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ADHD and autism assessment for children and young people
We assess children from 8 years old, depending on their emotional maturity and personal circumstances, and young people, remotely across the UK. A screening appointment first helps you decide whether a full assessment is the right next step for your child, and which one.
Assessments for children and young people aged 8+ across the UK. Start with a screening appointment, deducted from your assessment fee.
NICE Guidelines NG87 & CG128
Our assessment pathways are designed to align with NICE guidelines NG87 (ADHD) and CG128 (autism in under 19s).
Wondering whether your child may be neurodivergent?
Whether you're wondering if your child may be neurodivergent, preparing for an assessment, or supporting them after a diagnosis, we're with you at every stage. We aren't here to change who your child is. We're here to help them, and you, understand how they experience the world.
Who we assess
Children from 8 years old, depending on their emotional maturity and personal circumstances, and young people. We offer ADHD, autism, and combined ADHD and autism assessments, carried out remotely.
What happens, step by step
Screening appointment (recommended)
50–60 minutes, remote with our clinical or counselling psychologists
50–60 minutes, remote, with one of our clinical or counselling psychologists, to explore whether a full assessment is the right next step, and which one. Attended by the child and their parents or carer, whoever they wish to attend. £180, taken off the assessment fee if you go ahead. Recommended, not mandatory.
Assessment sessions
Typically 4–6 hrs (ADHD), 4–7 hrs (Autism), 5–9 hrs (Combined)
In-depth clinical sessions designed to feel comfortable, unhurried, and supportive for your child.
Information from people who know your child
We gather collateral information from a chosen informant, such as a parent, carer or teacher, where appropriate.
Multi-disciplinary review
Clinical team MDT meeting
Every assessment is reviewed at a multi-disciplinary meeting with our clinical team before an outcome is agreed.
Outcome & comprehensive report
A thorough diagnostic report explaining the findings and offering practical recommendations for home and school.
Our assessment pathways are designed to align with NICE guidelines NG87 (ADHD) and CG128 (autism in under 19s).
Who assesses children
Children are assessed by Elisha Kemp, Dr Laura Taylor-Gray, Salomea Lubojanska-Sikora, Siobhan Prince, Kirstie Davidson, Emily Gearing, Kerry Augustus, Jo Luke, Emma Mills, Sime (Simelinkosi) Nyathi, Krishna Chauhan and Judita Kundrotaite. Diagnoses are 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
Assessment fees for children
Child & Adolescent ADHD Assessment
Typically 4–6 hours (including initial session)
Child Autism Assessment
Typically 4–7 hours
Child Combined ADHD & Autism Assessment
Typically 5–9 hours
Diagnostic Follow-up Appointment (50 minutes)
Arranged separatelyDiagnostic Follow-up Appointment (30 minutes)
Arranged separatelyFeedback sessions
Feedback sessions are an additional appointment, separate from your assessment fee: £180 for 50 minutes or £120 for 30 minutes.
Payment plans are available on request and agreed individually; reports released upon full payment. If you would like a payment plan, it is best to email first; otherwise you can book online.
Already know which assessment you need?
Already know which assessment you need? Clients can book online, or 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.
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.
Support for parents and families
Nurturing Neurodivergence: parenting workshop
A 5-week workshop for parents and carers of neurodivergent children, exploring autism, ADHD, dyslexia and more, with a focus on communication and family relationships. 1 hour a week, online, £70 per person. Group bookings can also be arranged at your venue.
The Monster Inside: How to Scare Anxiety Away
Elisha’s free children’s guide and animation on anxiety, made for families to use together.
Support after an assessment
Psychoeducation for your family, one-to-one coaching, coping strategies, and guidance for school.
Questions from parents
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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