NICE-compliant ADHD and autism assessments for adults and children — delivered by our in-house psychiatrist and clinical psychologists. First appointment available within a week. Full diagnostic process completed in 4–6 weeks. No NHS waiting list.
Right To Choose pathways are quoted at 2–3 years. Most NHS Trusts are quoting 5–7 years for new adult ADHD assessments — some have paused referrals entirely. For children, the picture is similar. Years of your life, your career, your education, your relationships — on hold.
We're not here to replace the NHS. We're here for people who can't afford to wait while it catches up.
Real diagnostic pathways follow NICE guidance — structured clinical interview, validated rating scales, collateral history, and a written report. Not a 20-minute online tick-box. Not a "diagnosis-in-a-day" service the NHS won't recognise.
A 45-minute video or in-person consultation with our psychiatrist or clinical psychologist. We review your history, current concerns and screening questionnaires you complete beforehand. By the end you'll know whether a full assessment is the right next step.
The core diagnostic process. NICE-compliant structured clinical interview with our psychiatrist (for ADHD) or clinical psychologist (for autism, or combined). We use internationally validated assessment tools and gather collateral history. You'll receive a written report within 14 days.
If diagnosed with ADHD and you choose medication, this is the start. Our psychiatrist explains options, contraindications and side-effect profiles, then issues the first prescription. Titration appointments follow until you're on the right medication and dose.
Full pricing for all consultations, procedures and reports is published on our price list. We do not charge separate appointment fees on top of quoted prices, and all costs are confirmed before any test, procedure or report is started.
This is the single most important thing to understand before booking a private ADHD assessment anywhere — ours or anyone else's. We'll be straight with you.
Most NHS Trusts and ICBs are refusing to accept shared care agreements from any private ADHD provider — including ours. This is a national policy stance, not a comment on the quality of private diagnoses. It means after a private diagnosis, your NHS GP will likely not take over your prescription.
You'll continue paying privately for follow-up reviews (typically every six months) and for medication itself (private treatment costs vary by drug). We'll quote you the realistic annual cost upfront so you can decide.
We write to your NHS GP with your consent. Some GPs and some ICBs do accept shared care — it's worth asking yours. We'll provide everything they need to make the decision. If they say yes, you transition to NHS. If they say no, you stay private with us — and we keep prices fair.
Be honest with yourself before booking Stage 2. Private ADHD pathways involve ongoing costs — assessment, follow-up reviews and private medication — that we'll outline transparently at consultation. If those ongoing costs are out of reach, the NHS pathway (including Right To Choose, which you can pursue independently with your NHS GP) may be the better choice. We don’t operate Right To Choose ourselves — but we’ll be honest with you at Stage 1 if it sounds like a better fit for your situation.
Unlike rushed online services, your assessment is led by a UK-registered psychiatrist and clinical psychologist, supported by an experienced clinical team — in person, in our Whitechapel clinic.
Leads our ADHD diagnostic pathway and treatment management. GMC-registered. Adult and adolescent psychiatry.
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Specialist in autism spectrum assessment and child & adolescent psychology. Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.
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GMC-registered GP. Multi-lingual practitioner supporting medication reviews, shared care, and onward referrals across our ADHD pathway.
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Adult psychology, ADHD coaching and therapy-led support. English & Turkish-speaking.
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Paediatric and family psychology. Child autism assessment lead. English & Turkish-speaking.
View full profile5–7 year wait
Free. Thorough. But practically inaccessible in 2026 for most adults. Right To Choose (a separate NHS scheme accessed via your NHS GP) can shorten it to 2–3 years if you push for it. The right choice if you can afford to wait.
Lower-cost online providers
Fast and cheap, but NHS GPs and many private GPs will not accept their reports for shared care or onward referral. The diagnosis may not stand up in employment or educational settings.
Premium Harley Street range
Excellent quality but premium-priced. Most use the same NICE-compliant pathway we do. The location costs are passed to you.
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Whitechapel postcode, Harley Street standards. Same diagnostic process, same validated tools, same medication protocols — without the W1 mark-up. UK-registered psychiatrist and clinical psychologists on staff.
Typically one week for the Stage 1 initial screening. The full diagnostic process (Stage 2 + written report) is completed within 4–6 weeks of Stage 1. We'll confirm exact dates when you book.
Yes. Our pathway follows NICE guidance (NG87 for ADHD, CG142 for autism) and uses internationally validated assessment tools — DIVA-5 and CAARS for ADHD, ADOS-2 and ADI-R for autism, alongside collateral history and clinical interview. This is the same standard the NHS uses.
Usually not, in 2026. Most NHS Trusts and ICBs are not accepting shared care agreements from private ADHD providers. This is national policy — not a reflection of our diagnosis quality. Some GPs and some areas still accept; it's always worth asking yours. We provide a comprehensive report your GP can review. If they decline shared care, you continue with us privately for follow-up reviews and prescriptions.
Adult ADHD with therapy, year one: includes all assessment stages, two follow-up reviews, and 12 months of private treatments (medication itself varies by drug).
Year two onwards: two follow-ups plus medication. No further assessment fees.
Adult autism: typically a one-off assessment fee with no ongoing medication. Onward therapy or coaching is separate.
If these numbers are not affordable for you over the long term, please tell us at Stage 1 — we’ll be honest about whether the NHS pathway (including Right To Choose, which you arrange through your NHS GP) might suit you better. We don’t operate Right To Choose ourselves.
Yes — we assess children and adolescents (typically aged 6–17) for both ADHD and autism. Paediatric assessments are led by our clinical psychologists with input from psychiatry where medication is being considered. Reports are written in formats accepted by schools and SENCOs for educational support purposes.
We strongly prefer in-person assessment, particularly Stage 2, because some elements of the clinical interview (especially for autism) are harder to do well remotely. Stage 1 screening can be done by video on request. If you cannot travel to London, get in touch and we'll discuss what's possible.
Some private medical insurance plans cover ADHD or autism diagnostic assessment — coverage varies hugely by insurer and policy tier. Bupa, AXA Health and Vitality sometimes cover the diagnostic assessment but rarely cover ongoing treatment management. Always pre-authorise with your insurer before booking and ask specifically about both the assessment and ongoing follow-ups.
Yes, start with the Stage 1 initial screening. That's what it's for. You'll get an honest clinical opinion about whether full assessment is warranted — and if it isn't, what else might explain your experience. Stage 1 is non-committal: many patients leave reassured that what they're describing is not ADHD or autism, and that's a useful answer too.
That's a valid choice and a common one. Medication isn't the only path. We can refer you to our in-house psychologists for therapy and coaching (Stage 3 is skipped). Behavioural strategies, cognitive coaching and lifestyle changes have strong evidence and many adults manage well without medication once they understand their diagnosis.
One appointment, one honest conversation, one clear next step. Refundable peace of mind if assessment isn't right for you.
Adult & child ADHD · Adult & child autism · NICE-compliant · Psychiatrist-led