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Edited and reviewed:
November 4, 2026
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Therapy | Assessments | Coaching
LICENSED PSYCHOLOGIST
Autism Assessment for Adults and Teens in Nashville
Autism assessments for adults and teens 12+ in Nashville, including late-diagnosed and high-masking adults, done by telehealth with Dr. Kiesa Kelly.
You've masked so long you're not sure what's you
IS AN AUTISM ASSESSMENT RIGHT FOR YOU?
What the assessment gives you
An autism assessment for adults and teens 12 to 17, completed by Dr. Kelly herself
A neurodiversity-affirming process built for people who've learned to mask
A combined autism and ADHD assessment if you're wondering about both
Licensed Providers
Telehealth Nationwide*
Neuro-affirming
Private & Secure
HOW THE ASSESSMENT WORKS
What an adult autism assessment involves
An autism assessment is a structured evaluation that tells you whether autism explains your experience, and what support could help. Dr. Kiesa Kelly, a licensed psychologist, completes every autism assessment herself, entirely by secure telehealth.
It starts with questionnaires in our app and a clinical interview about your overall mental health. Next is a structured diagnostic interview built around the MIGDAS-2. The process is neurodiversity-affirming: the aim is to understand how your mind works, including traits you may have learned to hide, rather than to rate you against a stereotype. A feedback session then covers your results, what they mean for daily life, and next steps.
KEY STATISTICS ABOUT AUTISM IN ADULTS
2.21%
of U.S. adults are estimated to have autism (2017 data)
Source:
1 in 29
Tennessee children identified with autism, up from 1 in 68 in 2014
Source:
5 yrs
College Board's limit on the age of autism academic testing
Source:
WHAT TO EXPECT
A clear path from first call to answers
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Free 15-minute consult.
A phone call about what you're noticing, your questions and what fits your budget.
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Your results and next steps; any documents you order follow within 5 business days.
Screeners in our app, a clinical interview, then the MIGDAS-2, all by telehealth.
Questionnaires and interviews.
Feedback session.
Payment options
As a specialty practice, we're out-of-network so we can offer the most effective, customized services.
Our payment options are transparent and flexible:
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Self-Pay: All major credit cards; FSA/HSA eligible
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Payment Plans: 6-months interest-free for approved clients via CareCredit
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Superbills Provided
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Out-of-Network: Up to 90% reimbursement for qualifying plans
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
Your assessment, completed by Dr. Kiesa Kelly
Dr. Kiesa Kelly, PhD, a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in ADHD and autism, completes your evaluation herself, entirely by secure telehealth, including high-masking and late-identified presentations. She sees clients across Tennessee and in other PSYPACT states (the 42 states and DC that authorize psychologists to see clients by telehealth across state lines).
Dr. Kiesa Kelly (she/her)
Owner & Psychologist
Ryan Burns (he/him)
Practice Director
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE SCIENCEWORKS
Affirming, psychologist-led, priced up front
Dr. Kelly completes every autism assessment herself, drawing on more than 20 years of experience with psychological assessment.
Starting prices are posted: $1,099 for adults and $1,299 for teens, or $1,499 and $1,599 to assess autism and ADHD together.
We have immediate availability. Consultations can be scheduled right away, and most people start within a week.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about autism assessment
Can adults be diagnosed with autism?
Yes. Many autistic adults weren't identified as children, especially people who learned to mask their traits. Dr. Kelly assesses adults of any age, using validated questionnaires and structured interviews, and the process is built to recognize traits you may have learned to hide.
Can I do an autism assessment in person in Nashville?
No. Every assessment is done by secure telehealth while you're in Tennessee, so you can take part from home. Our Nashville office is used for therapy, not assessments. The first step either way is a free 15-minute phone consult.
How much does an autism assessment cost?
An adult autism assessment starts at $1,099 and a teen assessment at $1,299. Assessing autism and ADHD together starts at $1,499 for adults and $1,599 for teens. Documentation is optional and priced separately. We're out of network and provide superbills.
*Therapy and assessments available in the following states (coaching available worldwide):
Work with us locally:
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2603 Elm Hill Pike, Suite C
Nashville, TN 37214
Disclaimer: This page provides general educational information and is not a substitute for mental health diagnosis or treatment. Reading this page does not create a therapist–client relationship with ScienceWorks Behavioral Healthcare. If you are in crisis or may be at risk of harm to yourself or others, call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or call/text 988 (U.S.). Additional emergency support can be found here: Emergency Resources.