Adults
Adult autism assessment
Adult ADHD and autism assessment
Explore adult ADHD or autism assessment, including developmental history, current impact, masking and differential diagnosis.
Adult ADHD assessmentAdult autism assessment
Assessment, therapy and parent support in the UKPrivate ADHD and autism assessment
Private ADHD and autism assessment
and psychology support across the UK
Private ADHD, autism and combined assessment pathways for adults and children, plus psychological and neurodevelopmental therapy at £110 per session and parent support.
UK clinical standards
Reports for NHS, education and workplace settings
Assessments are structured around recognised UK clinical guidance, including NICE where applicable, and reports can be shared with GPs and NHS services.
Structured processMore than a questionnaire or single test.
Transparent scopeOutputs and limitations agreed before booking.
Practical feedbackRecommendations connected to everyday life.
Clinical governanceHealth content is reviewed against current guidance and dated for review.
Find the right pathway
ADHD and autism assessment for adults, children, women and girls
Choose the page that best matches the person being assessed and the question you want answered. Each pathway explains scope, evidence, fees and limitations before you book.
Children
Child autism assessment
Child and young person assessment
Developmentally informed assessment that can bring together the young person’s account, parent or carer history and school information where appropriate.
Child ADHD assessmentChild autism assessment
Women & girls
Combined AuDHD assessment
Assessment where masking may matter
Dedicated information about ADHD, autism and combined presentations in women and girls, including internalised difficulties, compensation and camouflaging.
ADHD in women & girlsCombined AuDHD assessment
The Focused Care approach
Seeing the whole person, not only a checklist
The heart and tree mark reflects the many parts of a person’s life that can matter in assessment and therapy: development, family, emotions, relationships, environment, interests, strengths and practical needs.
The strongest plan is one that connects those parts clearly and turns understanding into useful next steps for adults, children and families.
Learn about the practiceChoose a serviceExploring Ready to assess After diagnosis Screeners
Which service do you need?
I am wondering whether ADHD or autism may fit
Start with a free consultation to clarify the question and whether assessment, support or further information is the most useful next step.
Book a free consultationI know which assessment I need
Compare ADHD, autism and combined pathways, their fees, likely evidence and intended outputs before committing.
Compare assessments and feesI need therapy or support for my child or family
Explore psychological therapy, neurodevelopmental therapy and support for parents or young people.
Explore therapyI want to try a screener first
Choose from the adult ADHD, adult autism and child autism screeners. Results are immediate and do not provide a diagnosis.
View free screenersAssessment and support
Assessment options
Each pathway is explained in plain language, including what it can and cannot provide.
ADHD
ADHD assessment
Explore attention, impulsivity, activation, organisation and their impact across settings and over time.
View ADHD pathway
Autism
Autism assessment
A developmentally informed process exploring communication, sensory experience, routines, relationships and masking.
View autism pathway
Combined
ADHD and autism
Consider overlap, co occurrence and alternative explanations without forcing a single conclusion.
View combined pathwayTransparent assessment fees
Know the fee before you commit
Every assessment starts with a free 15 minute consultation. Payment plans are available and documented before assessment begins.
ADHD assessment
£650Structured developmental and current assessment, feedback and agreed report output.
Payment plan available.
View ADHD pathwayAutism assessment
From £1,250Developmental autism assessment with feedback and the agreed written report.
Payment plan available.
View autism pathwayADHD and autism
From £1,750Integrated assessment where both diagnostic questions need careful consideration.
Payment plan available.
View combined pathwayPsychological therapy
Therapy for neurodevelopmental and general mental health needs
Choose the therapy route that best matches the main difficulty you want help with.
Psychological therapy
Support for anxiety, low mood, stress, burnout, trauma related difficulties, panic, OCD, grief, self esteem, emotional regulation, relationship difficulties and major life changes.
£110 per session
View general psychological therapyADHD and autism support
Specialised therapy for ADHD, autism and combined profiles, including executive functioning, sensory needs, burnout, identity, relationships and parent support.
£110 per session
View neurodevelopmental therapy
For parents and families
Children and young people need a pathway built around development
Parents can enquire about ADHD or autism assessment, young person therapy or parent consultation. The child’s voice, developmental history, family context and school information are considered where appropriate.
- Assessment fees stated before booking
- Parent involvement agreed clearly
- Consent, assent and confidentiality discussed
- Practical recommendations for home and education
Compare pathways
Choose by the question, not price alone
| Feature | ADHD | Autism | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Developmental history | Yes | Yes | Integrated |
| Structured clinical assessment | ADHD focused | Autism focused | Both questions |
| Alternative explanations | Considered | Considered | Considered together |
| Feedback appointment | Included | Included | Included |
| Written report | Agreed in scope | Agreed in scope | Integrated report |
| Fee | £650 | from £1,250 | from £1,750 |
How it works
How the process works
The precise stages vary, but the logic should remain understandable from the start.
Clarify
Discuss the question, intended use and whether this service is likely to be suitable.
Plan
Agree the assessment scope, evidence, appointments, fee and limitations in writing.
Assess
Bring together interview, developmental information, measures and differential considerations.
Understand
Receive feedback and recommendations connected to actual daily needs.
What clients and families can expect1 2 3 4 5
Five commitments to clients and families
These are practical standards for how assessment and therapy should feel from the first enquiry through to feedback or ongoing work.
Clear information before you book
You will be told what the service can provide, what it cannot provide, the likely process, fees and any important limitations before work starts.
Respectful and individual care
Your experiences are considered in context. Diagnosis is never used as a substitute for understanding the person, their history, strengths, relationships and current circumstances.
Appropriate involvement of family
Parents, carers or other people are involved when this is clinically useful and agreed. Privacy, consent and information sharing are discussed clearly.
Recommendations you can actually use
Feedback should lead to realistic next steps for daily life, work, education, relationships, health or further treatment rather than a report that simply repeats test results.
Honest clinical conclusions
No diagnosis or treatment outcome is promised in advance. If the evidence points in another direction, that should be explained clearly and respectfully.
Frequently asked questions
Before you make an enquiry
Do I need a GP referral?
A referral is not normally needed to make an initial private enquiry. The pathway and any need to involve a GP or another professional are discussed before booking.
Are appointments available across the UK?
Yes. Appointment format is agreed according to clinical appropriateness, age, needs, risk, location, the assessment question and the intended use of a report.
How much does an assessment cost?
ADHD assessment is £650, autism assessment is from £1,250 and a combined ADHD and autism assessment is from £1,750. Specialised neurodevelopmental therapy is £110 per session. Assessment payment plans are available.
Can a diagnosis lead directly to medication?
Psychologists do not prescribe medication. A medical prescriber makes an independent decision about medication, physical checks and monitoring.
What if an assessment does not support a diagnosis?
Feedback should still explain the evidence, alternative explanations, strengths, needs and practical recommendations. Assessment is not designed to guarantee a particular outcome.
Start by clarifying what you need
The free 15 minute consultation is not an assessment. It is a practical first conversation about suitability, scope, fee and next steps.
Across the United Kingdom
England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
Public ADHD, autism and healthcare pathways differ across the four UK nations. Use the nation specific guide for local public service context while the private clinical service and published fees remain consistent.
UK assessment options
Compare assessment, cost and support before booking
Focused Care Psychology publishes clear private ADHD, autism and combined assessment fees, separate adult and child pathways, four nation guidance and support after assessment. Use the comparison guide to decide what matters for your situation rather than relying on a universal best provider claim.