Autism assessment for children, young people and adults
Autism is a difference in how people experience communication, relationships and the world around them. Our assessment explores development, communication, sensory experience and social history, typically over 4–7 hours, reviewed by our clinical team in a multi-disciplinary meeting before an outcome is agreed.
In-depth autism and combined assessments for ages 8+, remotely across the UK. Reviewed by a multidisciplinary clinical team. VAT included.
Our assessment pathways are designed to align with NICE guidelines CG128 (autism in under 19s) and CG142 (autism in adults).
“Our clinical team recognises that autism can present very differently from person to person, particularly in females and those who have developed masking or compensatory strategies.”
Recognising autistic traits in yourself or your child
Many adults seek assessment later in life to better understand their experiences and make sense of past overwhelm, burnout, or sensory differences. Our clinical team recognises that autism can present very differently from person to person, particularly in females and those who have developed masking or compensatory strategies.
You do not need a formal diagnosis to access our neurodivergent support services. If you are seeking clarity, here is how our assessment pathway works.
What happens, step by step
Screening appointment (recommended)
50–60 minutes, remote with our clinical or counselling psychologists
If you're not sure which pathway is right, a 50–60 minute screening appointment with one of our clinical or counselling psychologists helps clarify whether autism, ADHD, or a combined assessment fits best. £180, deducted from your assessment fee if you proceed. Not mandatory.
Diagnostic assessment sessions & evidence gathering
In-depth clinical sessions exploring developmental history, social communication and interaction patterns, repetitive behaviours, deep interests, and sensory differences. We gather collateral information from someone who knows you well, using standardised diagnostic tools alongside clinical observation.
Diagnostic Assessment Tools (Step 2 In Detail)
Typically 4–7 hours of in-depth clinical sessions (5–9 hours for combined assessments). We explore:
Multi-disciplinary review
Every assessment draws on more than one source of evidence and is reviewed at a multi-disciplinary meeting before any diagnostic outcome is agreed, in line with NICE guidance.
Feedback session
A dedicated session to talk through the clinical outcome with you in plain language, with time for your questions. Feedback sessions are arranged as an additional appointment, separate from your assessment fee: £180 for 50 minutes or £120 for 30 minutes.
Comprehensive report & aftercare
A detailed written report with clinical formulation and practical recommendations for work, education, and daily life.
Our autism diagnostic pathways are designed to align with NICE guidelines CG128 (autism in under 19s) and CG142 (autism in adults).
What an autism assessment involves
What an autism assessment involves
Assessing for ADHD and autism together
For those who recognise traits of both ADHD and autism, we offer a single, coordinated pathway assessing both together. This includes diagnostic measures for both conditions and a multi-disciplinary meeting with a specialist in both, so you don't need to go through two separate assessment processes. Sessions typically total 5–9 hours.
Adult Combined Assessment
Child Combined Assessment (from age 8)
Not sure whether you need an ADHD, autism or combined assessment?
Not sure whether you need an ADHD, autism or combined assessment? That is what the screening appointment is for: it helps identify which pathway is appropriate before you commit to a full assessment.
After the assessment: the start of support, not the end of it
“For us, a diagnosis should be the start of support, not the end of it. We're growing our aftercare so people leave feeling understood and equipped.”
— 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 prescribing collaborators, who charge separately.
Who carries out and signs off your assessment
Your assessment is carried out by one of our specialist 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
HCPC
Salomea Lubojanska-Sikora
Clinical Psychologist
HCPC
Elisha Kemp
Founder and Director
Accredited by BABCP (2016) and EMDR Association UK (2021)
Fees, what's included and what's separate
Autism Assessment (Adult)
Typically 4–7 hours
Screening £180, taken off the feeAutism Assessment (Child, from age 8)
Typically 4–7 hours
Screening £180, taken off the feeCombined ADHD & Autism Assessment (Adult)
Typically 5–9 hours
Screening £180, taken off the feeCombined ADHD & Autism Assessment (Child, from age 8)
Typically 5–9 hours
Screening £180, taken off the feeAll assessment fees include VAT.
Diagnostic Follow-up Appointment (50 minutes)
Arranged separatelyDiagnostic Follow-up Appointment (30 minutes)
Arranged separatelyWhat's included in the fee
What's arranged separately
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.
Payment plans
Payment plans are available and agreed with each client individually; reports are released once full payment is complete. 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.
ADHD, Autism or Both?
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