Growing BeWellers:
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) & Cognitive Assessment Program
For children 36 months to 5 years old
This comprehensive assessment is designed specifically for kids from 36 months to 5 years old to evaluate autism symptoms, social communication difficulties, learning & academic difficulties, and emotional regulation, using gold-standard assessment tools.
7,000+ Ontarians Have Chosen BeWell
Why Choose BeWell?
Personalized Assessments
& Interventions Tailored
to Your Child's Needs
Expert Child
Psychologists
Convenient In-Person
Assessments in Toronto,
Mississauga, and Hamilton
No Referral Needed
to Get Started
Seamless Access to
Therapy, ABA Services,
Medication Management,
and Parent Support
Covered by Most Extended
Health Benefit Plans
Understanding Your
Child's Unique
Development
Every child experiences the world differently. For some children, differences in communication, social interaction, sensory experiences, emotional regulation, or flexibility may lead families to seek a better understanding of their needs.
A Growing BeWellers Assessment helps families explore whether their child's experiences align with characteristics commonly associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Cognitive testing is also indicated.
A Clear Path,
One Step At a Time
Book a
Consultation
Meet with our Care Team to discuss your child's needs. We'll help determine the most appropriate assessment for them and answer any questions along the way.
Clinical Interview &
Comprehensive Assessment
Your psychologist conducts a thorough evaluation using standardized, evidence-based assessment tools tailored to your child's unique needs.
Diagnostic Report
& Feedback
Receive a comprehensive report outlining findings, diagnoses (when clinically appropriate), your child's strengths, and personalized recommendations. Your psychologist will review the results with you and answer your questions.
Personalized
Next Steps
Move forward with confidence through individualized guidance on therapy, school accommodations, community resources, and ongoing support to help your child thrive.
Want to know more about the assessment process?
Please visit the FAQ section on this page.
Curious if your Child is
Right for Growing BeWellers?
Your child is 36 months to 5 years old and demonstrating symptoms such as:
- Not responding to their name
- Poor eye contact
- Limited use of gestures
- Speech delays
- Repeating words, phrases, or dialogue from others
- Repetitive actions such as flapping hands and rocking their body
- Intense focus at moving objects or a specific toy
- Reacts very strongly to noises, lights, and textures
- Repetitive ways of playing with toys, such as lining objects up or focusing on parts of toys
- Difficulty following multi-step instructions
- Difficulty waiting, taking turns, or inhibiting an immediate response
- Difficulty completing tasks independently
- Struggles with transitions between classroom activities
- Difficulty understanding questions or instructions
- Difficulty expressing needs, ideas, or feelings
- Difficulty joining group activities or cooperative play
Testing includes:
Autism
Cognitive
Get In Touch
With Our Team
Choosing the right assessment can feel overwhelming.
During your consultation, our team will review your concerns and gather information about your child's needs and symptoms to recommend the assessment that best meets their needs.
Understanding the
Assessment Tools We Use
As part of the assessment process, our clinicians may use standardized tools designed to gather information about how a child communicates, interacts, and experiences the world around them.
These tools are selected based on your child's age, developmental stage, and communication style.
ADOS-2 Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition
A structured, play- and interaction-based assessment that looks at social communication, interaction, and behaviours associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The clinician observes how a child communicates, responds to social cues, engages in play, and interacts during age-appropriate activities.
WPPSI-IV Cognitive Assessment
A cognitive assessment designed for young children that helps identify a child's learning and thinking profile. It may provide information about areas such as verbal comprehension, visual-spatial reasoning, fluid reasoning, working memory, and processing speed. Results can help identify both areas of strength and areas where a child may benefit from additional support.
CASL-2 Comprehensive Assessment of Spoken Language, Second Edition
A language assessment that examines how a child understands and uses spoken language.
Depending on the child's age and needs, relevant subtests may explore areas such as:
- Receptive Vocabulary: Understanding the meaning of words
- Expressive Vocabulary: Using words to communicate ideas
- Sentence Comprehension: Understanding increasingly complex sentences
- Pragmatic Language: Using language appropriately in social situations
- Nonliteral Language: Understanding language that goes beyond its literal meaning
- Inference: Understanding information that is implied rather than directly stated
This can be particularly helpful in understanding whether a child has difficulty with social communication or language processing, even when their overall vocabulary or speech appears strong.
Vineland-3 Adaptive Behaviour Assessment
Looks at how a child's skills translate into everyday life. It provides information about areas such as:
- Communication: How the child understands and communicates
- Daily Living Skills: Independence with everyday activities
- Socialization: How the child interacts and plays with others
- Motor Skills: Movement and coordination, when applicable
The Vineland helps identify how a child's abilities compare with what is typically expected for their age and where additional support may be beneficial.
SRS-2 Social Responsiveness Scale, Second Edition
A questionnaire that provides information about a child's social functioning and behaviours associated with autism. It looks at areas such as social awareness, social communication, social motivation, restricted interests, and repetitive behaviours. Information from parents and/or educators can help provide a picture of how a child functions across different environments.
Covered Under
Most Psychology
Benefits
In-Person Assessments
Price: $2,750
Paid in 10 Instalments Over 10 Weeks
Meet the Team
Supporting Your Child
Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Psychotherapists, & Social Workers
Offering Virtual or In-Person Support
Dr. Jeffrey Skowron
Clinical Director, Child & Youth Services
Psychologist, Registered Behaviour Analyst
Dr. Sarina Gandhi
Naturopathic Doctor
Shiza Alam
Psychometrist
Dr. Heather McCracken
Senior Psychometrist
Assessment Services Team Lead
Shannon Wright
Nurse Practitioner
Psychotherapist
Support Beyond the Assessment
We offer comprehensive support to help you and your family thrive after completing an assessment
Ongoing Therapy
Individualized therapy to help your child build skills, confidence, and emotional well-being.
Ask about your Complimentary 30-min Meet & Greet with one of our Child & Youth Therapists.
Parenting & Family Therapy
Practical guidance and strategies to help parents support their child's growth at home.
Medication Management
In-house medication management for children 7+ years old with our Nurse Practitioners.
Naturopathic Medicine
Integrative care focused on nutrition, lifestyle, and overall well-being to complement your child's treatment plan.
Ask about your Complimentary 30-min Meet & Greet with our Naturopathic Doctor.
Social Skills Groups for Kids & Youth
Group programs that help children build communication, friendship, and social confidence.
(coming soon)
ABA Therapy
Evidence-based behavioural therapy tailored to your child's strengths, goals, and developmental needs.
(coming soon)
These are not included in the price of the assessment but are available in-house for continued support.
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Explore all our programs here
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Psychoeducational
Assessment
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Autism & Psychoeducational
Assessments
- Developmental delays
- Speech & language delays
- Repetitive behaviours
- Sensory sensitivities
- Social communication difficulties
- Learning & academic difficulties
- Sensory sensitivities
- Rigid behaviours & routines
- Emotional regulation
- Learning difficulties
- Academic challenges
- Attention & executive functioning
- Memory & processing speed
- Giftedness
- Social communication difficulties
- Learning & academic difficulties
- Sensory sensitivities
- Rigid behaviours & routines
- Emotional regulation
- Attention & executive functioning
- Developmental concerns
- Autism
- Autism
- Cognitive testing
- Cognitive testing
- Academic achievement testing (reading, writing, math)
- Memory & learning
- Autism
- Cognitive testing
- Academic achievement testing (reading, writing, math)
- Memory & learning
Your Child's Journey Starts Here
The right assessment does more than provide a diagnosis. It offers clarity, understanding, and a roadmap for the future. Our experienced psychologists help you better understand your child's unique strengths, identify the supports they need, and create a personalized plan that empowers your family to move forward with confidence.
At BeWell, Your Family Will Receive:
- A personalized assessment tailored to your child's unique strengths, needs, and goals
- A comprehensive, evidence-based evaluation completed by experienced child psychologists using standardized assessment tools
- A detailed report with practical recommendations for home, school, and ongoing support
- A dedicated feedback session to review the results, answer your questions, and discuss next steps
- Access to integrative care post-assessment including therapy, parent support, medication management, and other specialized services, all under one roof
- A compassionate clinical team committed to supporting your child and family beyond the assessment
Whether you're ready to book an assessment or simply exploring your options, we're here to answer your questions, guide you through the process, and help you make an informed decision with confidence.
Frequently
Asked Questions
What is an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assessment?
A Comprehensive ASD Assessment is a detailed evaluation designed to better understand an individual's strengths, challenges, communication style, social experiences, sensory needs, and patterns of behaviour to determine whether they meet the criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder.
At BeWell Clinics, our Growing BeWellers Assessment approach looks beyond a diagnosis. We focus on understanding the whole child and providing meaningful recommendations that support everyday life, school, learning, and overall well-being.
Who can benefit from an Autism Assessment?
An Autism Assessment may be helpful for children and parents who may have questions about their child's development, social experiences, communication style, sensory needs, or daily functioning.
Some individuals pursue an assessment because they have noticed challenges with:
- Social communication
- Understanding social cues or expectations
- Sensory sensitivities or differences
- Emotional regulation and managing change
- Feeling overwhelmed by certain environments
- Navigating school and academic challenges
Can an Autism Assessment also identify ADHD or other mental health concerns?
Autism can sometimes overlap with other neurodevelopmental or mental health experiences, including ADHD, anxiety, or learning differences.
During the assessment process, our clinicians consider the full picture of the child's strengths and challenges. If additional concerns are identified, we can discuss whether further assessment or supports may be beneficial.
What can I expect during the Growing BeWellers- Early Childhood Autism + Cognitive Assessment?
This assessment is typically completed within 6–8 weeks and combines autism-specific testing with a cognitive assessment to better understand your child's strengths and support needs.
Step 1: Intake & Booking
Meet with our Care Team to discuss your concerns, complete required consent forms, and schedule your assessment appointments. We'll help guide you through the process and answer any questions along the way.
Step 2: Parent Clinical Interview (Week 1)
Participate in a one-hour meeting with your psychologist to discuss your child's developmental history, current strengths and concerns, and your goals for the assessment.
Step 3: Assessment & Questionnaires (Weeks 2–3)
Your child will participate in approximately three hours of age-appropriate assessment activities over one to two sessions. Parents and teachers (when applicable) will also complete standardized questionnaires to provide a comprehensive understanding of your child's functioning across settings.
Step 4: Report Preparation (Weeks 3–5)
Your psychologist will carefully review all assessment findings and prepare a comprehensive report outlining results, clinical impressions, and individualized recommendations.
Step 5: Feedback Appointment (Weeks 6–8)
Meet with your psychologist to review the results, discuss recommendations, ask questions, and explore next steps for support.
Does my child need a referral?
No. A physician referral is not required to book an assessment. Families can contact our team directly to schedule a complimentary consultation and discuss their concerns.
What happens during the assessment?
Your child's assessment may include a parent or self-interview, standardized assessment tools, questionnaires, clinical observations, and a feedback session. The specific process will depend on your child's unique needs and the type of assessment recommended.
What will I receive after the assessment?
You will receive a comprehensive written report outlining the assessment findings, your child's strengths, areas of need, and personalized recommendations for home, school, and ongoing support. Your psychologist will also meet with you during a dedicated feedback session to review the results, answer your questions, and discuss next steps.
Can the assessment be shared with my child's school?
Yes. Our reports are designed to support collaboration with schools, physicians, therapists, and other healthcare providers. Findings and recommendations may help guide educational planning, accommodations, and ongoing supports.
Are these assessments covered by insurance?
Many extended health benefit plans provide coverage for psychological assessment services. We recommend contacting your insurance provider to confirm your specific coverage. BeWell provides detailed receipts that can be submitted for reimbursement. Direct billing may be available or partially available for some policies.
My child already has ADHD (or another diagnosis). Can they still have an autism or psychoeducational assessment?
Yes. Many children have multiple areas of strength and challenge that may benefit from further exploration. During your consultation, our team will help determine whether an autism assessment, psychoeducational assessment, or combined assessment is the most appropriate option for your child.
What happens if my child receives a diagnosis?
Our support continues beyond the assessment. Depending on your child's needs, we can provide access to therapy, parent support, medication management, and additional services to help your family understand the diagnosis and move forward with confidence.
My child is very young. Is it too early for an assessment?
Early assessment can help identify developmental differences and connect families with appropriate supports as soon as possible. For children between 2 and 7 years old, our psychologists will first complete a consultation to determine the most appropriate assessment approach based on your child's developmental stage, strengths, and presenting concerns.
What if I'm not sure whether an assessment is the right next step?
That's exactly what the complimentary consultation is for. Our team will answer your questions, learn more about your concerns, and help you determine whether an assessment is appropriate and which option best fits your child's needs.
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