Neurodivergent Affirming Autism Testing
in Northern Virginia
With Expand Psychology Clinical Team
We’ve been completing psychological testing and assessment for over 21 years because people deserve clarity and a path towards actionable change.
Do you or your child feel misunderstood or mislabeled? Why do I feel like I’ve spent my whole life masking who I am? Why do social situations feel exhausting even though I yearn for connection? What if I’ve always felt different but didn’t know why?
Many of our clients come in after years of confusion, misdiagnosis, incorrect intervention, or partial answers that do not fully explain their experiences, symptoms or struggles.
You might feel like there’s always been a mismatch between you and others or you’ve had to work hard to hide your struggles, without knowing why.
Our neurodivergent affirming team works to help you understand your neurotype in an affirming and empowering way.
We know not everyone is looking for a label. Our goal is not to label but to provide understanding.
Clients Come To Us With:
High masking presentations
Pediatrician or school referrals for neurodivergent affirming care
Workplace concerns
Understanding autism in adulthood
Feeling their brain works “differently”
A wish for clarity
Previous diagnosis, but a need for new accommodations at work or school
These patterns deserve more than a surface-level evaluation. They deserve a full, accurate picture that affirms your strengths and identity.
How Autism Testing With Us Works
Our autism assessments are comprehensive, structured, and neurodivergent affirming. We take time to understand your full profile, not just a checklist of diagnostic criteria.
We are not constrained by insurance limitations, which allows us to fully explore what is clinically relevant and meaningful to your story. We walk alongside you to guide the assessment.
Gold standard tools we use:
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Structured observational assessment used as a core diagnostic tool
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Gathers your lived experience and history
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Understands early patterns and milestones
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Understand your brain’s verbal and non-verbal skills, problem solving abilities, and processing speed
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We thoughtfully consider your experiences at home, school, and work – we know each setting presents unique strengths and challenges
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Every case led by your expert clinician with access to a team of consultants for added confidence in accurate results and nuanced interpretations.
We are able to adjust pacing and testing based on sensory needs and neurodivergent differences so the process feels manageable and affirming.
When Life Makes Sense
Once you understand your strengths and struggles, you can work towards building the value aligned life you have been looking for.
After Autism Testing, Clients Report:
Clarity around identity
Understanding strengths
Understanding challenges
Reduced self-blame
Validation of experience
Clear next steps
Access to accommodations
Connection to any needed community resources and supports
About Our Practice
We are a group of specialists focused on assessment and diagnostic clarity. Serving the community for over 21 years, we are one of Virginia’s most established testing teams.
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![Kyla Aimone, Ph.D.]()
Kyla Aimone, Ph.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
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![Kirimi Fuller, Psy.D.]()
Kirimi Fuller, Psy.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
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![Hannah Poole]()
Hannah Poole
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Availability: We work with adults and children in person in Northern Virginia.
3 Steps
To Get Started
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Reach out through the form and we will guide you through next steps.
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We complete a detailed clinical interview and map out your evaluation plan.
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Testing takes place over two mornings, followed by scoring, team review, and your final report.