Adult Autism Assessments in NYC (Virtual or In-Person)
At ParityWell, we specialize in adult autism assessments for individuals in New York City and throughout the states of New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Our clients are high-achieving professionals, creatives, and caregivers who were overlooked in childhood because they didn’t fit stereotypical images of autism.
Autistic traits often present differently in adults — particularly among women, queer, trans, and BIPOC individuals — and can be masked by intelligence and adaptive coping. Our comprehensive autism evaluations are designed to uncover your full neurodevelopmental profile with respect and accuracy.
A Neurodiversity-Affirming, Research-Based Process
Our autism assessments go beyond a simple yes/no diagnosis. We aim to help you understand how your cognitive and sensory profile — identifying strengths, challenges, and patterns that can guide meaningful change in work, relationships, and self-understanding.
You’ll meet with a licensed clinician virtually or in our Manhattan office, depending on your preference.
Every neurological assessment for autism includes:
A detailed clinical and developmental interview (virtual or in-person)
Standardized tools such as MIGDAS-2, DIVA-5, RAADS-R, and Brown EF/A Scales
Cognitive testing to evaluate overall cognitive functioning, including reasoning, problem-solving, and processing abilities
Questionnaires assessing executive function, attention, masking, and sensory processing
Optional input from loved ones and prior evaluations (if available)
A personalized feedback session and comprehensive written report with recommendations and tailored referrals
Our adult autism assessments are especially helpful for individuals who:
Suspect they may be autistic but have never been evaluated
Have been assessed in the past but want an updated evaluation now that scientific knowledge is evolving
Are seeing a second opinion from a specialist trained in assessing high-masking adults Are experiencing burnout, social exhaustion, or chronic fatigue
Have received various mental health diagnoses in the past and would like information to help guide more effective therapy experiences moving forward
What You’ll Gain
You’ll leave with a clear understanding of your neurodevelopmental profile, along with practical recommendations and referrals with help guiding for therapy, workplace, and/or academic accommodations moving forward
We believe that accurate identification is the foundation of effective care — and self-understanding is the beginning of empowerment.
Our clinical services are available in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, with our in-person office in Manhattan.
Schedule a consultation today to begin your autism assessment with Paritywell.
How Can an Autism Evaluation Help You?
New York City’s energy is both stimulating and draining. You may find deep joy in its creativity and structure yet struggle with the constant transitions, social demands, or sensory overload that come with daily NYC life.
Understanding how autism shows up in adulthood — particularly in dynamic, high-demand environments — is key to developing strategies that support regulation, authenticity, and well-being.
An autism evaluation — sometimes called an autism test — provides clarity, validation, and most importantly direction for next steps for effective support. Understanding your neurocognitive and sensory profile can:
Offer relief and useful information after years of confusion or masking
Improve relationships by clarifying communication and sensory needs
Inform workplace or academic accommodations for better performance and well-being
Guide a more effective therapy and mental health treatment plan
Help you connect with supportive community and resources that truly fit your needs
Many clients describe the process as a life-changing turning point that allows them to move forward with confidence, and with practical guidance for next steps.
AuDHD Assessments
Many adults seeking an autism assessment also wonder whether they might have what is colloquially called AuDHD — the coexistence of autism and ADHD. Because these conditions can overlap in ways that mask or complicate each other, a thorough evaluation can help clarify what’s actually driving challenges with focus, executive function, sensory processing, emotional regulation, and social energy.
If you’re questioning both ADHD and autism, our dedicated AuDHD assessments are designed to evaluate both together.
Work and School Accommodations
After an Autism Diagnosis
A formal autism diagnosis can be an important step in accessing accommodations in both professional and academic settings. Your ParityWell neurological assessment will include a comprehensive written report that outlines your neurodevelopmental profile and includes recommendations for support and accommodations.
Depending on your needs, these accommodations might include the following examples:
Flexible scheduling or remote work options
Adjustments to communication styles or workspace environments
Sensory-friendly modifications
Extended time, quiet testing environments, or other academic accommodations
We design every report to be clear, evidence-based, and usable for workplace HR departments, educational institutions, and healthcare providers. Our goal is to help you advocate confidently for the support you deserve.
Types Of Therapy That May Help
After an Autism Diagnosis
At ParityWell, we believe autism is not a problem or a deficit — it’s a natural form of human diversity that comes with both strengths and challenges.
Many autistic adults seek therapy not to “fix” themselves, but to better understand their needs, reduce stress, and build a more authentic life that harnesses their strengths.
Depending on your goals, autism and neuroaffirming therapy can focus on areas such as emotional regulation, social communication, sensory processing, masking fatigue, or navigating relationships. We work collaboratively to help you identify the approaches that best align with your neurotype and values.
Some modalities for autism therapy we may recommend include:
Neurodiversity-affirming therapy that is most effective and tailored for people with neurodevelopmental differences.
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) but only when adapted for autistic individuals to address anxiety, or self-critical thought patterns.
Internal Family Systems (IFS), which can help explore inner parts and foster self-compassion for those who’ve experienced trauma or chronic masking.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Resprocessing (EMDR) and other trauma-informed therapies for clients who’ve faced misunderstanding, burnout, or stigma.
Coaching and skills-based support, to strengthen executive functioning, organization, and daily life balance.
Transdiagnostic therapy, which focuses on shared underlying mechanisms — such as emotional regulation, trauma, and masking — rather than isolated symptoms.
We individualize every therapy plan by building on your unique strengths, honoring your lived experience, and supporting meaningful, realistic change. Therapy after an autism diagnosis isn’t about changing who you are, it’s about helping you live more comfortably and confidently as yourself.
We have therapists available if you choose to begin therapy for autism. You can schedule a therapy session either virtually or see us in-person at our Manhattan office by Columbus Circle.
Assessment Costs
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Includes the ADHD evaluation, a diagnostic letter (if applicable), and a detailed 12+ page report for use with other providers or for deeper understanding. Includes referrals to specialists tailored to the report findings.
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Includes the autism evaluation, a diagnostic letter (if applicable), and a detailed 12+ page report for use with other providers or for deeper understanding. Includes referrals to specialists tailored to the report findings.
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Includes both ADHD and autism evaluations, a diagnostic letter (if applicable), and a detailed 12+ page report for use with other providers or for deeper understanding. Includes referrals to specialists tailored to the report findings.
Insurance Coverage
ParityWell is an out of network provider. We provide superbills for insurance reimbursement. Read how out of network insurance reimbursement works and reach out to us if you have questions.
Inspired by the landmark U.S, Mental Health Parity Law, we will help you understand your insurance and seek reimbursement to the fullest possible extent.