Autism & ADHD Evaluations for Children and Adults in Houston, TX
Clear answers. Thoughtful guidance. A path forward.
If you’re worried about your child’s development, attention, or behavior—and feel unsure what to do next—you’re not alone. I provide neurodiversity-affirming Autism and ADHD evaluations designed to help families understand their child and move forward with confidence.
Serving families in Houston, TX and virtually across Texas, California and PSYPACT states.
You might be here because…
You find yourself watching other children your child’s age—how they talk, play, and connect—and quietly wondering why things seem harder for your child. You may be asking yourself whether this could be Autism or ADHD, or trying to understand what a diagnosis you already have really means for everyday life.
Your child isn’t talking yet, uses very few words, or doesn’t respond when you call their name. You repeat yourself, try different tones, and catch yourself wondering if they hear you—or if something deeper is going on that others don’t seem to notice.
Your child is curious, clever, and capable, yet daily interactions feel challenging. Playdates don’t go smoothly, big emotions appear quickly, routines are hard to change, or behaviors seem misunderstood by others—leaving you unsure how all these pieces fit together.
Well-meaning people tell you, “They’ll grow out of it,” but time keeps passing. Instead of things getting easier, the same worries show up in new ways, and that knot in your stomach hasn’t gone away.
You receive notes from school or daycare about attention, behavior, or developmental concerns. Meetings leave you with more questions than answers, and you’re trying to make sense of what’s typical, what’s not, and what your child truly needs.
Even on good days, there’s a quiet, persistent feeling that something isn’t quite right. You can’t always explain it, but you know your child—and your instincts keep nudging you to look closer.
You might also be noticing familiar patterns in yourself: difficulty focusing, sensory overwhelm, social exhaustion, or feeling “different” growing up. You start to wonder if Autism or ADHD could explain parts of your own experience, too.
If any of this sounds familiar, you’re not overreacting—and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.
A Thoughtful, Strengths-Based Approach to Understanding Your Child
In our work together, I offer a neurodiversity-affirming and collaborative approach to Autism and ADHD evaluations. I take the time to truly understand your child—not just test scores or symptom checklists, but their developmental history, personality, interests, and unique ways of interacting with the world.
Evaluations are grounded in evidence-based tools and clinical expertise, while also honoring parents as experts on their own children. My goal is not simply to determine whether a diagnosis fits, but to provide meaningful insight that helps you better understand who your child is and how to best support them.
Determining whether you or your child needs an Autism evaluation or ADHD evaluation may be your top priority right now. But a thorough Autism & ADHD assessment goes far beyond a single possibility. I take the time to explore all aspects of development, daily life, challenges, and strengths to understand the full picture—because many children have overlapping needs or more than one condition to consider. My goal is for you and your child to feel truly seen and heard throughout the Autism & ADHD testing process. By the end of the evaluation, you’ll walk away with clarity and a thoughtful, individualized understanding—not only of whether Autism or ADHD may be present, but also of which supports, next steps, or areas of focus can help your child thrive moving forward.
Parenting can be incredibly rewarding—but also overwhelming at times. I work with families in Houston, TX to provide parenting support for Autism & ADHD, helping parents feel more confident and supported in their parenting journey. Depending on your child’s needs, this may involve learning practical strategies to support social skills, communication, and play for children with autism, or developing tools to manage disruptive behaviors, reduce anxiety, and improve focus in children with ADHD. My approach is always collaborative, respectful of your family’s unique dynamics, and grounded in evidence-based practices. Together, we’ll find what works best for your child and your everyday life.
Even if a school or another provider has already evaluated your child, you may still have questions about what comes next. I often meet with families in Houston, TX (or virtually) to help make sense of existing Autism & ADHD evaluation reports and provide guidance on the next steps in their child’s developmental journey. This may include reviewing Autism & ADHD assessment results, discussing which therapy or intervention recommendations are most relevant, and helping you identify Autism & ADHD support providers that are a good fit for your child’s needs and your family’s routines.
After working together, families often describe feeling:
Seen and validated—their concerns finally taken seriously
Relief—from having clearer answers and a deeper understanding of their child
Confidence—in knowing what is going on and what truly matters most
Empowered—with practical, individualized recommendations
A clear path forward—instead of uncertainty and second-guessing
Whether the outcome includes a diagnosis or not, you will leave with clarity, guidance, and a thoughtful plan for next steps—so you can move forward with confidence and compassion for your child and yourself.