Manchester Autism Assessments
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) presents differently in children, teenagers, and adults. The signs that other people notice are often consistent with the core symptoms of autism, but they may not be obvious. That means most of these signs can be missed in childhood. And that’s where we come in. Inner Circle Psychology offers thorough autism assessments in Manchester and the surrounding regions.
Reliable Autism Assessments Manchester
The only reliable way to know if your child, teenager, or someone else has autism is through a professional assessment. So, contact our team today and book a consultation with our team. As part of the assessment process, we will provide a detailed questionnaire. Your answers to the questions will give the history of your child related to their health, education, social interactions, and more.
It may be helpful to take the time to list down some of the signs you have noticed, especially ones that made you think of consulting a child psychologist. You may wish to talk to close family members, your kid’s friends, and teachers to find out if they have noticed other signs. Our child psychologists will guide you on how to list down various signs and what to ask those close to your child or teenager.
As mentioned previously, signs of autism are broad and may easily be missed or mistaken for other behavioural issues, especially in children and teenagers. From a professional perspective, we assess autism on the basis of ‘core characteristics.’ These characteristics fall under broad categories, such as social interaction and communication differences and restricted or repetitive behaviours and interests. Potential sensory differences fall under the last category.
The core signs or characteristics of autism must be present for our psychologists to make a diagnosis. That’s why we take a multi-disciplinary approach to autism assessments in Manchester. Our team comprises clinical psychologists, child psychologists, language and speech specialists, and more. We also use well-validated assessments and diagnostic tools to ensure the overall assessment of your child or teenager is up to the highest standards.
All our expert psychologists are dedicated to prioritising your child’s needs. As HCPC-registered psychologists, language therapists, and occupational therapists, we’re fully dedicated to ensuring your child or teenager gets a thorough autism assessment. We have been working with children and autistic individuals for over a decade. So, we understand the unique nature of ASD and the specific assessment methods to use to ensure correct diagnosis.
Whether you have noticed your child has repetitive behaviour and prefers a routine or has sensory processing differences, our team can help gain valuable insights into whether your child is autistic or not. Remember, all our autism assessments in Manchester align with the NICE guidelines and the framework created by the British Psychological Society.
Knowing that your child is autistic at an early age opens doors to seeking professional support and guidance. This can help your child thrive and excel in different aspects of life. Schedule a consultation with our team of psychologists today.
