Autism Testing for Adults, Teens, and Children
At A Better Day Psychiatry, we provide comprehensive autism testing for adults, teens, and children. Our evaluations help identify autistic traits, provide a formal diagnosis when appropriate, and guide next steps for care and support. If you’re an adult seeking answers, a parent concerned about your child’s early development, or a young adult navigating life transitions, our health care professionals use evidence-based diagnostic tools to bring clarity and direction.
What is Autism Testing?
Autism testing is a comprehensive evaluation that helps determine whether an individual meets the criteria for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It looks at patterns in social communication, behavior, and development to provide clarity and guidance.
At A Better Day Psychiatry, our licensed clinicians use evidence-based tools to assess each person’s unique strengths and challenges. The goal is to help individuals and families better understand themselves or their loved one and identify the right next steps for support.
Our autism evaluations may include:
- Clinical interviews and developmental history
- Standardized diagnostic tools such as the ADOS-2 or ADI-R
- Self-report questionnaires like the Autism Spectrum Quotient (AQ)
- Behavioral observations across different settings
- Collaboration with schools, families, or other care providers (when appropriate)
Who benefits from autism testing:
- Adults who have long suspected they may be on the autism spectrum and want answers
- Parents concerned about a child’s development, communication, or social interactions
- Teens and young adults navigating challenges with friendships, transitions, or emotional regulation
- Anyone seeking clarity about traits or behaviors that impact daily life
Autism testing provides understanding, validation, and a roadmap toward the right resources and care no matter your age or stage in life.
Our Autism Testing Services
At A Better Day Psychiatry, every autism assessment is personalized to meet each person’s age, developmental stage, and individual concerns. We recognize that every experience with autism is unique, so our evaluations are designed to provide a complete understanding of strengths, challenges, and behavioral patterns that lead to an accurate and meaningful diagnosis.
Autism Evaluation for Adults –
For adults seeking clarity about autistic traits,
workplace challenges, or relationships. Includes structured interviews, questionnaires, and standardized diagnostic tools.
For adults seeking clarity about lifelong traits, relationship patterns, workplace challenges, or sensory sensitivities.
Our adult evaluations include:
- A detailed clinical interview and developmental history
- Standardized diagnostic questionnaires and structured interviews
- Assessment of social, communication, and adaptive functioning
- A comprehensive written report with recommendations and resources
Autism Testing for Teens –
Supports adolescents experiencing academic, social or behavioral struggles.
For teens who may be struggling with academics, friendships, or emotional regulation. Testing helps determine whether these difficulties are related to autism or another condition.
- Focuses on social skills, communication, executive functioning, and behavior
- Includes input from parents, teachers, and therapists when appropriate
Autism Testing for Children –
Focused on early development, communication, and behavior patterns.
For younger children showing developmental differences or delays. Early evaluation allows for timely support and intervention.
- Examines early communication, play, and behavioral patterns
- Involves parent interviews, observation, and standardized testing
Comprehensive Diagnostic Process –
Includes interviews, observations, testing sessions, and a detailed written report with recommendations.
Each evaluation includes:
- An initial consultation and intake interview
- Testing sessions that match the person’s needs and abilities
- Review and interpretation of findings
- A detailed written report summarizing results, diagnosis if applicable, and next steps
- A feedback session to discuss results and recommendations
- Continued support if needed
Our team provides a compassionate, thorough process to help every patient and family gain understanding, confidence, and a clear direction for ongoing care.
When to Consider Autism Testing
Autism testing can be helpful at any age when there are ongoing questions or concerns about development, behavior, or social functioning. Some people seek an evaluation to better understand lifelong patterns, while others pursue testing after noticing new challenges in school, work, or relationships.
You may want to consider autism testing if you or your child experience:
- Persistent social or communication difficulties
- Challenges forming or maintaining relationships
- Differences in learning style or problem solving
- Unusual sensitivity to sensory input such as sounds, textures, or lights
- Repetitive routines or strong interests that seem to dominate focus
- Emotional or behavioral struggles that have not improved with therapy or medication
- Concerns about developmental delays in early childhood
- A desire for diagnostic clarity after years of uncertainty
An evaluation can bring answers, relief, and a better understanding of what supports will make life more manageable and fulfilling.
Benefits of an Autism Diagnosis
Some key benefits of an autism diagnosis include:
- A clear understanding of strengths, challenges, and unique traits
- Access to tailored resources, therapies, and community support
- Eligibility for accommodations at school or in the workplace
- Informed decisions about treatment, education, and daily supports
- Improved communication between healthcare providers, educators, and families
- Greater self-awareness and a stronger sense of identity
At A Better Day Psychiatry, our goal is not just to provide a diagnosis but to help each person feel seen, understood, and supported. With clarity comes confidence, and with the right guidance, each individual can build a path toward growth and improved quality of life.
Cost of Autism Testing
The cost of autism testing at A Better Day Psychiatry typically ranges from $4,500 to $6,000, depending on the individual’s age and the complexity of the evaluation. This investment reflects the depth and accuracy of our process, which includes clinical interviews, testing sessions, scoring and interpretation of results, a detailed written report, and a comprehensive feedback session.
Each evaluation is tailored to the person’s specific needs, and our team is available to discuss costs in more detail during your initial consultation. Our goal is to ensure that every family and individual understands the value of the process and feels supported every step of the way.
Next Steps
If you believe you or your child may benefit from autism testing, the first step is to schedule a consultation with our team. During this call, we will discuss your concerns, explain the evaluation process, and determine which style of assessment is the best fit.
At A Better Day Psychiatry, we are dedicated to helping individuals and families gain clarity, understanding, and a clear direction for support. We provide autism evaluations for adults, teens, and children in Denver, Golden, and surrounding areas, with both in-person and virtual options available.
To learn more or to begin the evaluation process, call our office or schedule a consultation online. Our team is ready to guide you toward answers and the next steps for care.
Autism Testing FAQs
How do I know if I need an autism test?
What is included in the diagnostic process?
Does insurance cover autism testing for adults?
We do not accept insurance for autism evaluations, as this allows us to provide the most thorough and personalized assessments without the limitations that can come with insurance-based testing. However, we can provide a superbill that you may submit to your insurance provider for possible out-of-network reimbursement. We have more information on our Does Insurance Cover ADHD Testing blog as well for your reference.
What if I was never diagnosed as a child?
If you would like to talk to our team more or schedule an appointment, please contact us!