Adult Autism and ADHD Testing in South Carolina

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Have you ever felt that you had a different kind of brain than the type most people have? Like you were always out of step with the rest of the world? Perhaps your communication style is unique, and other people just don’t get you. Maybe your awesome brain takes you on whirlwind tours of all the rabbit holes of the world, and you’re carried along with no steering wheel. Or maybe you have the kind of body that has to stay in motion, and you can’t convince yourself to just be still.

Believe me, you’re not alone. Many people in South Carolina have similar experiences. For a good number of them, getting assessed for autism and/or ADHD was exactly what they needed.

Autism Testing for Adults in South Carolina

If you live in The Palmetto State and you think might be autistic, we can help. At Adult Autism Assessment & Services, we’re neurodiversity-affirming. In other words, we don’t think there’s anything “wrong” with you if your brain is on your own wavelength and you don’t march to the same drummer as the rest of the world. Unique ways of thinking and problem-solving are important to our advancement as a species, so we value neuro-diversity. But if your differences are making it hard for you to fit in with the neuromajority, and you wonder if you might be autistic, we can help. We provide autism testing for adults living anywhere in SC and across the United States. Because we are a 100% telehealth practice, it doesn’t matter where you live, anywhere from Rock Hill to Hilton Head Island. We can help you get the answers you need and deserve.

What to Expect from Autism Testing with Us in South Carolina

There are several steps involved in getting an autism assessment with us:

EMAIL our Practice Manager, the marvelous Meagan, at [email protected].
INVITATION. Complete the Client Information form she’ll send you and sign the Consultation Invitation. You’ll be offered a free, online consultation, at a day and time that works for you, with one of our team members who’s licensed to diagnose autism in South Carolina.
CONSULTATION. At your consultation, you’ll have up to 30 minutes to ask your questions and get answers, and start to get to know the person who will work with you on your autism assessment.
SCHEDULE. If you choose to go forward with the assessment, Meagan will give you a few more forms to fill out, and then she’ll schedule 3 assessment appointments with you.

Your First Session for Autism Testing

At the first autism assessment session, you’ll complete a short Yes/No screener in an interview with your assessor. If the screener looks like it’s probably not autism, you’ll be given the chance to end the whole process right there, and owe us nothing. Otherwise, you’ll go on to answer another set of questions that day. The session might take 30 minutes to an hour, depending on whether you answer the questions briefly, or provide extra information. Either way is fine with us, you are in control of how much or how little you talk, as long as you answer the yes/no questions. We’ll let you know each step of the way if you’re on track for a diagnosis, and that seeking out autism assessment was the right decision.

The Second Session of Autism Testing

At your second autism assessment session, there are two more Yes/No assessment tools to complete with your assessor. Whether you say nothing but “Yes” and “No,” or whether you go on to describe why you gave that answer in great detail, it’s fine. We can get the information we need either way, but if you’re comfortable talking a lot about each one, we are here to listen. This session might last about an hour. At the end of this session, we’ll let you know again if you’re still on the road toward diagnosis. If not, we’ll talk about it.

Step Three of Autism Testing

At the third and final autism assessment session, there are two more short questionnaires to complete, to give us the final answers that will confirm the diagnosis. This is usually the shortest session, so there will be time at the end for your questions and discussion. At the end of this last session, we will tell you whether or not you are autistic. Since we keep you in the loop all along the way, it should come as no surprise.

What Happens After the Testing

DIAGNOSTIC LETTER. Within approximately 48 hours we will upload a brief Diagnostic Letter onto the Client Portal for you.
DIAGNOSTIC REPORT. Several weeks after that, we’ll upload the full written report, detailing why and how we came to the determination of the diagnosis.
AFTER THE DIAGNOSIS. You will be enrolled in a free email course, Autism: After Diagnosis (AUT:AD) created for you by our CEO, Wendela Whitcomb Marsh. A couple of times a week you’ll get an email. These will take you through what the diagnosis means, and the characteristics or features of autism, along with strategies for navigating the neuro-majority world as a neuro-divergent person.
STAY IN TOUCH. If you have any questions about your diagnosis, you’re invited to email your assessor.

Benefits of a Late Autism Diagnosis

Understand Your Social Self. Knowing that you’re autistic means that you’re not socially broken, you just have different social needs and comfort levels than most people in the neuro-majority. You can allow yourself to say “No” to the social events that would be uncomfortable for you. When you do choose to attend social activities, be sure to schedule planned recovery afterward.

Understand Your Sensory Needs. You’re not weaker than people who take sensory experiences in stride; your system receives sensory input at a heightened level, so you deserve the right to accommodate your sensory sensitivities.

Understand Your Communication Style. It’s not that you’re a poor communicator, it’s just that your communication style is different from the neuro-majority. The burden should not be 100% on you if there is a social miscommunication, because every misunderstanding has two sides. Knowing that you’re autistic can free you to advocate for understanding and acceptance of your unique communication style.

How to Get Autism Testing in South Carolina

Wherever you live, from Harnwell Lake to the Santee River, we have a professional on our team who’s ready to work with you today. We don’t have a waiting list at Adult Autism Assessment & Services. When you’re ready your autism assessment, we’re ready to get it on the calendar. Start today by emailing [email protected].

ADHD Testing for Adults in South Carolina

If you’re a South Carolinian and you suspect you might have ADHD, we’re here to help. We’re Adult Autism Assessment & Services, but we’re also specialists in ADHD testing. Since we’re neurodiversity-affirming, you know we’ll never shame you for your ADHD characteristics. Having a brain that is so interested in everything that it’s difficult to rein it in to focus on just one thing can be a feature, not a bug.

Would it be helpful for you to have a formal diagnosis of ADHD? You can come to us for ADHD testing no matter where you live in South Carolina, or anywhere else in the United States. All of our services are provided via telehealth online. You can stay in your own home, or take a walk, or fidget, or hang out with your pets, throughout your assessment. We want you to be comfortable while you get answers about whether or not you’re an ADHDer.

What to Expect from ADHD Testing in South Carolina With Us

The steps to getting an ADHD assessment are very similar to the autism assessment:

EMAIL Meagan, at [email protected] and let her know you’re interested in an ADHD assessment. If you want both autism and ADHD, that’s fine, too.
INVITATION. If you haven’t already done so for an autism assessment, you will complete the Client Information form and sign the Consultation Invitation and Meagan will get your consultation on the calendar.
CONSULTATION. At your ADHD testing consultation, you’ll have up to 30 minutes to ask your questions about ADHD assessment, and get to know your clinician.
SCHEDULE. If you decide on ADHD assessment, Meagan will give you forms to fill out, and then she’ll schedule one assessment appointment for you.

The ADHD Testing Session

Because ADHD is a less complex condition as compared to autism, we can complete the assessment in one session, which will probably take an hour. There will be three assessment tools used in this session. One will ask you about your childhood experiences related to ADHD. The second one is a standardized test of ADHD in adults, and there will be one more yes/no questionnaire specific to adult presentation. At the end of the session your professional will most likely be able to tell you whether or not you have ADHD, and they may or may not be able to tell you which type of ADHD you have.

After Your ADHD Testing Session

DIAGNOSTIC LETTER. Within approximately 48 hours we’ll upload your brief Diagnostic Letter onto the Client Portal. This letter will state whether you have ADHD, and specify if it’s the Inattentive type, Impulsive-Hyperactive type, or the Combined type.
DIAGNOSTIC REPORT. A few weeks after your letter, your written report will be uploaded onto the, explaining exactly why and how your diagnosis was made.
AFTER THE DIAGNOSIS. You’ll be enrolled in a free email course, ADHD: After Diagnosis (ADHD:AD) created for you by Wendela Whitcomb Marsh, CEO of Adult Autism Assessment & Services. A couple of times a week you’ll get another email, taking you through what your diagnosis means, and the characteristics or features of the different types of ADHD, along with tips for thriving in the neuro-majority world as an ADHDer.
STAY IN TOUCH. Any questions about your diagnosis? You’re always welcome to email your assessor to get the answers you need.

Benefits of a Late ADHD Diagnosis

Understanding Attention. If you thought the way your brain bounces around from one topic to another was a sign of weakness, now you know it’s perfectly normal for an ADHDer. It’s just the way your brain works. Everything is interesting!

Understanding Impulsivity. If you thought acting impulsively was a sign of poor self-control, now you know it’s just the way your brain responds to new ideas. There’s so much to see and do!

Understanding Hyperactivity. If you thought your high activity level was a sign of immaturity, now you know that your brain functions better when you are moving. Play to your strength!

How to Get ADHD Testing in South Carolina

Anywhere you live in the Palmetto State, from Goose Creek to Sassafras Mtn, we have a team member standing by to work with you. We don’t have a waiting list. When you’re ready to get answers, we’re ready to help. Email [email protected]

Sensory Processing Assessment

Sensory Processing Disorder isn’t an official diagnosis in the DSM-5-TR. In spite of this, many people experience very real challenges to their ability to understand and process information from their senses. They may be seeking sensory information, or avoiding sensory overload, or they may have trouble understanding sensory input. Many people with sensory challenges find that an autism assessment gives them all the information they want about their sensory needs. However, if you don’t believe that you’re autistic and you just want a sensory processing assessment, this is a one-session assessment similar to the ADHD assessment. If this is right for you, email [email protected].

Other Neurodivergent Services We Offer in South Carolina & Throughout the United States

Want to know what support is available if you have autism or ADHD? We offer a variety of online therapy and life coaching services in South Carolina.

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