Struggling to make sense of your symptoms? Our ASD and ADHD assessments decode the overlap, offering clear insights and customized strategies for a more balanced and successful life. Gain understanding to find tools and strategies that help you manage your challenges and leverage your strengths.
Research indicates that 30-50% of individuals with ASD also exhibit ADHD symptoms. Conversely, 20-50% of those with ADHD may show traits of ASD. This significant overlap underscores the need for comprehensive assessments to diagnose and address both conditions accurately. Gain clarity and personalized strategies to support children, teens, and adults, ensuring a better quality of life at every stage.
PhD, C.Psyc
Dr. Murphy is a registered psychologist, practicing in clinical psychology, neuropsychology and rehabilitation psychology, working with adults and seniors. She earned her doctorate from Western University and completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the Rotman Research Institute. Currently, she is the Director of Service Development and Research at Springboard Clinic, an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto, and a member of the CADDRA Research Committee. Dr. Murphy has extensive clinical and research experience in cognitive assessment and intervention. She is passionate about translating evidence-based research into clinical practice to benefit her clients: “Effective care requires understanding a person’s needs in the context of their lived experience. Whether providing assessment or treatment, my goal is to help clients feel that the expertise they have in their own lives is recognized, respected and considered at every step in the process.”
MEd, C.Psych.Assoc.
A member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario and part of the Springboard team since 2011, Tara helps children, adolescents and adults with focusing issues, as well as a wide range of mental health, emotional, behavioural and learning challenges: “I take a multidisciplinary approach to assessing our clients’ needs and integrating coaching with psychotherapy to help them develop their natural strengths.”
PhD
A member of the College of Psychologists with over 30 years’ experience of clinical practice in neuropsychology and school psychology, Dr. Currie conducts assessments and provides intervention services to children, adolescents and adults experiencing challenges relating to mental health, attentional, emotional, behavioural or learning concerns. She has particular interest in the diagnoses and treatment of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities (LD) and associated difficulties. At Springboard, Dr. Currie shares her insights within a multidisciplinary team and develops strengths-based plans to help clients move forward in their journey: “I’m passionate about using my expertise in evaluation and analysis/synthesis to develop meaningful interventions and recommendations that help people achieve their goals and lead their best lives.”
PsyD
Dr. Alessia Lista conducts psychological assessments with individuals of all ages. She completed her doctoral training at Adler University and is currently pursuing registration with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She is passionate about supporting those with ADHD and has extensive experience working with individuals of all ages with emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs. Dr. Lista’s approach with her clients is open, warm, and non-judgmental. She uses a number of evidence-based interventions that are flexible and tailored to her clients’ individual needs: “My goal is to help my clients better understand themselves, navigate challenges, and strive towards change.”
MEd, MD, FRCPC
Dr. Richards-Bentley is the lead physician at Springboard Clinic and is recognized as an expert in ADHD as part of the ADHD Specialty E-Consultation group within OTN Hub. He has published on the topic of ADHD in physician patients and continues to supervise resident physician education with the University of Toronto Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Richards-Bentley has completed graduate work in Education and has taught Cognitive Behaviour Therapy training in Ethiopia as part of the Toronto Addis Ababa Psychiatry Project. He has delivered lectures on ADHD presentations in Emergency Psychiatry, transitional youth, gifted/high-functioning patients, and those with other neurodivergence. He is interested in global health and the treatment of ADHD and its associated difficulties, such as anxiety and mood disorders: “We help clients build a narrative of understanding themselves – their struggles, their strengths and their sources of resilience to help them become closer to who they want to be. In my work, I help to unpack sometimes conflicting identities to help them move forward.”
Autism assessments may be helpful for kids, teens, or adults who have trouble with social cues and communication, emotional awareness or expression, rigid or repetitive actions, sensory sensitivities, and have a history of developmental delays. This can include children who are not meeting developmental milestones on time, having trouble fitting in socially, or adults who suspect they may be on the autism spectrum but were never diagnosed.
There are many reasons why a child, teen or adult may not be diagnosed with ASD after going through a comprehensive assessment, but our clinical team will still provide customized treatment recommendations that address your reasons for wanting an assessment in the first place. Our team will provide you with support, tailored suggestions, and resources that will keep you moving along you or your child moving along your journey towards learning how to thrive.
