Autism, ADHD and Differential Assessment
Strengths-based, gold standard assessments with clear diagnostic recommendations and dedicated after‑care. Written in line with National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidance.
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Low fee services available
Online and in person appointments available
A range of specialist services available
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A Wide Range of Specialist Assessments
We provide specialist psychological assessments for children, young people and adults, including autism assessments, ADHD assessments and broader differential psychological assessments. Our approach is strengths based, evidence informed and person centred, supporting individuals and families to gain clarity and plan next steps with confidence.
People often contact us seeking assessment for a specific condition or diagnosis, while others need a more comprehensive psychological assessment where the picture feels complex or unclear. We offer both pathways, helping you choose the most appropriate option from the outset.
Assessments are available online and in person, offering flexibility while maintaining clinical quality and consistency.
All assessments follow gold standard clinical pathways, are written in line with National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidance, and include clear conclusions, practical recommendations and dedicated after care. Every assessment is reviewed by more than one clinician, ensuring robust clinical reasoning and a shared professional perspective.
Specific Condition or Diagnosis Assessments
These assessments are designed for individuals seeking clarity around one particular diagnosis or area of difficulty and are often used to support education provision, workplace adjustments, therapeutic planning and funding applications.
We commonly provide assessments for autism spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), combined autism and ADHD profiles, specific learning differences including dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia, cognitive and learning profiles, attachment and developmental trauma disorder, psychological and emotional needs including anxiety, emotional regulation and wellbeing, sensory processing differences including OT informed sensory assessment.
Contact us through our website, phone, email, or book an introductory call through our online calendar. Just give us your name, email, phone number, preferred call times, and how you found us. Let us know your challenges and goals
After we get your message, we’ll call you to learn more about your needs and preferences.
Once we schedule your first consultation, we’ll send you all the necessary documents and you’ll be on your way to achieving your goals. We’re excited to support you every step of the way.
Our Range of Assessments
- Neurodivergence (ASD & ADHD) Assessment
- Cognitive & Learning Disability Assessment
- Sensory Integration Assessment
- EUPD/BPD Assessment
- Trauma & PTSD Assessment
- OCD Assessment
- Neuropsychology Assessment (Adults)
- Attachment, Complex Trauma & Developmental Trauma Disorder Assessment
- Screening Consultation (£300)
Differential Psychological Assessments
A differential psychological assessment is recommended when a single diagnosis does not fully explain the difficulties or where there may be overlapping neurodevelopmental, emotional or developmental factors.
This more comprehensive assessment considers neurodevelopmental differences, emotional and mental health needs, developmental trauma and attachment experiences, learning, cognitive and executive functioning profiles, and sensory and regulation differences.
Rather than focusing on one diagnosis alone, this approach allows us to develop a formulation, meaning a more complex and joined up understanding of the difficulties, how different factors interact and what support is most likely to help.
Differential assessments involve greater clinical input and time and therefore higher cost but are often particularly helpful where the presentation feels unclear or evolving, previous assessments have not fully answered the question or support plans are not yet effective.
Highly Specialist Diagnoses and Screening
Some diagnoses require highly specialist assessment pathways that sit outside our core remit, for example foetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD). Where this is relevant we can screen for indicators, identify and document concerns within our assessment, provide clear written recommendations and support you to access appropriate specialist diagnostic services.
Our aim is to remain proactive, transparent and supportive even when a specialist diagnostic pathway is required.
An overview of our assessment pathways
It is very common to feel unsure about which type of assessment is the right starting point.
You can explore individual assessments using the dropdown options on our website, select the condition or assessment you are interested in when making an enquiry or contact us directly if your concerns do not fit neatly into one category.
We also offer a free initial consultation appointment, giving you the opportunity to talk things through with us, ask questions and receive guidance on the most appropriate and proportionate assessment pathway for you or your child.
Understands communication style, social cognition, interests, routines, and sensory processing across settings. Neuroaffirming and strengths-based, with practical adjustments for home, school, and work.
Explores attention regulation and executive functioning (planning, organising, working memory). Looks at interest‑based attention, hyperfocus, motivation, and daily impacts.
A joined‑up route when both are suspected, reducing duplication and providing a unified formulation with integrated recommendations for support and reasonable adjustments.
Assesses intellectual functioning and learning profile to identify learning difficulties or diagnose a learning disability. Provides clear guidance for education, care, and workplace adjustments.
Specialist Occupational Therapy assessment of sensory processing and regulation. Translates findings into practical strategies for participation at home, school, and in the community.
Careful assessment of emotion regulation, interpersonal patterns, identity, and safety. Differentials consider neurodevelopmental profiles and trauma so findings are compassionate and accurate.
Evaluates trauma history and current symptoms (e.g., re‑experiencing, avoidance, arousal), with a formulation that prioritises stabilisation and safety and signposts evidence‑based treatment.
Assesses obsessions, compulsions, and functional impact. Differentiates OCD from autistic routines or ADHD‑related patterns, leading to targeted recommendations such as what therapeutic support might help.
In‑depth look at cognitive domains (attention, memory, language, visuospatial, executive function) to understand changes after brain injury, neurological illness, or other factors.
A sensitive, formulation‑led assessment of early relationships, safety, and developmental history. Integrates school/home information to plan relational and trauma‑informed support.
What our service offers (at a glance)
- Neuroaffirming stance: We see strengths as well as needs and avoid over‑pathologising.
- Differential clarity: We consider overlaps between autism, ADHD, trauma, anxiety, OCD, learning profiles, and sensory integration so you get the right pathway.
- Dual‑professional review: Every assessment is seen by at least two trained professionals; all cases come to our MDT for additional perspectives (including OT for sensory needs).
- Right tools for you: We use gold‑standard, evidence‑based measures chosen to fit the individual (not a one‑size‑fits‑all process).
- School/college observation (optional): Where helpful, we observe in context to inform real‑world recommendations.
- Feedback meeting for everyone: You’ll have a meeting to discuss your report and next steps.
- Corrections welcomed: If anything has been misheard, misunderstood, or misspelt, we’ll correct it promptly.
- After‑care pathway: Therapy, coaching, parent support (EmPaTh), and liaison with schools and employers—so support doesn’t end at assessment.
- Flexible access: In‑person across the East Midlands & Heart of England and online where appropriate
What to expect
- Enquiry & matching – we match you with the most suitable clinician(s) in our team.
- Information sharing – questionnaires, history, and (with consent) school/employer input where appropriate.
- Assessment sessions – direct assessment using gold‑standard tools; school/college observation available.
- Formulation & quality review – report written by your lead clinician; second professional review; multi disciplinary team discussion.
- Report & feedback – a clear, accessible report with practical recommendations and a feedback meeting.
Timeframe: We work hard to complete assessments within 8 weeks, dependent on scheduling and third‑party information. We make use of this 8 weeks to ensure we have gathered input from supporters such as schools or family members, conduct an interview and further testing with you, explore it within our monthly team meeting and write it up in the most accessible way for you.
FAQs
Do you diagnose? Yes – our clinicians use recognised tools with dual‑professional review.
Can you help the school or my workplace? Yes – we liaise and provide practical recommendations and culture‑change guidance.
Do you offer therapy/support afterwards? Yes – tailored options within our team (including coaching and consultation for parents, carers, schools and employers). We also refer you on to other services if you need it, or can suggest affiliated professionals such as psychiatrists.
What if I’m not sure which assessment I need? Book the Screening Consultation (£300) and we’ll guide you.
If you’re considering therapy or looking to refer someone, please complete the referral form below. This will help us understand your needs and ensure that we can match you with the most suitable therapist or service. Once submitted, our team will review the information and get in touch to discuss the next steps.
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