Could I Really Be Autistic?

Autism assessors Sarah and Jess Hendrickx have carried out over 1500 autism assessments between them, and using this expertise, have created a pathway for anyone questioning if they or a loved one are autistic. This book covers what an autism diagnosis means, how assessment works, and how to take the next steps to and from official diagnosis.

Sarah Hendrickx is an autistic six-time JKP author, including Women and Girls on the Autistic Spectrum (2nd edition, publication date January 2024). She has worked as an autism diagnostician (non-clinically trained) for the past 15 years assessing more than 1000+ children and adults both independently and as an associate diagnostician for Axia-ASD. Sarah has developed and delivered training for diagnosticians working for the NHS and privately as well as coaching individuals pre- and post-diagnosis.
Jess Hendrickx is an autistic author, non-clinical diagnostician, trainer and mentor. She has a PGCE in Autism. Jess has worked as an neurodiversity diagnostician for the past two years both with Axia-ASD and privately. Within her work as a mentor, Jess has guided people to make an informed decision on whether or not to pursue an autism assessment, as well as providing post-diagnosis support, Jess is Sarah's daughter.