Autism and ADHD testing in Fort Worth that sees the whole person.
For more than 20 years, families have come to Fair Winds for careful, unhurried evaluations and caring counseling. From 12 months to adulthood, we take the time to understand, then help you chart what comes next.
- Ages 12 months through adult
- Telehealth across Texas
- Reports of 20–75 pages
- Insurance accepted for counseling
Not sure where to begin?
Call and tell us what you're noticing. We'll help you find the right next step.
817-735-4165, press 1Where are you starting from?
I'm concerned about my child
Speech, play, focus, learning or behavior. Start with what you're seeing and we'll help you choose.
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I'm an adult with questions
Many adults are evaluated for ADHD or autism for the first time. It is never too late for answers.
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I'm looking for counseling
Individual, couples and family counseling, in our office or by secure video across Texas.
Start hereAssessments, each designed for the question you're asking
Each assessment is matched to age and to what you're noticing, so the answers you get are accurate and useful.
Autism
A thorough, play-based autism evaluation in Fort Worth for ages 12 months through adulthood, with a detailed written report and a feedback session.
See what's included in the Autism assessmentAge 24 months through adulthoodADHD
ADHD testing in Fort Worth from 24 months through adulthood, with input from home and school, look-alike conditions ruled out, and a detailed report.
See what's included in the ADHD assessmentAge 6 through adulthoodLearning disorders
Evaluations for dyslexia and other learning disorders in reading, writing and math, with achievement testing and practical recommendations for school.
See what's included in the Learning disorders assessmentToddlers through adulthoodLanguage disorders
Evaluations of how children and adults understand and use language, with attention to related autism, ADHD and learning concerns.
See what's included in the Language disorders assessmentAdolescents and adultsFocused diagnostic testing
Focused diagnostic testing in Fort Worth for anxiety, depression or personality disorders, using one or a few targeted tests instead of a full battery.
See what's included in the Focused diagnostic testing assessmentTeens and adultsCareer & vocational
Career and vocational testing for teens and adults that maps interests, aptitudes and work style to realistic next steps.
See what's included in the Career & vocational assessmentTwo paths to answers
Your provider recommends a path after the diagnostic interview. If a focused test can answer your question, you won't be asked to complete a full battery.
Full battery
For autism, ADHD, learning, language and developmental questions, or when several concerns overlap.
- A detailed history and forms from home, school and others
- 2 to 6 testing sessions of about 2 hours each
- Look-alike and co-occurring conditions ruled in or out
- A comprehensive report, usually 20 to 75 pages, and a feedback session
Focused diagnostic testing
For a narrower question, such as anxiety, depression or a personality disorder, when one test or a few can answer it.
- A diagnostic interview to define the question
- One or a few targeted measures
- Generally shorter, less intensive and less expensive
- A written summary with treatment recommendations
How deep a full battery goes
A brief screening can tell you whether a closer look is a good idea. A full battery is that closer look. It's one of two testing paths at Fair Winds, and it's the one used for autism, ADHD, learning and developmental questions.
Read what to expect- 1
A conversation about what you're noticing
Where every evaluation, and every quick screening, begins.
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A detailed developmental, medical and family history
From early milestones to today, so patterns are seen over time.
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Forms from home, school and other observers
Parents or guardians, teachers and others each add their view.
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2 to 6 direct testing sessions, about 2 hours each
Activities chosen for each age group, from 12 months to adult.
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Ruling out co-occurring and look-alike conditions
Anxiety, mood, language, learning and attention are all considered.
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About 9 hours of scoring, analysis and writing
Your provider pulls every result into one clear picture.
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A comprehensive report, explained in person
Usually 20 to 75 pages, depending on the complexity and the information needed.
Exact steps depend on age and the questions being asked. Your provider will explain the plan for your evaluation before testing begins.
Testing chosen for every stage of life
A toddler and a teenager need very different tools. We group evaluations by age so every test we use is one we trust for that stage.
- 12–24 months
- 2–3 years
- 3–5 years
- 6 years
- 7 years
- 8–12 years
- 13–18 years
- Adults
Counseling for the storms, and the calm after
Life brings seasons of worry, grief, conflict and change. Our therapists offer a safe, steady place to talk, and goals we set together with you.
- Individual counseling
- Marriage & premarital
- Family therapy
- Children & teens
- Grief & loss
- Parenting support
The people you'll meet
Meet all our providers
What people are saying
Real words from families we have worked with. Names are reduced to initials to protect privacy.
“They spend as much time as needed to make sure you are taken care of. The greatest bedside manner — you really feel like part of the family.”
B.P. · Fort WorthCounseling “From the very first phone call, we were treated with kindness, patience, and genuine compassion. We are so grateful for the support and guidance.”
S.A. · Fort WorthFamily counseling “They have become like family to us. If you are looking for a place where you will be truly seen, heard, and supported, this is it.”
L.R. · Fort WorthCouples counseling “Exceptionally professional and profoundly educated on mental health. I have recommended them to my loved ones.”
A.B. · Fort WorthCounseling
Names are reduced to initials to protect privacy.
Guides for families
Plain-language reading on ADHD, autism, learning differences and what testing involves.
Understanding ADHD
A plain-language guide to ADHD in children, teens and adults, what it looks like at different ages, and what a thorough evaluation looks at.
ADHD questions, answered
Clear answers to common ADHD questions, including types, adult diagnosis, ADHD and autism, anxiety, sleep, assessment, treatment and support.
Understanding autism
What autism is, early signs to watch for, how autism can look in teens and adults, and what a comprehensive evaluation includes.
Autism questions, answered
Clear answers to common autism questions, including autism and ADHD, adult diagnosis, genetics, assessments, insurance and support across the lifespan.
Learning disorders and dyslexia
How learning disorders in reading, writing and math are identified, why they aren't about intelligence, and what an evaluation can tell you.
Learning disorders questions, answered
Clear answers about dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, learning disability terminology, diagnosis, causes, school support and life after an evaluation.
Insurance and testing fees
We accept most major insurance for initial evaluations and counseling. Testing is self-pay, so insurance limits never decide which tests your evaluation can include. We accept cash and all major credit cards, and CareCredit financing is available.
How fees work- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
- Cigna
- Evernorth
- Magellan Health
- MHN
- MultiPlan
- Optum
- Texas Medicaid (TMHP)
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare
Questions families ask
See all questionsWhat ages do you test?
We evaluate people from 12 months old through adulthood, using tools chosen for each age group. Autism testing can begin at 12 months and ADHD testing at 24 months.
How long does a full evaluation take?
Most comprehensive evaluations include 2 to 6 testing sessions of about 2 hours each, plus forms from home and school, report writing and a feedback session.
Do you offer telehealth?
Yes. Our board-certified telemental health providers offer secure video counseling across Texas.
Ready when you are
Request an appointment online through our secure patient portal, or call and a member of our team will help you get started.
Families travel from Dallas, Plano, Arlington, Mansfield, Weatherford and across North Texas. See all areas we serve.
- Office
- 6551 Harris Parkway, Suite 240
Fort Worth, TX 76132 - Hours
- Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Telehealth
- Secure video sessions anywhere in Texas