Timely Autism Evaluations (and Why Timing is Critical)

We’re on a Mission

Let’s cut the wait time for autism evaluations from 12+ months to just 2 months so families can get answers and connect with life-changing interventions faster.

How We’re Different

Axis for Autism’s deep bench of licensed doctorate-level psychologists all have extensive backgrounds in child development and neurodevelopmental disorders. With each one specializing in a different stage of life — preschool children, adolescents and adults — they can see hundreds of patients a month and support them throughout their entire lives.

Axis for Autism is out to change the needless wait for a diagnosis. Here’s how:

Expansive Provider Network: With a large network of psychologists and clinicians who specialize in autism, we are drastically cutting the wait time for Arizona families seeking answers.

Gold-Standard Testing: We use multiple scientifically validated diagnostic tools, including ADOS, and extensive quality assurance protocols so families can be confident in their results.

Statewide Access: Offices in greater Phoenix and Tucson, along with mobile clinicians who administer screenings in rural Arizona, make it easy for families to access care.

Bilingual Staff: English- and Spanish-speaking staff ensure language is not a barrier to high-quality evaluations.

1. Initial Free Screening: An introductory call with an Axis for Autism staff member will help determine whether your child or loved one is a candidate for evaluation. (Schedule an introductory call.)

2. Background: You will be asked to complete paperwork, including a thorough history on your child, in advance of the evaluation.

3. Assessment: On evaluation day, your child or loved one will spend 45-90 minutes with a highly trained specialist who will tailor the assessment to each individual’s needs. It will be recorded. For children, this assessment typically consists of semi-structured play-based activities, observations and interviews. Most report it’s a fun experience. After the evaluation, you will schedule a telehealth with a psychologist.

4. Follow Up & Diagnosis: After consideration of all testing data and other patient information, you will meet with the psychologist to discuss the results and whether an autism diagnosis is appropriate. A virtual visit cuts down the wait time to connect with your psychologist while also saving you another drive to the office.

5. Report: You will receive a written report and recommendations including formal documentation of the diagnosis, along with guidance and local resources for interventions and therapies.

How to Prepare for the Test

Submit paperwork 1-3 days before testing

There’s no need to wait another minute for a gold-standard evaluation. Schedule a free screening today to start getting answers and access to life-changing therapies.