Autism Testing
Understand if your child’s difficulties are rooted in Autism
Navigating concerns about your child's development can feel overwhelming. Our comprehensive Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) testing provides clarity and, more importantly, a supportive pathway forward for your family. We're here to guide you through understanding your child's unique strengths and needs.
Why Consider Autism Testing?
Consider ASD testing if your child consistently shows differences in social communication/interaction and restricted/repetitive behaviors/interests. These may become more apparent with development. Reasons include observing:
Social Communication/Interaction Difficulties: Limited nonverbal communication, challenges with relationships, doesn't share enjoyment, difficulty understanding social cues/humor, less interest in peers/imaginative play, language delays.
Restricted/Repetitive Behaviors/Interests: Repetitive movements/object use/speech, insistence on sameness/routines, intense/fixated interests, hyper/hypo-reactivity to sensory input.
Developmental Delays: Delays in social, communication, and play skills.
These are just signs; professional evaluation is needed for diagnosis. Early identification allows for timely support.
The Results: Beyond a Diagnosis
Following the evaluation, you'll receive a detailed report that goes beyond a diagnosis to help you understand your child's unique profile and how to best support them. Our interpretation focuses on:
Specific Social Communication and Interaction Style: We'll highlight your child's strengths and specific challenges in areas like nonverbal communication, understanding social cues, and building relationships.
Presentation of Restricted and Repetitive Behaviors and Interests: We'll explain the specific types of repetitive behaviors or intense interests your child exhibits and their potential impact.
Sensory Processing Profile: If relevant, we'll outline any patterns of hyper- or hypo-sensitivity to sensory input and discuss potential strategies.
Impact on Daily Life: We'll discuss how these characteristics may affect your child's learning, social interactions, emotional regulation, and daily routines.
Support Level: If an ASD diagnosis is made, we will clearly explain the assigned support level (1, 2, or 3) and what this means in terms of the intensity of support that may be beneficial.
We also provide guidance on what the results mean in practical terms, whether you are:
Collaborating with your child's school: Understanding your child's specific social communication style and sensory needs can help you advocate for appropriate accommodations, modifications, and social-emotional learning supports.
Developing effective home-based strategies: We will offer practical tips for supporting social communication, managing repetitive behaviors, addressing sensory sensitivities, and establishing predictable routines.
Supporting your child's emotional well-being: We address the potential emotional impact of ASD and provide recommendations for fostering self-awareness, coping mechanisms, and emotional regulation skills.
Exploring intervention options: We will discuss evidence-based interventions such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), speech therapy, occupational therapy (especially for sensory integration), and social skills training.
Our goal is to empower you with a clear understanding of your child's profile so you can confidently advocate for their needs and implement effective strategies to help them thrive. We will take the time to thoroughly explain the results, answer your questions, and ensure you feel fully informed and supported in navigating the next steps.
Please note: diagnoses is never a guarantee of any evaluation.
What’s included:
Our ASD evaluation uses a multi-disciplinary approach to understand your child's development and behavior. It may include:
Parent/Guardian Interview(s): Detailed history of development, social communication, behaviors, and interests.
Child Observation(s): Assessing social communication, interaction, and repetitive behaviors in different settings.
Modified Interview for Guiding Diagnosis in Autism Spectrum (MIGDAS): Evaluating ASD-relevant behaviors and sensory processing.
Standardized Assessment Tools: Including ADI-R and CARS-2 to further evaluate ASD characteristics.
Developmental and Cognitive Assessments: Evaluating overall development and cognitive profile.
Adaptive Behavior Scales: Assessing daily living, communication, socialization, and motor skills.
Review of Records: Examining relevant medical and school information (with consent).
Collaboration with Other Professionals: Gathering insights from teachers, therapists, etc.
The evaluation is tailored to your child's needs in a supportive environment.
Clear, Upfront Pricing
We believe in making the evaluation process as stress-free as possible, and that starts with transparent pricing. All of our services are clearly listed with flat rates based on Tiers—so you know exactly what you're paying for, with no hidden fees or surprise charges.
No phone tag.
No drawn-out consultations just to get a quote.
We take the guesswork out of the equation so you can focus on what matters most: getting the answers and support you need.
Autism Evaluations are a TIER FIVE service. As such, the flat rate is:
$3000
Frequently Asked Questions
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At RootEd Psychology, we use a tiered pricing model with flat rates for each type of evaluation. This means you’ll know the full cost upfront—no hidden fees or surprise bills.
Our pricing is based on the time and materials involved, including:
Clinical intake and background review
Direct one-on-one testing with a licensed psychologist
Scoring and interpretation of standardized assessments
A comprehensive written report with clear, actionable recommendations
A feedback session to review results and next steps
Autism Testing is a Tier Five assessment and costs $3000.
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Scheduling an evaluation with RootEd Psychology is simple and stress-free. You can:
Submit a contact form through our website
Email us directly at admin@rootedpsychology.net
Call our office at 303-219-0677
We’ll reach out promptly to gather a bit of background, confirm the best assessment tier for your needs, and offer available testing dates. After scheduling, we’ll send over digital intake forms and any documentation we’ll need prior to your child’s session.
There’s no consultation required just to get pricing or information—we keep it clear, upfront, and easy from the start.
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We design our evaluations to be comfortable, engaging, and developmentally appropriate. Most children actually enjoy the one-on-one attention and the variety of puzzles, questions, and activities.
Here’s what to expect:
Your child will meet with a licensed psychologist in a calm, welcoming setting.
Testing is broken into short, manageable tasks with plenty of breaks.
For younger children, sessions are kept shorter and playful.
Older children and teens are encouraged to work at their own pace in a low-pressure environment.
We never rush. Our goal is to understand how your child thinks and learns, not just collect scores. Parents are welcome to wait nearby or return when testing is complete, depending on the child’s age and comfort level.
After testing, we’ll schedule a feedback session to walk you through the results, answer your questions, and help you feel confident in the next steps.
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No referral is needed. You can schedule an evaluation at RootEd Psychology directly—no pediatrician, school, or insurance referral required.
Many families come to us with questions or concerns about their child’s learning, attention, or development, and we’re here to help guide that process. Whether you're seeking insight, documentation for school, or eligibility for accommodations, you can reach out to us anytime.
That said, if your doctor, therapist, or school has recommended testing, we’re happy to coordinate with them (with your consent) to make sure we’re addressing the right questions.
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From start to finish, most evaluations take 2–4 weeks, depending on the tier of assessment and scheduling availability.
Here’s a general timeline:
Week 1 – Intake forms + scheduling
Week 2 – In-person testing (1–2 sessions, depending on age and tier)
Week 3–4 – Scoring, interpretation, and report writing
Week 4 – Feedback session and final report delivery
We know families are often working with school timelines or application deadlines, so let us know if you're on a time crunch—we’ll do our best to accommodate.
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The best preparation is helping your child feel calm, rested, and comfortable. There’s no need to study or practice in advance—the tests are designed to measure how your child naturally thinks, learns, and solves problems.
Here are a few tips:
Get a good night’s sleep and eat a healthy meal before testing.
Explain the day in simple, positive terms (e.g., “You’ll be doing puzzles, answering questions, and working one-on-one with a nice adult to learn how your brain works!”).
Avoid calling it a “test” if your child finds that stressful—“activities” or “challenges” often feel more fun and approachable.
Bring a favorite snack and water bottle, especially for younger kids.
Let them know it’s okay to take breaks or ask questions—we want them to feel confident and at ease.
We’ll take care of the rest! The environment is warm and child-friendly, and we adjust the pace based on your child’s needs and comfort.
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We ask that parents wait outside the testing room during the evaluation.
This helps your child:
Feel more independent and confident
Stay focused without the pressure of being observed
Build direct rapport with the psychologist
You’re always welcome to wait nearby, and we’ll keep you updated throughout the session. Our goal is to make the experience smooth, supportive, and stress-free for everyone involved.