Pediatric Care
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Evaluation & Support
Developmental differences in communication, social interaction, or behavior can raise questions for families at many stages of childhood and adolescence. When these differences begin to affect learning, relationships, or daily functioning, families often seek clarity and guidance.
Our practice provides comprehensive autism evaluations and evidence-based therapeutic support for children and adolescents to help families gain understanding, plan next steps, and support meaningful growth.
Support for Children and Adolescents With Autism-Related Concerns
We provide evidence-based assessment and support services for children and adolescents ages 4 - 17 who may be showing signs consistent with autism spectrum disorder or related developmental differences. This includes formal ASD evaluations when clinically appropriate, as well as therapeutic support to address social, emotional, behavioral, and functional needs.
We work closely with families throughout the evaluation process, offering education and practical guidance to help children feel supported across home, school, and community settings.
Parents often seek care when they notice their child:
- Has difficulty with social interaction, communication, or peer relationships
- Shows repetitive behaviors, restricted interests, or a strong need for routine
- Experiences sensory sensitivities or becomes overwhelmed by certain environments
- Struggles with flexibility, transitions, or understanding social expectations
Support can be helpful whether concerns have been present since early childhood or have become more noticeable as social, academic, or developmental demands increase.
Signs & Symptoms of Autism and Other Developmental Disorders.
Autism-related differences can present in multiple ways and may become more noticeable as children grow and develop.
Social Communication Challenges
Difficulty with conversation, social cues, or peer interaction.
Limited or Atypical Eye Contact
Limited eye contact and facial expressions or gestures used differently.
Repetitive Behaviors or Interests
Repeated movements, routines, or highly focused interests.
Difficulty With Transitions
Distress or frustration when routines or plans change.
Sensory Sensitivities
Over- or under-responsiveness to sounds, textures, or lights.
Preference for Routine or Predictability
Strong reliance on structure or predictable routines.
Emotional Regulation Challenges
Strong emotional responses or difficulty calming down.
Social Play Differences
Play that is more solitary or less interactive.
Expert Psychological Care Designed Around Your Child
Evidence-based therapy is tailored to your child and may include:
Comprehensive, developmentally informed autism evaluations
Strategies to support communication, social understanding, and flexibility
Skills for emotional regulation, coping, and daily functioning
Parent guidance to support consistency, structure, and advocacy
Your child’s care includes collaboration with parents, caregivers, schools, and other professionals when appropriate. Our goal is to help families gain clarity, support each child’s strengths, and build skills that promote independence.
Our Process & Support
Initial Consultation
A supportive conversation focused on understanding developmental history, family concerns, and goals for evaluation or support.
Evaluation & Assessment
Your clinician discusses next steps and, when appropriate, conducts a comprehensive autism evaluation with clear feedback and recommendations.
Treatment & Ongoing Support
Care focuses on building skills and flexibility over time, with collaboration across home, school, and other settings when helpful.