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Are you looking for an assessment
to determine if you’re autistic/AuDHD?
Dr. Natalie Engelbrecht ND RP &
Dr. Chris Dabbs PhD can help!
Dr. Natalie Engelbrecht
RP ND
Locations: Worldwide
Dr. Engelbrecht ND RP has extensive
experience in the assessment and
diagnosis of autism and ADHD
Informed by her clinical practice
and her lived experience of autism,
she is uniquely qualified to guide you
through the assessment process
Dr. Engelbrecht ND RP’s assessment will help
you gain a deeper understanding and appreciation
of yourself, as well as greater knowledge of your various traits and characteristics. Additionally,
it will help determine if they align with an
autism profile or any other condition
Dr. Chris Dabbs
PhD
Location: Alberta, CA
Dr. Chris Dabbs PhD is an autistic psychologist with a passion for
clinical work, research, and teaching
He strikes a hard balance between
the pathologizing nature of the diagnostic system and the realities
of his clients’ strengths and skills
Dr. Dabbs PhD’s assessment will not include
words like deficit, dysfunction, or labels like profound autism or severe behavior. In fact,
he co-authored a letter pushing against such
ableist language. We all have strengths and areas
of growth—autistic and non-autistic alike
Our autism/AuDHD assessment can result in a better understanding of yourself. An assessment may also
help you capitalize on your strengths and help you improve challenging areas of your life.
It can also help your partner(s), colleagues, friends,
and family better understand your strengths and
unique qualities. And if a formal diagnosis applies,
you may be eligible to receive accommodations
and/or access to local resources to assist you.
This is a service provided
for adults & adolescents
Upcoming
Dr. Chris Dabbs PhD is joining
the assessment team soon! Contact us to inquire about when he will be able to see you
Assessment service
As a courtesy, we offer the autism assessment in 3 parts:
Part 1
The first step is the autism screening—a preliminary
assessment of your autistic traits. For some people,
the autism screening is sufficient to satisfy their needs.
Part 2
Based on your screening results, you may wish to pursue
a formal diagnostic assessment. If so, you can continue with
the diagnostic assessment—resulting in a formal diagnostic assessment and report by Dr. Natalie Engelbrecht ND RP.
Note
As of July 1, 2015, Naturopathic doctors in Ontario are able to communicate a naturopathic diagnosis, including of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and ADHD, where the assessor has the relevant skill and experience
Part 3
A medical doctor’s review of the assessment is an optional
third step, which may be required in some jurisdictions.
Note
Dr. Engelbrecht ND RP is a naturopathic doctor and registered psychotherapist. Before requesting forms, please be sure to check with the provider to whom you will be submitting those forms to ensure that her credentials are sufficient for their requirements
About this system
This 3-part system allows you to do the assessment
at a speed that is comfortable for you.
It also allows you to divide the cost over time. If your data indicates that continuing with a comprehensive diagnostic assessment is not warranted, or if you are just looking for a screening of your personal traits, you do not have to spend additional time and money on the rest of the process.
Autism screening
The autism screening consists of the following:
- 15 questions regarding your traits,
history, and challenges - 7 psychometric tests (empirically validated)
- A review of your information, based
on the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria - A 15+ page report based on the findings
Waiting time
The waiting time for the screening report is
3–6 weeks after submitting your documents.
Diagnostic assessment
The diagnostic assessment consists of:
- An additional 13+ psychometric tests
(empirically validated) - A 30–50 minutes-long clinical interview via video conference, based on the ADOS-2 Module 4
- A review of your information, based
on the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria - A comprehensive diagnostic report based on the
data acquired during the assessment process - In addition to assessing for autism, the following commonly co-occurring conditions are screened
and may be diagnosed if criteria are met: ADHD, PTSD, depression, anxiety, alexithymia, and OCD - A 40+ page report based on the findings
Waiting time
- Diagnostic report: up to 2–4 weeks after the diagnostic
interview has taken place. - Clinical interview: You will be invited to book an interview
with Dr. Engelbrecht ND RP within 12–16 weeks after
completing your diagnostic assessment questionnaire.
Independent MD review
of diagnostic assessment
Part 3 involves an independent review of the diagnostic assessment by a medical doctor. In some jurisdictions this may be required if you go with Dr. Engelbrecht’s assessment (not needed if you go with Dr. Dabbs).
Waiting time
- The waiting time for the diagnostic report with the medical review is subject to the medical doctor’s availability.
The assessment team
We work as a multidisciplinary team with a diverse blend of
practice, experience, and expertise. Our team includes a registered psychotherapist and a medical physician. Where necessary,
we have access to external resources and can refer clients to appropriate practitioners or service providers that may
compliment and build on our own expertise.
Our team is available to assess, interpret and apply individual test results in order to consider them in a broader clinical or medical context, including for the purposes of diagnosis and treatment, following the establishment of an appropriate clinical relationship.
Our multidisciplinary team includes Dr. Jagpreet Arora MD;
she has practiced as a licensed medical physician in Ontario
since 1985. Her practice has for years included the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of autistic patients.
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