Adult ADHD assessments
At The ADHD and CBT Clinic, I offer both online and in person ADHD assessments.
Learn more about what you can expect with the assessment process below. You can also take a look at this useful flowchart which follows the diagnostic journey.
Following an ADHD diagnosis, you may wish to undertake CBT sessions with me, tailored to your requirements.
You can find a written version of the Adult ADHD assessment process here
Adult ADHD assessment Process
I am aware navigating and managing Adult ADHD can be challenging. A structured diagnostic process aims to provide clarity.
The following Adult ADHD Diagnostic Assessment guide aims to provide clarity to
individuals from the initial consultation to diagnostic assessment and then to treatment
options.
Stage 1: The Consultation & Screening
● Initial Inquiry: The process starts with a 15-minute video call to discuss the
process, appointments, and fees.
● Documentation: Complete the required T&C (Terms & Conditions) form.
● Screening Appointment: Attend a 45–60 minute video call either via zoom or
in person in a private, quiet and confidential space to determine if a full
assessment is needed or if other assessments (e.g., autism, anxiety) are better
suited.
Stage 2: The Diagnostic Assessment
Path A: Full Assessment NOT Indicated
● No further appointments are
scheduled.
● No formal report is provided.
OR
Path B: If a full Assessment Indicated
1. Preparation: Complete self-report and informant questionnaires before the next meeting.
2. Evaluation: Attend a 2-hour video call (Second Appointment) to establish if an ADHD diagnosis is present.
3. Result: ADHD Diagnosis Confirmed.
4. Assessor to compile a formal report to be provided to client and GP cc.
Stage 3: Post-Diagnostic Treatment Options
Once a diagnosis is confirmed, you can choose one or both of the following pathways:
Pathway: Psychosocial +1
Referral: Connection with a specialised coach or therapist.
Pathway: Medication +1
Option 1 (Private): Refer to a private prescriber for initiation/titration if NHS wait times are too long.
Option 2 (NHS): Access local NHS prescribers to begin medication titration.
Long-term Care: Transfer private care back to the NHS for ongoing prescribing.
Summary of Key Steps
● Step 1: Video Consult (15 min).
● Step 2: T&Cs & Screening (45-60 min).
● Step 3: Questionnaires & 2-Hour Diagnostic Call. Formal report provided
● Step 4: Treatment via Therapy, Private Meds, or NHS Meds.
Stage 1
Following your initial enquiry, I will arrange an initial free 15 minute Zoom call with yourself to discuss and book the appointments, information required and fees.
Should you wish to proceed, a screening appointment will be made, and documentation sent out for you inclduing T&C. This must be completed prior to the appointment.
The screening appointnment will last up to 60 minutes and its purpose is to find out whether ADHD is likely to be indicated and a full assessment then required.
Stage 2
Once Stage 1 is completed, an appointment is made for stage 2 assessment. Documentation will be sent out to you, and again, this must be completed prior to the appointment.
The assessment is carried out using the DSM-5 criteria and lasts approximately 2 hours, I will provide a verbal overview of the assessment and potential diagnosis.
A report discussing the assessment and its findings is created and shared to you within 3 weeks.
Diagnostic Treatment Options
Following diagnosis, treatment options discussed which will include Psychosocial treatment, referral to specialist coach and/ or therapist, refer to private prescriber and/ or transfer ADHD prescriber to the NHS if applicable.
“After my assessment at the clinic, I felt understood and supported. Stacey genuinely cares about mental well-being.”
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