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Services
Diagnostic Evaluations
Parent Support
Mental Health
Psychologists
Conditions Supported
Autism
ADHD
Learning Differences
Mental Health Conditions
Behavioral Disorders
Social-Emotional Issues and Disorders
Anxiety
Depression
IQ Testing
ADD
Giftedness
Care Settings
In-home
Virtual
Age Ranges Served
0-99
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Leadership
Sherira Fernandes, PhD NCSP
Founding Story
Education and Training
PhD, University of Washington
Languages
English
Spanish
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Get in Contact
484-535-4441
drfernandes@fernandespsych.com
Frequently Asked Questions
A formal ASD diagnosis, or a medical diagnosis, helps you get the support your family needs, especially within the context of accessing medically necessary therapies and services.
Insurance Coverage for Therapies: Medically necessary therapies for ASD are often covered by insurance including, but not limited to, speech therapy, ABA therapy, and occupational therapy.
Financial Support: A diagnosis is required when applying for social security or disability benefits.
Plan for Care: A diagnosis helps identify your child’s support needs. For example, your child might need to develop social communication and self-regulation skills.
Future Research: The more data we gather through evaluations, the more we can improve services for autistic children and adults.
1 in 36 children is diagnosed with autism according to the latest reports.
Here are some reasons why:
Medical professionals understand autism better. More doctors are trained to test for autism and other developmental and language delays.
The definition of autism has evolved in recent years which means that an autism diagnosis covers more conditions to help more people get the services they need.
Yes, but there is room for improvement. We don’t have a single, perfect diagnostic tool for autism and there are a lot of factors that contribute to an accurate diagnosis. There are a few “gold standards” that are used for diagnosis.
The simple answer is: whenever you’re ready. You are your child’s greatest advocate and protector. It’s okay if you don’t have all the answers, or aren’t able to perfectly explain everything. You can still educate those around you about your child’s autism when you have the energy to do so. Check out our complete guide for examples and tips.
Teach and practice calming strategies with your child. Helping your child learn how to manage their emotions and reactions is very important. Teach your child different ways they can calm down and relax, such as:
Deep breathing, counting to 10, using sensory toys (like squishy balls or putty), going for a walk, listening to music
Build "relaxation time" into their normal routines and schedules
Practice these when your child is happy and calm so that later, when they’re highly stressed, they can access these skills
A mental health professional (such as a pediatric psychologist) can help concerns around anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, ADHD, behavioral challenges, OCD, grief/loss.
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