Assessment

The Westcoast Child Development Group provides a number of assessment services that use standardized testing materials, multiple sources, and sound clinical judgement.

The clinic professionals are fully trained in various comprehensive assessment techniques and in the interpretation of the results. Each assessment is individually tailored to the specific referral question and results are shared with educators or mental health professionals at the request of the family. Each report is accompanied by a number of specific and detailed recommendations tailored to meet the needs of the learner.

Autism Spectrum Assessment

Following the provincial guidelines, our Psychologists use the recommended standardized assessment and clinical observation and tools. Our clinicians strictly adhere to the BC Autism Assessment Network (BCAAN) guidelines for autism.

At the Westcoast Child Development Group, we specialize in autism assessments for youth 16-18 and adults 19 and beyond. For information on autism assessments of adults please visit www.spectrumworks.consulting .

What questions can an Autism Spectrum Assessment answer?

  • What may be contributing to my (my teen’s) social difficulties? 
  • Why has it been challenging to make and/or maintain friendships or relationships?
  • How can I be supported to feel better and function more optimally? 


What does an Autism Spectrum Assessment involve?

  • A structured interview with the client and a family member or close friend/partner: the Autism Diagnostic Interview – Revised
  • An assessment of your (your youth’s) behaviour and social functioning 
  • Questionnaires for the client, their parents/close others and teachers as relevant.

What happens after the assessment?

  • Your clinician will meet with you to share:
    • feedback and any diagnostic conclusions
    • recommendations
  • You will receive a report describing the conclusions and recommendations

ADHD Assessment

Individuals with suspected inattention or hyperactivity issues often benefit from a specific and tailored assessment. In an effort to best capture the attentional concerns, our team covers a variety of facets that include working memory, sustained attention, executive functioning, learning profiles, cognitive profiles, and parent/teacher questionnaires.

What questions can an ADHD assessment answer?

  • Do I (does my teen) have ADHD?
  • Is ADHD contributing to:
    • difficulties with focusing at school/work/home
    • challenges regulating emotions
    • disorganization
    • trouble making and keeping friends

What does an ADHD Assessment involve?

  • A meeting and interview with: 
    • The client
    • Parents of clients as relevant
    • Partners or other family members as relevant
  • Questionnaires that give us additional perspective from: 
    • the client
    • parents 
    • teacher 
    • partner

What happens after the assessment?

  • Your clinician will meet with you to share:
    • feedback and any diagnostic conclusions
    • recommendations
  • You will receive a brief report describing the conclusions and recommendations