autism or better explained by something else.

Autism Evaluations for Adults

Many adults seek an evaluation after years of feeling different, misunderstood, or chronically overwhelmed in social or work environments.

They may have developed ways to cope or mask difficulties, but it often comes at a cost. Social interactions can feel effortful. Burnout is common. There may be a sense that something has never quite been explained.

An adult autism evaluation can help you:

  • Understand long-standing patterns in a clearer way
  • Differentiate autism from anxiety, ADHD, or other concerns
  • Identify strengths alongside areas of difficulty
  • Make more informed decisions about support and next steps

Autism Evaluations for Children

When a child is struggling, it’s not always clear why.

Concerns may be raised by parents, teachers, or pediatricians, but the underlying cause can be difficult to identify without a comprehensive evaluation.

A thorough autism evaluation helps clarify:

  • Social communication patterns
  • Developmental history
  • Behavioral and emotional functioning
  • Learning and adaptive skills

 

Accurate diagnosis requires looking at behavior across settings and gathering input from caregivers and other sources .

What an Autism Evaluation Involves

Autism evaluations are comprehensive and look at multiple areas of functioning, not just one set of symptoms.

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Detailed Clinical Interview & Developmental History

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Assessment of Social Communication and Interaction + Standardized Testing

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Review of Relevant Records (School, Medical, or Prior Evaluations)

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Input from Parents, Teachers, or Other Sources 

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Careful Integration of all Data into a Clear Set of Conclusions

Our Approach

We approach autism evaluations with depth, care, and clinical precision.

The goal is to understand how someone thinks, communicates, and experiences the world, not just determine whether they meet diagnostic criteria.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance often covers the cost of an autism evaluation. 

Because coverage varies, our team will verify your benefits before scheduling and provide a clear estimate of your out-of-pocket cost. 

For those without insurance, these evaluations cost $3,100.

Please see our Fees & Insurance page for more information.

Schedule Your Autism Evaluation

If you’re ready to move forward, or even just exploring whether this is the right next step, we’re here to help.

Schedule an autism evaluation to get clear, thoughtful answers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you evaluate both adults and children?

Yes, we provide autism evaluations for both adults and children.

Most evaluations involve multiple components and may take several hours, sometimes across more than one appointment. The entire process typically takes 4 to 6 weeks from the intake appointment to the feedback session.

Many plans offer coverage. We verify your benefits and provide an estimate before scheduling.

Contact Us to Learn More About Our Autism Evaluations.

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