ADHD Diagnostic Assessment Guide: information for adults and adolescents

Initial consultation

The initial consultation lasts 60 minutes and explores current concerns, including any mental health difficulties. For adults the initial consultation is conducted with the client. For adolescents the parents will join for part of the appointment. We will then make a recommendation regarding the next steps.

Pre-assessment

Neurodevelopmental questionnaires are sent out to the client, parents and school/college (if applicable) and returned to us prior to their next appointment.

ADHD Assessment

The 60 – 90 minute diagnostic interview (DIVA-5) is conducted online with the client and their informants. For adolescents and adults, appointment is usually conducted online.

Informants should be able to provide examples of the client’s behaviour, ideally from childhood. In cases where this is not possible, adulthood informants are also acceptable.

For adolescents we collect school reports and meet with the SENCO or class teacher/tutor for additional information.

Next steps

We schedule a feedback meeting with the client to explain our diagnostic decision and provide them with a detailed diagnostic report with personalised recommendations.

FAQs

Will the assessment be recognised by the NHS?

We use the same high-quality standards as the NHS and follow the best practice guidance by the UK National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE, 2018).

Will the report be shared with the NHS?

The client can choose to share the assessment outcome and report with their NHS GP.

How long does the assessment take?

The assessment process usually takes place over the course of a few weeks.

What will the diagnostic report include?

The report includes detailed information about the assessment and diagnostic decision, as well as personalised recommendations for the client.

How much does the assessment cost?

Prices for assessments and therapy vary from patient to patient depending on their assessment and diagnosis needs. Prices start at £360 for an initial consultation. For a full diagnostic assessment, prices start at £1,800 for a child, and £1,565 for an adult. For our most up-to-date prices please see our fees page here. We also offer payment installment plans if needed.

ADHD Diagnostic Assessment Guide: information for adults and adolescents

Initial consultation

Pre-assessment

ADHD Assessment

Next steps

FAQs

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