Autism Online Assessment and Treatment
A structured, consultant-led diagnostic assessment for children and adults with traits or characteristics associated with autism, providing a comprehensive evaluation to support an accurate diagnosis and personalised recommendations.
Our Approach
Understanding Autism, Finding Clarity and Accessing the Right Support Across Ireland
For many people, Autism Spectrum Disorder is not recognised straight away. Difficulties with communication, social situations, sensory overload, routines, or emotional regulation may have been present for years, often explained away as anxiety, stress, burnout, or simply “how things have always been.”
At Mindful Space, we provide online autism assessment and treatment in Ireland for adults, children and families looking for clear answers and practical support. Our clinician-led pathway focuses on accurate diagnosis, detailed recommendations and personalised next steps, helping people move forward with greater understanding and confidence, without long waiting lists.
Social communication differences
Sensory sensitivities
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What is Autism?
Autism, also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person processes information, communicates, manages social interaction and responds to the world around them. Autism exists on a spectrum, which means no two people experience it in exactly the same way.
Some individuals may find social communication and change particularly difficult, while others may struggle more with sensory sensitivity, routines, emotional exhaustion or masking behaviours. For many adults, autism may not be identified until later in life, particularly when symptoms have been misunderstood or attributed to other mental health concerns.
Signs You May Need an Autism Assessment
Autism can look very different from one person to another, which is why many people do not realise their experiences may be linked to Autism Spectrum Disorder until much later. A formal autism assessment helps identify whether long-standing patterns fit recognised diagnostic criteria and what support may be most appropriate.
Some signs that may suggest an autism assessment could be helpful include:
- Difficulty understanding social cues or managing social interaction
- Sensory overwhelm with noise, light, textures, crowds, or routine environments
- Strong reliance on structure, predictability and familiar routines
- Feeling highly distressed by unexpected change or transitions
- Emotional shutdown, social fatigue or frequent burnout
- Masking behaviours or constantly adapting to fit social expectations
- Intense focus on specific interests or repetitive thought patterns
- Ongoing challenges in school, work, relationships or daily functioning
ASSESSMENT PROCESS
Our Autism Assessment Process
At Mindful Space, we follow a structured three-step autism assessment pathway designed to provide clinical clarity and meaningful support. Our online autism assessment process is evidence-based, thorough and focused on understanding how autism may affect everyday life, not simply completing a checklist.
Step 1
Initial Screening Consultation
Your first appointment is a 30–45 minute screening consultation where we explore the reasons you are seeking an autism assessment and the challenges you may be experiencing in daily life. This includes discussion around communication, routines, sensory sensitivity, emotional regulation and personal history.
You will also be guided through the required questionnaires and background forms, including developmental history, functional impact and supporting symptom information. If autism does not appear to be the most appropriate pathway at this stage, there is no obligation to proceed unnecessarily.
Step 2
Comprehensive Autism Assessment
The full autism assessment involves a detailed clinical interview that looks at developmental patterns from childhood through to adult life. This includes social communication, sensory processing, routines, relationships, emotional responses and the practical impact these experiences may have across education, work and home life.
Where clinically appropriate, structured diagnostic tools and standardised assessment methods may be used alongside your completed questionnaires and supporting information. This helps ensure the process follows recognised diagnostic standards and accurately evaluates whether DSM-5 criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder are met.
Step 3
Diagnostic Report and Personalised Support Plan
Following your assessment, you will receive a detailed written report outlining the findings, whether diagnostic criteria for autism have been met, and what practical recommendations may support you moving forward. The report is designed to provide clarity, not just a label.
This may include school or workplace support letters, therapy recommendations, family guidance, treatment planning and structured advice around next steps. The focus is on helping you understand how autism affects daily life and building realistic support around your individual needs.
Support
Autism Treatment and Ongoing Support
Autism support should reflect the individual rather than follow a fixed treatment model. After assessment, your clinician will help identify the most appropriate next steps based on your personal challenges, environment, routines and any co-existing mental health concerns.
Where clinically appropriate, your autism treatment pathway may include:
- Psychoeducation to improve understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Autism support therapy focused on emotional regulation and coping strategies
- Support for routines, sensory management and executive functioning
- Parent guidance for families supporting children with autism
School, college or workplace accommodation letters where appropriate - Follow-up psychiatric reviews for wider mental health support
- Support for overlapping ADHD, anxiety, depression or burnout
At Mindful Space, we take a whole-person approach to care. Autism often overlaps with ADHD and other mental health concerns, so support planning is designed to look beyond diagnosis alone and focus on what improves daily functioning most effectively.
TRANSPARENT PRICING
How Much Does an Autism Assessment Cost in Ireland?
Total Fee: €1,000
Autism assessment at Mindful Space starts from €80 for the initial screening consultation, with flexible payment options available through Klarna, where applicable. Final fees may vary depending on the assessment pathway, report requirements and the level of ongoing support needed, so please contact us for more information about autism assessment costs and payment options.
Step 1
Initial Screening Consultation
30–45 minutes
€80
Payable at booking. This is all you need to get started.
- Listen to your concerns & goals
- Explore social & emotional difficulties
- Determine if full assessment is appropriate
- Explain the full assessment process
- Guide you through screening questionnaires
Step 2 + 3
Full Assessment Pathway
If you decide to proceed after screening
€920
Remaining balance. This covers everything you need:
- Comprehensive Autism assessment
- Detailed diagnostic report
- Treatment planning
- Support letters where indicated
- Prescription discussion if clinically appropriate
If Autism is clearly ruled out at Step 1, there is no obligation to proceed and you will not be charged for Steps 2 or 3.
The €920 remaining balance can be paid via Klarna — spread the cost without paying upfront.
€306.67
per month × 3 via Klarna
Why Mindful Space
Why Choose Mindful Space for Your Autism Assessment in Ireland?
Choosing the right autism clinic in Ireland is not only about receiving a diagnosis. The process should feel clear, clinically thorough and genuinely supportive, helping you understand both the diagnosis itself and the practical next steps that follow.
Some of the reasons people choose Mindful Space for autism assessment include:
Specialist ADHD & Autism Focus
Dedicated assessments tailored to neurodevelopmental conditions across all age groups.
Structured, Consultant-led Care
Every assessment follows a clear process guided by experienced clinicians.
Fully Online Across Ireland
Access professional mental health assessments securely from anywhere in Ireland.
Lived Experience
Our founder lives with ADHD — she truly understands the challenges you face.
Clear Reports
Comprehensive reports designed to support schools, workplaces, GPs, and ongoing care.
Fast Turnaround
Receive timely appointments, outcomes, and reports without years-long waiting lists.
Medication Options
Medication options explored as part of the assessment, and prescriptions provided where clinically indicated—without requiring a separate appointment fee.
Our Experts
Meet Our Team
Our consultant-led team brings years of specialist experience in ADHD & Autism assessment and treatment.
Dr Javeria Gauhar
Founder & Clinical Lead
Psychiatry Registrar, MRCPsych-A (UK)
Dr Javeria Gauhar is the Founder and Clinical Director of Mindful Space. As a Psychiatry Registrar registered with the Irish Medical Council (IMC: 524927), she brings extensive experience across emergency psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, CAMHS, addiction psychiatry and ADHD-focused assessment and support.
Dr Jasimah Jamir
Clinical Director & Consultant Psychiatrist
MB BCh BAO, MRCPsych, CPsychI, CSCST
Consultant Psychiatrist with over 14 years’ experience in General Adult and Liaison Psychiatry.
Provides clinical leadership and consultant oversight at Mindful Space, supporting high standards in diagnostic assessment, prescribing safety, treatment planning, and multidisciplinary care.
Dr Basil Al-Numan
Psychiatry Registrar
Certificate in Youth Psychiatry, Orygen Australia
Psychiatry Registrar with experience across adult, youth, liaison, rehabilitation, and old age psychiatry in Ireland.
Completed Basic Specialist Training with the College of Psychiatrists of Ireland, with a clinical focus on ADHD assessments, developmental psychiatry, psychopharmacology, and youth mental health.”
Dr Ciarán Coyle
Consultant Clinical Psychologist
D.Psych.Sc., C.Psychol., Ps.S.I.
Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience across mental health, neurodevelopmental, and forensic services.
Specialises in ADHD, Autism, cognitive assessment, medico-legal work, and complex psychological presentations, providing evidence-based and compassionate care for children, adolescents, and adults.”
Professional Registrations & Accreditations
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does an autism assessment take in Ireland?
The full timeline can vary depending on appointment availability, completion of questionnaires and the level of assessment required. After the initial screening consultation, your clinician will explain the next steps and expected timeframe for completing your autism diagnosis.
What happens if I am not diagnosed with autism?
If autism is not identified during the assessment, your clinician will still review the findings with you and discuss what may be contributing to your symptoms. This may include ADHD, anxiety, burnout, sensory difficulties or other mental health concerns that may need support.
Can I use my autism assessment report for workplace or university support?
Yes, where clinically appropriate, your diagnostic report may help support workplace adjustments, university accommodations or education planning. Additional support letters can also be discussed depending on your individual needs and circumstances.
Is an autism assessment suitable if I have always managed well day to day?
Yes, many people seek assessment later in life, even if they have managed work, education or relationships successfully. Long-term masking, exhaustion, or repeated difficulties in certain areas can still make assessment valuable for understanding underlying patterns.
Can parents book an autism assessment for their child online?
Yes, parents can arrange an online autism assessment for children where concerns around communication, routines, sensory sensitivity or emotional regulation need further clinical review. The process helps clarify whether further diagnostic support is appropriate.
Book Your Autism Assessment Online
If ongoing challenges with communication, sensory overwhelm, routines, emotional regulation, or social interaction have been affecting daily life, a formal autism assessment can provide important clarity. Mindful Space offers online autism assessment and treatment across Ireland with clinician-led support, flexible payment options and a structured pathway designed to help you take the next step with confidence.