Trauma Informed Autism Assessments
Are you looking for an autism assessment that is also trauma informed for your child?
Our Family Futures highly qualified specialists are experienced with assessing both autism and developmental trauma. We use gold-standard Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) assessment tools (ADOS and ADiR). We take a holistic approach to assessing your child’s needs, focusing on key aspects of their development:
- Trauma history and developmental history
- Sensory processing and attachment style
- Cognitive development and social interaction including interview with school
This thorough process enables us to build a detailed understanding of your child’s strengths and challenges, giving you clear guidance on how to support your child in daily life.
If you’re looking for answers and expert guidance, contact us to find out more or complete our referral form here. We always aim to deliver a rapid response and assessment to meet your child’s needs.
What to expect from an assessment
The Trauma Informed Autism Spectrum Condition Assessment involves:
- Face-to-face assessment tasks
- Online assessment tools and questionnaires
- Detailed feedback, reports and practical advice
You will come away with a final report which outlines the results and includes expert recommendations. The report will also:
- link you to further support and other valuable resources
- help you access EHCP applications and targeted school interventions.
Who is the Trauma Informed Autism Assessment for?
This assessment is suitable for children and young people (up to the age of 25) who can speak fluently and use complete sentences. It is ideal for families looking for clarity on their child’s development and who want specialist guidance from experienced professionals.
Why come to Family Futures for this assessment?
Our specialist trauma informed autism clinic has been running for two years and is truly unique in assessing both autism and the impact of trauma on your child. With over 27 years of helping care experienced children and young people recover from trauma and abuse, our team at Family Futures are specialists you can trust to take a holistic view of your child, taking into account all aspects of their development.
We know the frustration of long waiting lists for autism assessments, and our team are experienced with working with schools and the wider support network for each child. We’re here to help parents and carers feel confident in understanding their child’s needs and securing the right support for them.
How much does it cost?
The Trauma Informed Autism Assessment costs £3,195.
