At CNS Behavioral Health, we provide comprehensive Autism evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults to assess social communication, behavior patterns, sensory processing, and cognitive functioning. Whether you’re a parent seeking answers for your child or an adult navigating lifelong challenges, our evaluations offer clarity, insight, and actionable support to help individuals thrive in school, work, and daily life.
Our strengths-based, diagnostic approach not only identifies areas of difficulty but also highlights unique talents and abilities that can be leveraged for success. We understand that Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) presents differently in every individual, and our goal is to provide personalized recommendations and resources tailored to each person’s unique profile.
What is an Autism Evaluation?
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that impacts social interactions, communication, executive functioning, and sensory processing. ASD exists on a spectrum, meaning that symptoms and support needs vary widely from person to person. Our evaluations:
- Determine whether Autism is present and differentiate it from other conditions.
- Identify an individual’s strengths, challenges, and support needs across social, emotional, cognitive, and sensory domains.
- Provide guidance on accommodations, therapies, and interventions to improve overall quality of life.
Autism evaluations can be beneficial at any age, as recognizing ASD in childhood, adolescence, or adulthood can lead to improved self-understanding, better access to support, and greater success in academic, social, and professional environments.
Why Seek an Autism Evaluation?
An Autism evaluation can provide essential insight for individuals who experience:
- Challenges with social communication (e.g., difficulty understanding social cues, struggles with initiating or maintaining conversations).
- Repetitive behaviors, restricted interests, or sensory sensitivities that impact daily life.
- Difficulties with flexibility, transitions, or emotional regulation (e.g., meltdowns, shutdowns, difficulty adapting to change).
- Academic or workplace challenges related to executive functioning and processing differences (e.g., difficulty with organization, time management, or multitasking).
- A need for formal diagnosis to access educational accommodations (IEPs, 504 Plans), workplace supports, therapy services, and community resources.
For adults, an evaluation can offer self-validation, greater understanding of lifelong struggles, and access to workplace accommodations or support networks that may not have been available in childhood.
Our Evaluation Process
How Autism Evaluations Can Help
- Provide diagnostic clarity to better understand strengths and challenges.
- Offer personalized recommendations for therapy, educational planning, and daily support.
- Help families and individuals navigate accommodations in school, work, and social settings.
- Guide access to evidence-based interventions, such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, executive functioning coaching, and behavioral support.
- Empower individuals and caregivers with knowledge, tools, and advocacy resources to foster success in everyday life.
By identifying an individual’s strengths and needs, our evaluations ensure that children, adolescents, and adults receive the right support and interventions to enhance their quality of life and well-being.
Who Can Benefit from an Autism Evaluation?
- Children & Adolescents – Experiencing social, emotional, sensory, or behavioral difficulties at home or school.
- Adults – Struggling with lifelong social, sensory, or executive functioning challenges, seeking self-understanding or workplace accommodations.
- Parents & Caregivers – Looking for answers, validation, and guidance to support their child’s development and success.
Many individuals do not receive an Autism diagnosis until adolescence or adulthood. If you or your child experience challenges consistent with ASD, an evaluation can provide the answers needed to move forward with confidence.
Why Choose CNS Behavioral Health?
Dr. Bishay’s expertise in Autism evaluations and Neurodevelopmental assessments ensures a thorough, compassionate, and strengths-based approach to every evaluation.
She understands that Autism presents uniquely in each individual and focuses on providing an accurate, affirming, and individualized assessment experience.
Whether identifying Autism in young children or recognizing signs later in life, these evaluations offer life-changing insights and pathways to success—in education, work, relationships, and personal well-being.
