Recognizing Autism as an Adult

Описание: Perhaps you're a parent who's just gone through the autism diagnosis process with your child and noticed things in yourself that were identified in your autistic child Perhaps you have been reading about autism and feeling strongly connected to autism characteristics. Perhaps you've logged onto forums or otherwise have interacted with other autistic people and feel a kinship with them. Regardless of what led you to your curiosity, seeking out an formal autism evaluation can be an effective and enlightening experience to determine whether you're autistic. Our talk will provide you with information to help you make the decision if an autism evaluation could be right for you, tell you about the typical evaluation process, and discuss next steps at the conclusion of the process, no matter what the results are.

Dr. Gerardo Ramos Bio:

I specialize in evaluations for the diagnosing autism. Through the evaluation process, I aim to support individuals and deepen their self-understanding. I employ a strength-based and identity model, which prioritizes the understanding of Autism as one piece of the client’s personality and not strictly a disability. I hope that my clients walk away with a greater appreciation and knowledge of themselves. I aim to identify crucial factors about the client which empower them to make choices that lead to a healthier life.

Dr. Madeline William Bio:

As a psychologist, I am most passionate about serving the neurodiverse community of Chicago. I work with people of all ages, from toddlerhood through adulthood to provide an enriching psychological testing and evaluation experience. My goal is to pinpoint your most needed areas of support and your unique capabilities and strengths. My approach is identity-affirming and designed to support parents and adults in advocating for needs, accommodations, and acceptance of differences. Through my clinical experience in the assessment of autism, I have learned about the variance in diagnostic presentation across the gender spectrum including non-binary people. I am also well-attuned with the experience of a parent who is working hard to seek answers for their child and to connect them to the best fit for care and treatment. I founded Adapt Psychological Services with the aspiration of creating a hub of care for neurodivergent individuals. We hope to use our resources and expertise to assist you in receiving the progress, insight, and meaning-making that you seek.