Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder causing impairments in social communication, repetitive, restricted behaviours and unusual sensory sensitivities or interests. Signs are usually present before 3 years of age with an estimated prevalence of 1 in 66 Canadian children.

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The best long-term outcomes are associated with early diagnosis and application of intensive, ASD specific behavioural interventions and therapies.

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In BC, only a formal ASD diagnosis by a Qualified Specialist (QS) allows access to interventions and funding (up to $22,000/yr).

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Unfortunately, the public system for ASD diagnosis (VICAN / BCAAN) has significant wait times (18-22 months). I am offering private, diagnostic, autism assessments for children up to age 10. This is in addition to my work with VICAN. ​

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Our wait times are 6 - 8 weeks, at a cost of $2500 per assessment to individuals. A charge is added if third party organizations are funding the assessment to cover extra admin time. 

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An Autism Diagnosis is not guaranteed, your child may not have Autism. We encourage you to discuss with a primary care provider. 

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The assessment clinic is located at 301 Festubert Street in Duncan, BC, on Vancouver Island, and is by appointment only.

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