The screening helps determine whether a full evaluation is clinically indicated. Many adults benefit from clarity before committing to a comprehensive assessment. This step can save time, money, and emotional energy.

The screening fee is applied toward the total cost of a full evaluation.

You will never be charged twice for the same work.

Yes. You may choose to begin directly with the full Adult ADHD Evaluation or Adult Autism/AuDHD/evaluation.

No. Adult ADHD and autism evaluations are offered as self-pay services. Insurance may be used for ongoing therapy, depending on your plan.

Yes.

• Screenings include a brief written summary

• Full evaluations include a formal diagnostic report

The evaluation may support those requests, but final decisions are made by prescribing providers, employers, or institutions.

No. Clients agree not to submit these services to insurance.

Yes. Payment plans are available upon request. Payment plans must be in process before an appointment may be scheduled. Payments are non refundable once the evaluation (telehealth session) has begun.

No. Evaluations are assessment services, not ongoing therapy. Therapy can be discussed separately if desired.

Absolutely. Yes. I offer both ongoing therapy and comprehensive ADHD and autism evaluations for adults.

That said, these services are separate and distinct. An evaluation is a focused, time-limited diagnostic process, while therapy is an ongoing, relational space for support, growth, and skill-building. Some clients come to me only for an evaluation. Others work with me in therapy but choose a separate provider for assessment. A smaller number do both—when it’s clinically appropriate and scheduling allows.

If you’re unsure which service is the best fit for you right now, we can talk that through together and help you decide your next step.

If you’re unsure whether ADHD or autism is part of your experience, starting with a screening can help clarify next steps and may save you time and money. If your history is clear and you’re confident you want a full diagnostic evaluation, you can choose to proceed directly with the full assessment.

A screening is a brief (60-90 min), focused process used to determine whether a full diagnostic evaluation is indicated. No diagnosis is provided.

A full evaluation is comprehensive (2-3 hours, depending on Option you choose) and includes in-depth history, standardized measures, clinical analysis, and a written diagnostic report. It also includes a 30 minute follow up session.

No. Clients who choose self-pay evaluations agree not to submit claims to insurance for these services.m description

If a full evaluation is recommended, the screening fee is applied toward the total cost of the evaluation.

Not meeting criteria doesn’t mean your experiences aren’t real or valid. You’ll still receive thoughtful feedback and recommendations to help you understand yourself and identify supportive next steps.

Yes. My work is grounded in the understanding that neurodivergence is a natural form of human variation—not something to be “fixed.” The goal is clarity, self-understanding, and support.

You’ll receive individualized recommendations, but there’s no single “right path.” Many clients use the evaluation as a foundation for therapy, accommodations, self-advocacy, or personal understanding.

Services are offered only to adults located in states where I am licensed at the time of service.

Documentation may be provided as part of a full evaluation, depending on the findings and your needs.

No. Evaluation and therapy services are not crisis services. If you are in crisis, please contact 988 or emergency services.

Possibly, depending on clinical fit and availability. These services are scheduled separately and are not guaranteed to transition from one to the other.

That’s very common—especially for adults who’ve spent years masking or feeling misunderstood. The process is collaborative, respectful, and paced with care. You won’t be rushed or treated like a checklist. And as a person with lived experience, your therapist will ensure that you feel safe, comfortable and most of all- seen and heard.

No. Completing a screening does not guarantee a diagnosis, a full evaluation, or ongoing services.

This is a common misconception. In the states where I am licensed (SC, RI, MA, FL, and CT), licensed clinical social workers are legally permitted to assess and diagnose mental and neurodevelopmental conditions, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, when it is within their scope of practice, training, and professional competence.

In addition to my clinical social work licensure, I have pursued specialized, post-licensure training in adult autism and ADHD assessment, with a focus on adult presentations, developmental history, masking, and co-occurring neurodivergence. My evaluation process reflects current best practices for adults who may have been missed or misunderstood earlier in life.

Connecticut law explicitly includes licensed clinical social workers as qualified professionals for autism diagnosis, and the other states define clinical social work practice as including assessment and diagnosis.