Autism Assessments for Adults

No. 'Right to Choose' is a specific NHS pathway where the health service funds an assessment with a private provider. We are a fully private, independent service — fees are paid directly by the client or through private health insurance. Because we operate independently of NHS contracts, we are typically able to offer significantly shorter waiting times and a more consistent, personalised experience.

No. As a private service, you can self-refer directly. We do encourage you to let your GP know, so they can keep your medical records updated and support any broader healthcare needs.

Yes, provided the assessment is NICE-compliant. Because our assessments are conducted by a registered Practitioner Psychologist using a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) approach in line with National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines, your report is a formal clinical document recognised by the NHS, the Department for Work and Pensions, employers, and educational institutions.

Choosing a private assessment does not automatically remove you from your local NHS waiting list. Many clients choose to proceed privately to gain clarity and access support sooner, while remaining on the NHS list for ongoing community-based services.

Yes. We use high-quality video conferencing to ensure the clinical observation is as robust as an in-person meeting, while allowing you to remain in a comfortable, familiar environment.

Our staged process is designed to be ethical and transparent. If the initial screening suggests your difficulties may be better explained by something other than autism, we will provide clear and honest feedback.

We currently specialise in autism assessments for adults. If traits are identified during the process that may suggest ADHD, we will highlight this in your report so you can seek a specific ADHD evaluation. While there is growing research supporting the assessment of both conditions concurrently, this is not currently a widely utilised approach.

The typical timeline from completing the Stage 1 screening to receiving your written report is 4–8 weeks. This can vary depending on availability, the complexity of your assessment, and how quickly any additional information can be gathered.

Many insurers do cover neurodevelopmental assessments, but it depends on your specific policy. We recommend contacting your provider in advance to confirm whether they will cover a "Private MDT-led Autism Assessment by a registered Psychologist."

This is an understandable concern. For many people, seeking an assessment comes after years of feeling different, struggling to explain their experiences, or searching for clarity so an outcome that doesn't confirm their expectations can feel deflating, or even like a loss.

It's important to know that a non-diagnostic outcome doesn't mean your experiences aren't real, or that you haven't struggled. What it means is that, based on the information gathered, the clinical picture doesn't meet the threshold for an autism diagnosis. In these cases, our report will always include a clear explanation of the findings, and where possible, will highlight what might better explain your experiences. We won't leave you without a way forward.

If you were to feel strongly that the outcome doesn't reflect your experience, you are always entitled to seek a second opinion. We would never discourage that.