Adult Autism Assessment in Michigan
Get Clarity. Gain Insight. Chart a Better Path Forward.
Autism doesn’t always look how others expect it to. Many adults go years (sometimes decades) without understanding why they feel different. A professional autism assessment can give you the clarity you’ve been seeking.
Why Get an Autism Assessment?
In short: Because life shouldn’t feel this confusing.
Maybe you’ve been wondering if you might be autistic for a while. You’ve read, researched, and related to other autistic experiences—but something is still missing: professional insight.
Autism shows up differently in adults than it does in children.
It’s often:
- Masked
- Misunderstood
- Minimized
Without a formal assessment, it’s hard to know what’s truly going on.
If you’re feeling exhausted by social expectations, drained from masking, or just want to understand your brain more clearly, you’re in the right place.
This assessment is not about labels.
It’s about self-understanding, healing, and building a life that actually works for you.
An Autism Assessment Can Genuinely Help
Experience clarity and newfound direction
When my clients finally see their experiences reflected in a professional assessment, something shifts. There’s relief, validation, and a new language for understanding themselves.
An autism assessment can help you stop second-guessing, reduce the pressure to mask, and gain insight into how your brain works. After helping dozens of adults navigate this process, I can help you make sense of it all with clarity, care, and respect.
Comprehensive Evaluations for Autism
Available in Three States: Michigan, California, and Colorado
I have gained a sense of empowerment to be my authentic self and to be curious in discovering who that really is. I get tools from Jesse that help me practice approaching situations differently and in a way that helps me learn and cope.
Former Client
Treating Autism Full-Time for Over Eight Years
15,000+
Hours of Clinical Experience
Four
States Served
CA, CO, MI, and WI
250+
Hours of Advanced Training
Countless
Impact on clients’ lives
What Can You Expect During an Autism Assessment?
A respectful, collaborative process designed to give you clarity
Your assessment is tailored to your lived experience. We explore how autism may uniquely show up in your thoughts, behaviors, and environment.
We take a curious and compassionate look at your current habits, sensitivities, and regulation strategies to better understand your nervous system.
Gain insight into how you process and express emotion. This includes common experiences among those who have autism, such as shutdowns, meltdowns, or difficulty identifying feelings.
Explore how you navigate relationships, pick up (or miss) social cues, and experience connection. All without judgment or pressure to change.
Learn how autism works on a neurological level and how it may explain lifelong patterns you’ve struggled to put into words.
Walk away with a clear picture of your strengths, challenges, and needs. Plus get a written report that puts it all together in one place.
You’ll receive tailored suggestions for future support, including therapy, coaching, accommodations, or community resources if desired.
WHO IS JESSE?
An Autism Therapist for You
Jesse Kauffman
Autism Therapist and Owner of Atelier Therapy
I’m Jesse Kauffman, a licensed psychotherapist specializing in Autism and ADHD. I believe in intuition and cherish the divergent path.
Due to my specialized training and years of experience, I’m highly qualified to help you work with autism. Maybe you’re seeking better relationships, more personal peace, or are simply tired of feeling misunderstood and masking.
Autistics do not need a cure, they deserve compassion and acceptance. YOU deserve compassion and acceptance.
Autism is only a difference in thinking and functioning. It does not make you “less than” anyone else. Autism is a valuable addition to society’s diversity.
The world is much better with you in it.
Different, not less.
― Dr. Temple Grandin
Why Choose Atelier Therapy?
Expertise
You’ll benefit from working with a therapist who “gets” autism. I’m highly trained to work with autistic adults, and know that autism has infinite unique expressions.
Bravery
Choose Atelier Therapy because you’re ready to live a fuller life. You’re brave enough to do the work of getting better. That’s the kind of work that pays off.
Strength
Autism treatment is my strength. During our time together, we’ll identify and enhance your strengths, too. They’re waiting to be tapped into.
Accountability
I’m truly here for my clients. When you choose Atelier Therapy for support, you’ll get accountability in making positive changes that last.
Partnership
Living with autism in our current world is not easy. With me, you get an understanding partner for your journey.
Flexibility
I offer in-person and online autism therapy appointments. I serve clients in CA, CO, MI, and WI with my Ann Arbor, MI office as a home base.
How to Get Clarity with An Autism Assessment
01
Schedule Consultation
You start off by requesting a free consultation. Click the button below and choose a convenient time that works for you. We can meet over the phone or by video.
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Meet Jesse
During your free consultation, we’ll have a relaxed, nonjudgmental conversation about what you hope to get out of our work together. I will tell you about my approach and we’ll talk about starting regular sessions.
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Attend Your Assessment
If we decide to work together, you’ll join me at the scheduled time for your assessment. This is where the best foundation for making progress and starting to feel better.
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Get Insight and Support
By now, you have clarity and insights into how your brain works, as well as if your experience is autism or something else. From here, we can discuss next steps, including regular therapy sessions.
Cost of Autism Assessments
Autism Informal Assessment
$750 flat fee
- 1-hour clinical interview
- Autism-specific assessment tools
- Summary letter for personal use
Ideal for those who have self-identified and want professional insight
Autism and ADHD Formal Assessment
$2,000 flat fee
- 1.5 to 2-hour clinical interview
- Combined autism and ADHD assessment tools
- Full written diagnostic report with results and tailored recommendations
Ideal for those seeking clarity, a formal diagnosis, and professional documentation for future support or accommodations.
Note: I am licensed to provide assessments in California, Colorado, and Michigan. I cannot currently assess clients in Wisconsin.
Autism Assessment FAQs
Therapists use a combination of clinical interviews, standardized assessment tools, and a review of your developmental and personal history. The goal is to understand patterns in how you process information, relate to others, and experience the world. At my practice, this process is collaborative, respectful, and tailored to how autism may uniquely show up in your life.
To receive an official autism diagnosis, you’ll need to complete a structured assessment with a qualified provider. This includes an in-depth interview, autism-specific testing tools, and a written diagnostic report. I offer both informal and formal adult autism assessments to meet your needs. So whether you’re seeking personal clarity (informal) or documentation for work or school accommodations (formal), I’ve got you covered.
There’s no single indicator, but common signs in adults include difficulty with social interactions, sensory sensitivities, rigid routines, or intense interests. Many autistic adults also describe lifelong feelings of being “different” or misunderstood. If several of these resonate, an assessment can help bring clarity and direction. I invite you to reach out today – brighter times can be ahead with the right support.
Autism and ADHD often overlap, but they’re distinct conditions. If you relate to both, you’re not alone. Many people experience both (sometimes called AuDHD). My formal assessment includes tools for both ADHD and autism to help clarify what’s going on. If you’re asking this question, now is a good time to explore it further with a trained professional.
A full assessment includes a 1.5 to 2-hour interview, autism-specific testing tools, and a comprehensive written report. We explore your communication style, sensory experiences, routines, and emotional processing to understand how autism may be showing up in your life. You’ll walk away with answers, insight, and recommendations for what to do next.
The informal assessment is a 1-hour session designed for personal clarity. It includes screening tools and a summary letter but isn’t meant for official documentation. The formal assessment includes a longer interview, autism and ADHD tools, and a detailed diagnostic report you can use for accommodations or share with providers.
Yes. Many adults aren’t diagnosed until later in life—often because their symptoms were missed, masked, or misunderstood. A diagnosis can be incredibly validating and useful, offering a framework to better understand yourself and get the support you need.
You’ll receive your results within a few days. This will come as either a summary letter (informal) or a full report (formal). Included in the formal assessment is a follow-up appointment where I share the results with you and we review the report together to ensure it truly reflects your lived experience. I also include personalized recommendations for next steps, which may include therapy, coaching, or accommodations.
No. Because I don’t accept insurance, your results stay private unless you choose to share them. This means you maintain full control over how and when you disclose your diagnosis.
Contact me today to request your assessment. I offer online assessments in California, Colorado, and Michigan. I look forward to meeting and supporting you through the assessment process.
The Life-Changing Benefits of Getting An Assessment for Autism
Before
- Struggling to connect socially and unsure how to improve
- Overwhelmed by noise, routines, and everyday expectations
- Frustrated by unmet goals and constant self-criticism
- Unsure why relationships feel strained or confusing
After
- Building social confidence with clear, practical strategies
- Managing sensory needs and reducing day-to-day stress
- Reaching goals with structure, insight, and support
- Improving connection through deeper self-understanding