No, the FREE screening is exactly that… FREE. We provide feedback with recommendations, but it is entirely your choice if you take your enquiry with us any further.
Free Child Autism Screening
- Initial FREE screening
- Initial parental consultation (optional)
- Formal assessment
See further details of the process below.
Free Child Autism Screening
- Initial FREE screening
- Initial parental consultation (optional)
- Formal assessment
See further details of the process below.
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OUR TEAM OF PROFESSIONAL AND HIGHLY EXPERIENCED CLINICIANS ARE HERE TO ASSIST YOU
1 - Free Screening
1 - Free Screening
2 - Initial Consultation (optional)
2 - Initial Consultation (optional)
3 - Formal Assessment
3 - Formal Assessment
Start your free screening now >>>
OUR TEAM OF PROFESSIONAL AND HIGHLY EXPERIENCED CLINICIANS ARE HERE TO ASSIST YOU
What happens after I complete the free screening?
We understand that everyone’s journey to diagnosis is different, so we will leave it to you to contact us should you wish to book a consultation or full assessment.
Recommended Reading
Recommended Reading
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Autism Missed and Misdiagnosed: Identifying, Understanding and Supporting Diverse Autistic Identities
Misunderstanding and misinformation around variant and differing presentations means that misdiagnosed individuals and those who do not receive a diagnosis at all are often failed by medical, education, social care and criminal justice systems. They are detained in inappropriate settings; don’t receive beneficial therapeutic input; have their families accused of fabricated or induced illness (FII); are kept in prison or youth offending institutions longer than their original tariffs, and shockingly their life expectancy is often curtailed as a result.
This comprehensive resource will help multidisciplinary professions to understand, contextualise, and better identify diverse autistic presentations. It includes an overview of the autism diagnostic process, an exploration of controversial and commonly confused diagnoses such as PDA, ODD, CD, ASPD, and BPD; discussions of best practice for investigating FII; and analysis of the specific challenges of autism diagnosis in relation to women and girls, BAME communities, schools, and the criminal justice system.
![a guide to mental health issues in girls and young women on the autism spectrum a guide to mental health issues in girls and young women on the autism spectrum book cover](https://help4psychology.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Screenshot-2019-11-13-at-11-6.jpg)
A Guide to Mental Health Issues in Girls and Young Women on the Autism Spectrum: Diagnosis, Intervention and Family Support
Describing the current assessment process for autism diagnosis, the book explains why girls are under- or mis-diagnosed, leading to later mental health issues. It outlines the types of intervention that are particularly helpful for working with girls to reduce anxiety, improve social interaction skills, and manage self-harm. The book also covers how to manage eating disorders and feeding difficulties, focusing on working with girls with sensory processing difficulties. There is advice on how to deal with the emotional impact on parents, carers and families, and the challenges they face when negotiating appropriate psychological and educational support.
![Eaton-Autism-Missed-and-Misdiagnosed-1-1](https://help4psychology.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Eaton-Autism-Missed-and-Misdiagnosed-1-1-200x300.png)
Autism Missed and Misdiagnosed: Identifying, Understanding and Supporting Diverse Autistic Identities
Misunderstanding and misinformation around variant and differing presentations means that misdiagnosed individuals and those who do not receive a diagnosis at all are often failed by medical, education, social care and criminal justice systems. They are detained in inappropriate settings; don’t receive beneficial therapeutic input; have their families accused of fabricated or induced illness (FII); are kept in prison or youth offending institutions longer than their original tariffs, and shockingly their life expectancy is often curtailed as a result.
This comprehensive resource will help multidisciplinary professions to understand, contextualise, and better identify diverse autistic presentations. It includes an overview of the autism diagnostic process, an exploration of controversial and commonly confused diagnoses such as PDA, ODD, CD, ASPD, and BPD; discussions of best practice for investigating FII; and analysis of the specific challenges of autism diagnosis in relation to women and girls, BAME communities, schools, and the criminal justice system.
![a guide to mental health issues in girls and young women on the autism spectrum a guide to mental health issues in girls and young women on the autism spectrum book cover](https://help4psychology.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Screenshot-2019-11-13-at-11-6-190x300.jpg)
A Guide to Mental Health Issues in Girls and Young Women on the Autism Spectrum: Diagnosis, Intervention and Family Support
Describing the current assessment process for autism diagnosis, the book explains why girls are under- or mis-diagnosed, leading to later mental health issues. It outlines the types of intervention that are particularly helpful for working with girls to reduce anxiety, improve social interaction skills, and manage self-harm. The book also covers how to manage eating disorders and feeding difficulties, focusing on working with girls with sensory processing difficulties. There is advice on how to deal with the emotional impact on parents, carers and families, and the challenges they face when negotiating appropriate psychological and educational support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
No, the free screening is not a diagnostic tool. It should be used only to determine whether your child has signs of possible Autism. We can only provide your child with a diagnosis after meeting with them face-to-face or online to conduct a formal assessment.
No, we don’t share the details with any third parties. Please see our privacy policy to find out more about how we process your information.
It is possible to get your child assessed for autism for free through the NHS, but waiting times are long. Even through the Right to Choose programme, you may be waiting for a considerable amount of time.
While this autism screening is free, it does not provide a diagnosis. If you want a diagnostic assessment outside of the NHS, you will have to pay for this privately.
© Copyright Help for Psychology Services Ltd 2021
© Copyright Help for Psychology Services Ltd 2021