Autism Evaluation & Diagnosis

A Simpler Path to Autism Diagnosis & Services

Helping Hands Family is partnering with EarliPoint Health to make the autism evaluation process easier and more accessible and to help families connect with the support their child may need once they are diagnosed. If you have noticed developmental differences or have been told to wait and see, we can help you determine whether an evaluation is the right next step for your child.

In partnership with

16 mos–7 yrs

Children We Evaluate

~15 min

Length of EarliPoint Evaluation

FDA

FDA Cleared Device

Supporting You Through Next Steps

Getting Started With An Evaluation

We make it easier to take the first step, with a clear path from your initial call through the appointment.

From Diagnosis To ABA Therapy

If ABA therapy is the right next step for your child, we’re here to help guide you through your options. And because we provide ABA therapy, families can move from receiving evaluation results to exploring care with one team.

Support When You Need It

Together, we’re here to help you understand your options and find the right path forward for your family. If you have questions about evaluation results, insurance, or what to ask the diagnosing clinician, we can assist.

For Children 16 Months to 7 Years Old

Our Diagnostic Partner

What is

EarliPoint?

The EarliPoint Evaluation is an FDA-cleared tool that helps clinicians diagnose and assess autism in young children. Your child sits comfortably and watches short video scenes of other children playing while the device measures where they look, many times per second.

Those measurements are compared against age-expected patterns to show whether a child is missing key moments of social learning. The result is objective data a clinician uses alongside caregiver interviews and developmental history.

Important

EarliPoint does not make the diagnosis. It gives the clinician objective measurements. A qualified provider reviews the results with you and makes the diagnostic determination.

Objective, Not Subjective

Eye-tracking captures looking behavior that is reliable to measure and difficult to mask.

Short And Non-Invasive

The average evaluation takes about 15 minutes, making it a short and comfortable experience.

Built For Young Children

No instructions, no verbal demands — just watching videos. Designed to support even the youngest children being evaluated.

How It Works

From first call to

next steps.

One intake team walks you through the whole process, so you are never handed off to a stranger or left to chase paperwork.

Reach Out

Call 484-965-9966. We listen to what you are seeing, answer questions, and explain what an evaluation involves. No commitment at this stage.

Insurance & Scheduling

We verify your benefits before you commit to anything, then find an appointment that works around your family’s schedule.

The Evaluation

Your child watches short videos while EarliPoint measures visual attention patterns. (~15 min)

Results & Next Steps

You review the findings and written report with a clinician and leave with clear recommendations, including a recommendation for ABA therapy if deemed appropriate.

Screening vs. Diagnosis

Know which step

you’re on.

Not sure which step comes next? Start with the description that best reflects where your family is today. The first two options are screenings that can flag developmental concerns but do not provide a diagnosis. The EarliPoint Evaluation gives a qualified clinician objective information to consider as part of a broader autism evaluation and diagnostic decision.

M-CHAT-R

16–30 Months

A 20-question checklist that a parent completes about their toddler’s behavior. It is free, takes a few minutes, and identifies children who may benefit from a full autism evaluation.

Developmental Screening

9, 18, 30 Months

Routine screenings at your pediatrician to assess language, movement, behavior, thinking, and emotion. If your child’s screening raises questions about development, your pediatrician may recommend a more complete autism evaluation.

EarliPoint Evaluation

16 Mos–7 Yrs

A clinician-led autism evaluation through EarliPoint Health. Your child watches brief video scenes while the system captures objective eye-tracking data that a qualified provider uses alongside developmental history and other information to make a diagnostic determination.

Why It Matters

A diagnosis

opens doors.

Autism can often be identified by 16 to 24 months, but the average child is not diagnosed until close to age four. Early detection can give families more time to understand their child’s needs and explore early intervention, therapy, school-based support, and other options that may be appropriate for their child.

If you are still wondering whether the differences you are seeing may be early signs of autism, learn more about the early signs of autism.

We Check Your Coverage First

Before anything is scheduled, our intake team verifies your benefits and tells you what to expect. We are in-network with most major plans across the states we serve, including Medicaid.

FAQ

Questions about

autism evaluations

Where can I get my child evaluated for autism?

If you are looking for ASD testing for kids, start by calling 484-965-9966 to speak with our intake team. We will listen to what you are seeing, answer initial questions, and explain whether the EarliPoint evaluation process may fit your child’s age and situation. If it does, we will help you understand the next steps for insurance, scheduling, and the evaluation itself.

Where can I get my child tested for autism?

Helping Hands Family is partnering with EarliPoint Health to help families access autism evaluation services for children ages 16 months to 7 years old. Contact our intake team to discuss your child, review availability in your area, and learn whether this evaluation pathway may be a fit for your family.

Do I need a referral from my pediatrician?

Our intake team can explain whether a referral is needed based on your child’s situation and insurance coverage. Requirements can vary by health plan and location.

What happens during the evaluation, and how long does it take?

During the viewing portion of the evaluation, your child watches short video scenes while EarliPoint measures where they look. The viewing session takes about 15 minutes, and a clinician also reviews your child’s developmental history with you. We will explain the full process and what to expect before your appointment.

Who performs the evaluation, and is it a real diagnosis?

A qualified clinician performs the evaluation and makes the diagnostic determination. EarliPoint is not an autism diagnosis test that results in a diagnosis. It just provides objective measurements that the clinician reviews alongside your child’s developmental history and other relevant information. The clinician will review the findings and the written report with your family

Am I obligated to start ABA therapy with you if we do the evaluation?

No, completing an evaluation does not obligate your family to begin ABA therapy with Helping Hands Family. If ABA therapy is recommended and feels like the right next step, we can help you understand your options. Your family can take the time you need to decide what support is right for your child.

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