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Autism, ADHD and Learning Needs Assessments

 

We understand that seeking an assessment can feel like a big step. We provide a safe, supportive and respectful process where children, young people and adults are listened to and valued.

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Who We Support

We provide specialist autism and ADHD assessments for children (aged 6+), young people and adults.

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Children and young people: Supporting families and schools to better understand a young person's neurodevelopmental profile, identify strengths and areas of need, and inform appropriate educational support.

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Adults: Helping individuals gain a greater understanding of themselves, make sense of lifelong experiences, and access appropriate support, workplace adjustments and reasonable accommodations where needed.

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Our Assessment Process

Our assessments are completed by experienced, HCPC-registered Clinicians and follow current NICE guidance alongside recognised, evidence-based assessment methods. Every assessment is tailored to the individual, taking a compassionate, person-centred and neuro-affirming approach.

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Depending on the type of assessment, the process may include:

• An initial consultation to explore your concerns, history and assessment goals.

• Detailed developmental history gathered from parents or someone who knows you well (where appropriate).

• Standardised questionnaires completed by you, family members, schools, colleges or employers.

• Comprehensive clinical interviews exploring current presentation, developmental history, strengths and day-to-day experiences.

• Behavioural assessment using validated, objective measures.

• Assessment of executive functioning, emotional wellbeing and functional impact.​

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What You Will Receive

Following your assessment, you will receive:

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• A comprehensive, personalised report written in a clear, accessible and neuro-affirming style, outlining the assessment findings and, where appropriate, any diagnostic conclusions.

• A detailed explanation of the assessment outcomes, including your individual strengths, areas of need and clinical recommendations.

• Personalised recommendations for home, education, university, the workplace or everyday life, tailored to your individual profile.

• Guidance on appropriate interventions, support services, reasonable adjustments and next steps.

• A dedicated feedback appointment to discuss the findings, answer your questions and ensure you have a clear understanding of the outcomes.

• Signposting to relevant resources, services and ongoing sources of support.

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Why Seek an Assessment?

Whether you are seeking an autism assessment, ADHD assessment or learning needs assessment, gaining a clearer understanding of your cognitive and neurodevelopmental profile can be both empowering and informative. An assessment can:

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• Increase self-understanding by providing clarity about your strengths, differences and areas where additional support may be beneficial.

• Help families, schools, colleges, universities and employers better understand your individual needs.

• Inform personalised strategies and interventions to support learning, wellbeing, independence and everyday functioning.

• Support access to educational provision, including SEND support, examination access arrangements and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), where appropriate.

• Provide evidence to support reasonable adjustments in education and the workplace under the Equality Act 2010, where applicable.

• Identify learning strengths and cognitive differences that can inform educational planning and future development.

• Help individuals recognise and build upon their strengths while accessing the support they need to thrive at school, work and in everyday life.

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