Neuroaffirming Autism and ADHD Assessments
At Stardust Neuroaffirming Wellness, we understand firsthand the complex journey of finding and understanding our unique neurotype as a neurodivergent human. Our approach was created by queer, PDA, autistic, and ADHD folx who understand the lived experience of being a neurodivergent human in a neurotypical world. In addition, our assessments are done by a Vanderbilt-trained, holistic, Autistic and ADHD, holistic psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.
Assessment Process
Schedule your evaluation in our scheduling portal.
We will reach out with general consent forms and intake paperwork
Pre-interview Neurodivergent paperwork, gathering of social, medical, mental health, and developmental history, & pre-interview self-assessments
You can expect to spend 1-2 hours completing questionnaires and self-assessment tools before the assessment appointment.
Collaborative interview
In-person or telehealth session to learn more about your sensory, social, executive functioning, behavioral and emotional experiences. For older teens and adults, this part of the evaluation typically takes:
Autism Evaluation: 2-3 Hours (Up to 4 hours)
This process utilizes the MIGDAS-2 and a structured-interview rooted in the The Adult Autism Assessment Handbook which was created by autistic psychologists to center the experience of neurodivergent humans. In addition quantitative measures such as the SRS-2 are used.
ADHD Evaluations: 1-2 Hours (Up to 3 hours)
This process utilizes the Diva-5 in addition to quantitative tools like the CAARS-2.
Optional Collateral Information & Formal Screeners
The evaluator and client may wish to gather additional information from family members, partners, educators, service providers or other supportive folks, if appropriate, and only as agreed upon with consent of the person being evaluated. In addition further formal quantitative screeners will be sent.
Evaluation Report
The evaluator will pull together all information gathered and write a short report which may include evaluation outcomes, diagnosis if appropriate, as well as recommendations.
* Note there is the option of adding an full-in depth report with a sensory profile, for an additional $400. This is best for those who are looking for a more in-depth understanding, and includes a sensory profile and a formal written report.
Please note that we do not use or offer evaluations using the ADOS-2, if you are seeking services or accommodations, please ensure that they do not require the ADOS. We have chosen not to offer the ADOS for a variety of reasons including it is not neruoaffirming and does not center the experience of autistic people.
Optional Follow-up Session
This is typically scheduled approximately4-6 weeks after all information has been gathered from client and collaborating sources. This session is 30 or 60 minutes where we will review outcomes of evaluation, diagnostic report, recommendations, and any questions you may have.
* Please note appointments fill quickly, if there are no appointments available, please Reach out to be placed on our priority waitlist!
Costs
We are currently in-network with most Blue Cross Blue Shield, please check your individual insurance plan.
For out-of-network cash pay clients, we do offer a superbill for OON reimbursement if eligible.
Please note, must be physically located in Iowa, Washington, or New Mexico at time of assessment/appointment (some clients chose to travel for assessment interview). In-person appointments available in Des Moines, IA through May 2025. Telehealth appointments offered for clients in Iowa, New Mexico, and Washington.
Please visit our scheduling portal to sign up for an appointment!
