Cost and Evaluation Process

The total cost for a comprehensive adult autism evaluation is $2,000, which includes:

• A detailed written diagnostic report
• A diagnosis verification letter (if applicable)
• An accommodations request letter for work or school (if needed)
• Personalized transition resources and referrals

Evaluation Format and Payment Schedule

The evaluation is conducted over three telehealth sessions, with payments due at each step:

• Session 1: Initial Assessment (55 minutes) – $500
• Session 2: Clinical Interview & Testing (2 hours) – $1,000
• Session 3: Feedback & Results (55 minutes) – $500

Payments are processed securely through a client portal using a credit card or HSA/FSA card stored on file.

Step-by-Step Evaluation Process

Pre-Assessment Consultation (Free)

Start by contacting me via email through this website. We’ll schedule a 10–15-minute telehealth consultation to discuss your questions and determine if an autism evaluation is appropriate.

Part 1: Intake Forms and Questionnaires

Before our first session, you’ll complete a set of forms and self-report questionnaires (approx. 45–60 minutes). These provide important background information.

Part 2: Initial Assessment (Session 1)

In our first session, we’ll complete a series of psychometric assessments, including screeners for other conditions like trauma, depression, or anxiety. Fee: $500

Part 3: Additional Assessments (if needed)

If any assessments weren’t completed during Session 1, you’ll finish them on your own afterward. Time varies depending on what’s left.

Part 4: Clinical Interview (Session 2)

This 2-hour session is a deep-dive clinical interview exploring your history, experiences, and current concerns. Fee: $1,000

Part 5: Feedback & Results (Session 3)

We’ll review your results together using a personalized presentation. I’ll explain the diagnostic criteria, your scores, and whether they support an autism diagnosis. Fee: $500

Part 6: Final Report

After the final session, you’ll receive a comprehensive written report via secure email. It includes:

1. Current Concerns and Goals
2. Background and History
3. Behavioral Observations
4. Assessment Tools and Scores
5. Clinical Interview Summary
6. Diagnostic Impressions
7. Recommendations

Optional ADHD Assessment Add-On

You may choose to add a comprehensive ADHD assessment to your autism evaluation:

• Additional Cost: $350
• Additional Time: 45-minute interview

This add-on helps clarify overlapping symptoms and ensures a more accurate diagnosis. Let me know during the intake process if you’d like to include it.

Insurance and Reimbursement

I am not in-network with any insurance providers. However, many clients receive partial reimbursement through their out-of-network benefits.

How to Check Your Out-of-Network Benefits

1. Call Member Services Use the number on the back of your insurance card. Ask to speak with someone about out-of-network mental health benefits.
2. Ask These Questions:
   • Do I have out-of-network benefits for outpatient mental health services?
   • Are CPT codes 90791, 96130, and 96131 covered?
   • What percentage of the session fee is reimbursed?
   • Is there a deductible? How much of it have I met?
   • Do I need pre-authorization for psychological testing?
   • What documentation is required to submit a claim?
   • How do I submit a claim?
3. Use Reimbursify I recommend Reimbursify—a secure, user-friendly app that simplifies the process of submitting and tracking out-of-network claims.