Evaluations

Autism Diagnosis in Connecticut

Thoughtful evaluations that bring clarity to your child’s needs

Understanding your child’s needs with care

When you have questions about your child’s development, behavior, communication, learning, or mental health, a diagnostic evaluation can provide clarity. CCSN offers autism diagnosis in Connecticut through a thorough one-day assessment designed to help families understand whether their child meets the criteria for autism spectrum disorder or another neurodevelopmental, behavioral, or mental health diagnosis.

An accurate diagnosis can open the door to appropriate treatment, therapy, school support, and covered services. Our diagnostic evaluations can also be shared with insurance providers when families are seeking coverage for their child’s treatments.

Clinical diagnostic evaluations are recommended for:

Early learners

Young children may benefit from an evaluation when parents notice differences in communication, play, behavior, social interaction, or developmental progress.

School-aged children and teens

Older children and teens may need diagnostic clarity when school demands, friendships, emotional regulation, independence, or behavior become more difficult to manage.

Families seeking answers

A diagnostic evaluation can help families understand whether autism or another diagnosis may explain their child’s strengths, challenges, and support needs.

Adults

A psychological evaluation can help adults better understand longstanding challenges, clarify a diagnosis, and identify practical supports for everyday life.

What happens during a diagnostic evaluation

CCSN’s autism evaluations in Connecticut give families straightforward answers to diagnostic questions, along with recommendations for treatment, therapy, school support, and next steps.

Developmental and medical history

Our team reviews developmental milestones, medical background, school history, and previous services to understand your child’s needs in a fuller context.

Direct clinical observation

Clinicians observe communication, behavior, social interaction, play, learning style, and regulation to better understand how your child responds in real situations.

Functional behavioral assessment

When behavior is a concern, assessment helps identify patterns, triggers, and needs so families can understand what the behavior may be communicating.

Cognitive and adaptive testing

Testing looks at thinking skills, daily living abilities, independence, and adaptive functioning to understand how your child manages everyday expectations.

Parent and caregiver interviews

We ask parents and caregivers to share important insights about home routines, concerns, strengths, development, and what they notice in daily life.

Treatment recommendations

Recommendations may include therapy, school support, speech-language services, occupational therapy, academic assessment, or referrals to other medical providers when appropriate.

Evaluations led by experienced clinical professionals

Families seeking an autism diagnosis in Connecticut deserve guidance from clinicians who understand autism, developmental differences, behavior, and treatment planning. CCSN’s diagnostic evaluations are completed by qualified professionals who use standardized tools, clinical observation, interviews, record review, and diagnostic best practices to form thoughtful recommendations.

CCSN’s team of Evaluators are comprised of doctoral-level psychologists with deep experience in assessing individuals and providing detailed and comprehensive recommendations following the establishment of any diagnosis.

Staff members also undergo continuous training and use current diagnostic techniques to provide accurate evaluations, thoughtful recommendations, and clear guidance for each family’s next step.

Frequently asked questions

How do I schedule a diagnostic evaluation?

CCSN has clinic locations in Farmington, Westbrook, and Glastonbury. Families can call 860-430-1762 to ask about services and availability at each location.

What are CCSN’s clinic hours?

CCSN’s ABA Clinic is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM.

What ages does CCSN serve?

CCSN serves toddlers, preschool children, school-aged children, teens, and adults, depending on the service and clinical need.

What happens during the intake process?

After insurance benefits are verified, caregivers attend an intake session to discuss their child’s needs, review the assessment process, and schedule any additional evaluation appointments if needed.

Does CCSN accept insurance?

CCSN accepts private pay and many commercial insurance plans, including Anthem, Aetna, Optum, United Healthcare, ConnectiCare, Oxford, Harvard Pilgrim, and Husky. Call 860-430-1762 to verify benefits.

How does CCSN protect my child’s health information?

CCSN adheres to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). That means your child’s health information, clinical records, and diagnostic reports are handled with strict privacy protections and are only shared when authorized or required for care coordination, billing, or legal compliance.

Is my family’s information shared with third parties?

CCSN does not share protected health information without written consent, except when needed for treatment coordination, insurance billing, or as required by law. This may include sharing relevant information with authorized providers, insurance companies, or care team members involved in your child’s services. CCSN does not sell family information to third-party marketers.

Get clearer answers about your child’s needs

Schedule an autism evaluation in CT to better understand your child’s development and what support may be right for your family.