Mason Anglin, PsyDwith Autism evaluations
Autism testing for children, teens, and adults
Comprehensive autism evaluations that clarify developmental history, current functioning, strengths, and challenges, including for adults exploring autism for the first time.
- Evaluations across the lifespan
- Masking & co-occurring conditions considered
- Written report + feedback session
About autism
Autism looks different for everyone
Autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition involving differences in social communication and interaction, alongside patterns of restricted or repetitive behaviors, interests, or sensory experiences.
Some people are identified in early childhood, while others reach adolescence or adulthood without a formal diagnosis. Masking, compensatory strategies, and co-occurring conditions can delay identification.
Who provides evaluations: Psychological testing is provided by Mason Anglin, PsyD, a Registered Psychological Associate (PSB94029529), under the supervision of Youssef Nakhla, PsyD, a licensed psychologist (PSY 36042), at Cogniscribe Psychology.
Is this for you?
When to consider an evaluation
- Questions about social communication or relationships
- Difficulty interpreting social cues or unspoken expectations
- Strong preferences for predictability or familiar environments
- Sensory differences, focused interests, or trouble with transitions
- Wondering whether autism, ADHD, anxiety, or something else explains your experience
What’s included
Built around the person
Children & teens
Functioning at home, school, and with peers, with parent or caregiver input and teacher input when appropriate.
Adults
Developmental history, social communication, sensory experiences, masking, and other relevant psychological factors.
Overlapping conditions
ADHD, anxiety, depression, learning disorders, and obsessive-compulsive symptoms are considered.
Every evaluation includes a written report and a feedback session. These characteristics do not necessarily mean autism.
How it works
What to expect from an assessment
Initial discussion of concerns and goals
We begin with a thoughtful conversation to understand the challenges, history, and goals you (or your child) are facing, so the evaluation fits your needs.
The evaluation
Clinical interviews, standardized testing, and careful observation, paced thoughtfully so you are comfortable and the results are accurate.
Feedback session & written report
Every evaluation includes a feedback session, where results are reviewed in clear, straightforward language, and a written report with practical recommendations for next steps.
Insurance
Insurance for this evaluation
Cogniscribe Psychology works with several major insurance plans, and we typically check how your plan applies before you start. Coverage for testing and therapy varies by plan, diagnosis, and medical necessity, so we verify your benefits and any authorization before you start.
Don’t see your plan? Behavioral health benefits are sometimes managed by a different network than the one on your card. Send us your plan in the screening form and we’ll check. Private pay is also available. See all plans →
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can adults be diagnosed with autism?
Yes. Autism is lifelong, but some people are not identified until adolescence or adulthood. The evaluation considers developmental history and current presentation.
Can autism and ADHD be evaluated together?
Yes. Autism and ADHD frequently co-occur, and an evaluation can examine both when clinically appropriate.
Are people who mask autistic traits evaluated?
Yes. Masking and compensatory strategies are considered as part of the broader developmental and clinical picture.
Can an autism evaluation be completed remotely?
Some components may be completed through telehealth. Whether a fully remote evaluation is appropriate depends on age, clinical needs, and assessment requirements.
Does insurance cover autism evaluations?
Some plans cover autism evaluations when medically necessary, while others have exclusions or require authorization. We verify your plan first.
Who provides the evaluation?
Psychological testing is provided by Mason Anglin, PsyD, a Registered Psychological Associate (PSB94029529), under the supervision of Youssef Nakhla, PsyD, a licensed psychologist (PSY 36042), at Cogniscribe Psychology.
Testing & assessment
Other evaluations
Not quite the right fit? These are the other evaluations Mason Anglin, PsyD provides under supervision, and therapy is available too.
ADHD testing
Children, teens, and adults with attention, focus, organization, or impulsivity concerns.
Learn more →Learning & academic evaluations
Reading, writing, math, and school or college performance questions, including documentation for accommodation requests.
Learn more →Cognitive & intellectual evaluations
Reasoning, memory, processing speed, and overall cognitive strengths and weaknesses.
Learn more →Comprehensive diagnostic evaluations
For complex or overlapping symptoms, or past diagnoses that never quite fit.
Learn more →Pre-surgical evaluations
Psychological evaluations for bariatric surgery, spinal cord stimulator, and other procedures.
Learn more →Adult ADHD by telehealth
Adult ADHD evaluations for people located in California, remote when clinically appropriate.
Learn more →Not sure? Start here
Tell us what is going on. We’ll help you figure out whether therapy, testing, or both fit, and check your insurance.
Start screening form →Next step
Looking for diagnostic clarity?
Whether it’s for you or a family member, we can help determine whether a comprehensive autism evaluation is the right fit.
Takes a few minutes. We review it and reach out about next steps and your insurance.