Adult autism testing

Autism Testing for Adults

Most autism testing is built for children. Ours is designed for adults, including people who have spent years masking, were missed as kids, or have always felt different without knowing why.

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At a glance

Testing for adults who were never evaluated, or were evaluated and not diagnosed, as children. No referral is required.
Comprehensive testing is $2,900. Many insurance plans cover psychological testing.
Same-⁠day results are available for an additional $600. Standard results typically take two to three weeks after testing.
Remote testing is limited and considered case by case.

How autism can show up in adults

Feeling drained after social time, even with people you like
Working hard to follow unspoken social rules or small talk
Being overwhelmed by noise, light, textures, or crowds
Needing routines, and feeling thrown when plans change
Deep, focused interests
Burnout, shutdowns, or meltdowns after long stretches of coping

Many adults, especially women and nonbinary people, learned to mask their traits to fit in at school or work. Masking can hide autism from others and from yourself, and it often comes at a cost to energy and mental health.

What adult autism testing evaluates

Social communication and relationships
Sensory experiences
Routines, interests, and flexibility
Developmental history, as far as it can be gathered
Anxiety, mood, ADHD, and other concerns that can overlap with autism

How the evaluation works

The process has three steps: an intake session, a testing session of 2 to 5 hours, and a feedback session where we review your written report and recommendations. More about the testing process.

After testing

Your report explains what the results mean for work, relationships, and daily life, with practical recommendations. With your written consent, it can be shared with your doctor, therapist, employer, or college. Some adults go on to therapy or seek accommodations. Others simply feel validated knowing why they have always felt different.

Adult autism testing questions

Can autism be diagnosed for the first time as an adult?

Yes. Many autistic adults were never evaluated as children, especially those who learned to mask their differences or who did not fit outdated stereotypes. Read more on autism in adulthood.

Do I need someone who knew me as a child?

It helps but is not required. Input from a parent, sibling, or partner, or old school records, can show how traits looked earlier in life. If no one is available, we rely more on your own history and current experiences.

I have already been diagnosed with anxiety, depression, or ADHD. Can I still be autistic?

Yes. These often occur alongside autism, and autism is sometimes missed when another diagnosis explains part of the picture. Testing looks at how these fit together.

Why get a formal diagnosis as an adult?

A diagnosis can explain lifelong experiences, guide therapy, and document the need for workplace or college accommodations. Many adults also say it helps them understand themselves with more compassion.

Do I need a referral for psychological testing?

No. WPS does not require a referral from a physician, psychiatrist, or therapist.

Does insurance cover psychological testing?

Many insurance plans cover psychological testing, but coverage depends on the provider, reason for testing, and specific insurance policy. Insurance does not cover testing for learning disorders because it isn't considered medically necessary. A quote of benefits is not a guarantee of payment. You will be responsible for any cost not covered by insurance.

Contact the practice

Book a testing intake through the scheduler. For therapy, sport and performance, or a free 15-⁠minute consultation, send a secure inquiry, call, or text.

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