Frequently Asked Questions

Our waitlist for assessments can vary depending on current demand and assessor availability. Please click "Book Now" to be redirected to our online booking site. You will be able to see when the next pre-assessment consultation appointment is available, as well as our availability for assessment appointments. You can book all of your appointments online.

In British Columbia, an average private autism and psychoeducational assessments costs between $3000 to $4500. Please go to our online booking site for current fee information. Public autism assessments are available through the BC Autism Assessment Network and public psychoeducational assessments are available through your local school district.

The process typically includes a review of intake forms and standardized questionnaires, interviews with parents/caregivers, direct observation and assessment of the child, a review of the reports from schools and records from other health care providers, and a feedback session in which the psychologist provides a report that integrates all of the information from different sources. It's a multi-faceted approach to gather a complete picture.

Many extended health benefit plans include coverage for psychological services. Please refer to your own benefits provider to determine whether your family has coverage. Note that some community organizations (E.g., Variety BC) provide grants to cover the cost of assessments. Psychological services are not covered under MSP.

We do not require a referral. However, children under the age of 6 who are being seen for an ASD assessment must have first been seen by a speech and language pathologist. In BC, the Ministry of Health requires an SLP assessment under their Standards and Guidelines for the diagnosis of ASD. Note that, prior to November 2025, a pediatrician assessment was also required. This requirement has been paused given accessibility considerations, but a pediatrician appointment is still recommended for those who have access.