Adult ADHD & Autism Evaluations
Neurodiversity-affirming evaluations in-person and via telehealth throughout California.
Autism spectrum is defined by differences in language and communication, social relationships and emotional responses, and sensory use and interests. Some people on the autism spectrum receive an autism spectrum diagnosis during childhood, but many people with autism, especially women, are not identified until adulthood.
Common Reasons People Seek an Autism Evaluation:
Lifelong Sense of Being Different: A persistent feeling of being out of sync with peers, or feeling like an outside observer in social situations.
Social and Communication Differences: Experiencing challenges navigating neurotypical social expectations, frequently feeling misunderstood, or finding small talk and nonverbal cues confusing or exhausting.
Masking and Autistic Burnout: Experiencing chronic exhaustion from consciously mimicking neurotypical behaviors (masking) to fit in.
Sensory Processing Differences: Experiencing strong reactions to sensory input, such as feeling overwhelmed by specific sounds, lighting, textures or crowded environments.
Routine and Predictability: A strong preference for structured routines and experiencing significant distress or anxiety when plans change unexpectedly.
Deep and Intense Interests: Highly focused passions or areas of knowledge that bring significant joy and comfort but may dominate your focus and time.
Unsolved Mental Health Challenges: Seeking clarity after experiencing chronic anxiety and depression, or after seeing another medical professional who you believe misdiagnosed you or didn’t see the whole picture.
Family Diagnosis: Recognizing your own autistic traits after a child or close family member receives an autism diagnosis.
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is defined by difficulty regulating attention, behavior, and/or emotions. Some people with ADHD are diagnosed as children or teenagers, but many people, especially women, are not identified until adulthood.
Common Reasons People Seek an ADHD Evaluation:
Chronic Disorganization and Time Management Challenges: Frequently missing deadlines, arriving late, or struggling to keep track of daily responsibilities and schedules.
Inconsistent Focus: Difficulty sustaining attention to routine or boring tasks, being easily distracted, or experiencing “hyperfocus” on high engaging activities.
Task Initiation and Completion: Struggling to start projects, feeling paralyzed by overwhelming to-do lists, or leaving multiple tasks unfinished.
Internal Restlessness: Experiencing racing thoughts, an inability to relax, or feeling constantly “on the go.”
Impulsivity: Making hasty decisions, interrupting others during conversations, or struggling with spending too much money.
Emotional Regulation Difficulties: Experiencing low frustration tolerance, intense emotional responses to stress, or feeling easily overwhelmed by daily demands.
Career and Relationship Impacts: Facing frequent job changes, underperforming despite high capability, or experiencing misunderstandings and friction in personal relationships.
Family Diagnosis: Recognizing ADHD traits in yourself after a child or close family member receives an ADHD diagnosis.
How Will a Diagnosis Help Me?
A diagnosis of ADHD and/or autism can offer valuable clarity and validation for your experiences. Understanding your neurodivergent profile can help explain lifelong challenges with attention, organization, social interaction, or sensory processing that may have previously felt confusing or isolating. With a formal diagnosis, you can access tailored strategies, workplace accommodations, and support resources that address your specific strengths and needs. This knowledge can foster greater self-acceptance, improve relationships, and empower you to advocate for yourself in both personal and professional settings.
Fees: Testing is customized based on the questions you’d like answered by testing, therefore the testing fee will be determined once we define the scope of testing. I offer a sliding scale based on income, if needed. I do not take insurance, however I will provide a copy of your paid invoice for you to use to get reimbursement from your insurance company.
Your Right to a Good Faith Estimate: You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees. Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059
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