Private ADHD assessment for adults and children
Many adults seek assessment later in life to better understand their experiences. Ours is typically 4–6 hours of clinical assessment (including the initial session), with information from someone who knows you well where appropriate, a multi-disciplinary team meeting, and a written report with recommendations.
In-depth clinical ADHD assessment for adults and children from age 8, reviewed by a multidisciplinary team. Fees include VAT.
Our assessment pathways are designed to align with NICE guidelines NG87 (ADHD).
ADHD doesn't always look like the outdated picture
ADHD can present very differently from the outdated image many may still have in their minds. Our clinical team recognises that neurodevelopmental differences can present differently across individuals, particularly in females and those who have developed masking or compensatory strategies.
Many of the adults who come to us have spent years being “overlooked, misdiagnosed or told they were 'just anxious'.”
AREAS WE SUPPORT AND EXPLORE:
You do not need a formal diagnosis to access our neurodivergent support services.
What happens, step by step
Before step 1: If you're not sure whether an assessment is right for you, or which one, we recommend a screening appointment first: 50–60 minutes, remote, £180, and the £180 is taken off your assessment fee if you go ahead. Recommended, not mandatory.
Initial consultation
A first conversation to understand your (or your child's) history and needs.
Assessment sessions & evidence gathering
Typically 4–6 hours of in-depth clinical sessions (including your initial session). Because ADHD presents so differently from person to person, we do not rely on any single source of evidence. We look at developmental history, current functioning at home and work, informant input from someone who knows you well, direct clinical observation, and standardised rating tools.
Multi-Source Evidence Gathering (Step 2 In Detail)
Because ADHD presents so differently from person to person, we do not rely on any single source of evidence. We look at:
Multi-disciplinary meeting
Every assessment draws on more than one source of evidence and is reviewed at a multi-disciplinary meeting before any outcome is agreed, so no single conversation or questionnaire ever carries the whole diagnostic decision.
Diagnostic outcome & report
A clear, comprehensive clinical report explaining the outcome of your assessment, designed to align with NICE guidelines NG87.
Personalised recommendations & aftercare
Practical recommendations tailored to your daily life, work, education and family.
Our ADHD diagnostic assessment pathways are designed to align with NICE guidelines NG87.
What an ADHD assessment involves
What an ADHD assessment involves
After the assessment: the start of support, not the end of it
“Too often, people receive a report and then nothing. That's not how we work.”
— ELISHA KEMP, FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR
Psychoeducation to understand what your outcome means
Individual therapy (CBT, EMDR, ACT, DBT)
One-to-one neurodiversity coaching
Group programmes and workshops
Workplace and academic support guidance
Signposting
Sharing Outcome with Your GP
If you receive a diagnosis, your formal diagnosis, letter and full report can be shared with your GP. All GPs should accept a formal diagnostic report from registered clinicians.
Separate Follow-Ups & Prescribing Notice
Feedback sessions are an additional appointment, separate from your assessment fee: £180 for 50 minutes or £120 for 30 minutes.
Diagnostic follow-up appointments: £180 (50 minutes) or £120 (30 minutes).
Medication is not provided by us: only prescribing is arranged through external collaborators, who arrange and charge for consultations, prescribing and reviews separately; therapy and aftercare are delivered by EK Psychotherapies itself.
Who carries out and signs off your assessment
Your assessment is carried out by one of our ADHD and autism assessors and reviewed at a multi-disciplinary meeting. Diagnoses are made and signed off by our HCPC-registered clinical or counselling psychologists.
Dr Laura Taylor-Gray
Counselling Psychologist
Salomea Lubojanska-Sikora
Clinical Psychologist
Elisha Kemp
Founder and Director
Fees, what's included and what's separate
Adult ADHD Assessment
Typically 4–6 hours (including initial session)
Child & Adolescent ADHD Assessment (from age 8)
Typically 4–6 hours (including initial session)
Diagnostic Follow-up Appointment (50 minutes)
Arranged separatelyDiagnostic Follow-up Appointment (30 minutes)
Arranged separatelyThe £180 screening fee is taken off your assessment fee if you go ahead.
All assessment fees include VAT.
Payment plans are available and agreed with each client individually. Reports are released once the fee has been paid in full. If you would like a payment plan, it is best to email first; otherwise you can book online.
Feedback sessions
Feedback sessions are an additional appointment, separate from your assessment fee: £180 for 50 minutes or £120 for 30 minutes.
Medication is not provided by us: only prescribing is arranged through external collaborators, who arrange and charge for consultations and prescribing separately. Ongoing therapy, coaching and workshops are delivered by EK Psychotherapies itself, charged separately and provided by us.
Already know which assessment you need?
Already know which assessment you need? If you already know which pathway you need and want to book directly, email hello@ekpsychotherapies.com and Elisha will send the link. If you would like a payment plan, it is best to email first; otherwise you can book online.
Questions before you book
Start with a screening appointment
50–60 minutes, remote, completed by our HCPC-registered clinical or counselling psychologists. £180, taken off your assessment fee if you go ahead. You can change or cancel up to 48 hours before your appointment.
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