​We offer autism assessments via secure Telehealth to ensure families and individuals can access high-quality, neuro-affirming diagnostic services. Whether you're in a rural area, managing travel limitations, or simply prefer the comfort of home, our Telehealth assessments provide a flexible, effective, and personalised alternative to in-person services.​

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A Telehealth autism assessment is a comprehensive diagnostic process conducted through secure video conferencing. It involves the same gold-standard assessment tools, clinical interviews, and observational methods used in in-person assessments, adapted to suit the online format without compromising quality or accuracy. Our approach remains deeply strengths-based, individualised, and neuro-affirming, acknowledging each person’s unique brain style, communication preferences, and lived experience.

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Telehealth autism assessments are suitable for:

• Children, adolescents, and adults of all ages

• Individuals with access needs, anxiety, or sensory sensitivities

• Families in remote, rural, or regional communities

• Participants needing an NDIS-funded diagnostic review

• Adults seeking clarity around late-diagnosed or self-identified autism​

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What the Process Involves

1. Initial Intake and Consultation
We begin with a detailed online consultation with the individual (and/or parents or caregivers, if assessing a child). This includes developmental history, current concerns, daily functioning, and goals for assessment.

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2. Standardised Questionnaires
You will be sent secure, online forms to complete before and during the assessment. These may include:

• Autism-specific rating scales 

• Behavioural, sensory, or emotional functioning questionnaires

• Forms for teachers, partners, or support workers (if applicable)

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3. Structured Observations and Interviews
We conduct clinical interviews and observational tasks adapted for video format. Depending on age and communication style, we may use tools such as:

• Conversational, sensory-based diagnostic interviews

• Structured play or interaction tasks (for children)

• Parent-child observations

• Functional and social communication tasks (for adults and teens)

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4. Cognitive and Functional Assessments
When needed, we may conduct additional standardised cognitive or adaptive functioning assessments remotely using digital tools 

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5. Collaborative Feedback Session
After all data is reviewed, we schedule a feedback session to go through the results, diagnostic formulation, and personalised recommendations. This is an opportunity to ask questions and clarify next steps.

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What You Receive

• A comprehensive diagnostic report outlining strengths, areas of need, diagnostic outcomes (if applicable), and clear, actionable recommendations

• Reports tailored for NDIS, school supports (ILPs/IEPs), and allied health planning

• Resources to help with next steps, e.g., referrals, therapy options, or support networks

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Is It Just as Effective as In-Person?

With proper planning and professional experience, Telehealth autism assessments are clinically valid and widely accepted for both diagnostic and funding purposes, including for:

• NDIS access and functional capacity assessments

• School-based learning plans and support applications

• Mental health or therapeutic referrals

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Our clinical psychologists are trained to adapt assessments to different communication styles and technological access levels, ensuring equity and inclusion in the diagnostic process.

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What You Will Need

• A quiet, private space with a computer or tablet and reliable internet

• Access to a parent/caregiver (for younger children) during observation tasks

• Willingness to engage over video and complete online forms

• (Optional) toys or preferred items nearby if assessing young children

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We believe that distance should never be a barrier to clarity, understanding, or support.
Our Telehealth assessments are thoughtfully designed to be just as empowering, thorough, and respectful as those conducted face-to-face.