Services / Assessment
Assessment, the way it should be done.
Comprehensive, multi-disciplinary diagnostic assessment for children, adolescents and young adults aged 7 to 25. Completed in three to five weeks.
What we assess
Our assessments are thorough, not templated. We assess for the full range of conditions that present in childhood and adolescence.
ADHD
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, inattentive and combined presentations
Autism
Autism spectrum condition assessment including ADOS-2 where indicated
Anxiety
Generalised anxiety, social anxiety, separation anxiety, health anxiety
Mood
Depression, low mood, emotional dysregulation, bipolar spectrum
OCD
Obsessive compulsive disorder and related conditions
Trauma
PTSD, complex trauma, adverse childhood experiences
The team who will see your child
Every assessment involves at least two senior clinicians. No trainees, no locums as your lead.
Consultant psychiatrist
GMC-registeredLeads the diagnostic formulation and signs off on any diagnoses.
Chartered psychologist
HCPC-registeredConducts cognitive and psychometric assessments where indicated.
Specialist nurse
NMC-registeredCoordinates the assessment process and liaises with your family throughout.
The tools we use
Validated, standardised instruments. Not questionnaires borrowed from consumer wellness apps.
Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, where indicated
Gold-standard ADHD rating scales
ADHD Rating Scale, parent and teacher versions
Revised Children's Anxiety and Depression Scale
Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire
Consultant-led diagnostic interview with child and parent
What you receive
Diagnostic clarity and a clear path forward. In writing, in plain English, within days of your final session.
- ✓Written formulation letter in plain English
- ✓Formal diagnoses where warranted
- ✓Personalised management plan
- ✓GP letter (with your consent)
- ✓School letter on request
- ✓EHCP supporting evidence on request