Autism is a complex spectrum condition, and it affects people in different ways. Like everyone, autistic people have a wide variety of strengths and weaknesses.  At Mayfair Therapy Group we are able to assess and diagnose (if required) autism spectrum conditions, and to find the best way to help and support our autistic clients, and their families, to enjoy life.

Social and communication challenges

Autistic people may experience difficulties with ‘reading’ both verbal and non-verbal language, such as gestures or different tones of voice. Some severely autistic people are unable to speak at all, or they have limited speech, yet other autistic people have very good language skills, although they may struggle to understand sarcasm or tone of voice. Other challenges may include:

• taking things very literally and not understanding abstract concepts
• needing time to process information or answer questions
• repeating what others say to them – echolalia

Social interaction

Some autistic people experience difficulty in ‘reading’ other people, not always recognising or understanding others’ feelings and intentions, but also in expressing their own emotions. This can make it very challenging to navigate the social world. Autistic people may:

• appear to be insensitive
• seek out time alone when overloaded by other people
• not seek comfort from other people
• appear to behave ‘strangely’ or in a way thought to be socially inappropriate
• find it hard to form friendships.

A pre-assessment test can be taken to enable us to make an informed decision as to whether this assessment and/or diagnosis may be of benefit. Please email [email protected] for further information.