As our understanding of neurodiversity develops, we are more aware of the interplay between different neurodivergent presentations and the importance of identifying individual profiles. A dual assessment for autism and ADHD can help identify your child's specific areas of strength and need and provide guidance and support to help your child reach their potential. 

If you would like information about our assessment process or would like to have an initial consultation with one of our team, please complete our online enquiry form.

Clinical appointment with the parent(s)/carer - This is your first appointment with your allocated case manager. Your case manager is your point of contact throughout your assessment journey. We find out more information about you as a family, your child's development and answer any questions you may have about the assessment.

Pre-assessment questionnaires – We will ask you and your child’s school to complete important forms to understand how your child behaves in different environments and highlights any areas of particular need and strength which they demonstrate. 

Additional information - With your consent, we also ask for feedback from other professionals who know your child. We may also ask to review any previous professional and school reports to build up an understanding of your child over time.

Autism Appointment for your child / young person – your child will meet with a specialist clinician who will spend time with them, using toys, games and conversation to understand how your child sees the world. Whilst it should be a fun experience for your child, the clinician will use evidence-based and approved screening tools to assess your child against the criteria relevant to autism. The ADOS assessment is modified depending on the age and developmental stage of your child.

ADHD Appointment with the child / young person - your child will meet with a specialist clinician who will spend time with them to complete gold standard measures, including the DIVA-5 and the QbCheck (an objective computerised measure of inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity) and a well-being assessment.

Autism Appointment for parent(s)/carer – We use the 3Di / ADI-R standardised developmental interview completed which is a measure of social communication and autistic traits. As part of the assessment we consider your child's mental health.

ADHD Appointment with parents / carers - We will complete a detailed developmental history to understand your child's historical and current patterns of attention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. We also think with you about their executive functioning skills and mental health.

Diagnostic report – following your appointments the multidisciplinary team discuss all of the information that has been gathered throughout. Your case manager will give you a feedback call following this (usually within 2 weeks). A full and comprehensive report is written, with a formulation and diagnosis (where one can be made) and recommendations and resources.

Feedback appointment – Once you have received your assessment report, we have a 1-hour online feedback session to review the assessment, report and most importantly the recommendations to take forward. This is an opportunity for us to talk through the assessment report in detail and offer much needed space for all of the ‘what next’ questions and ongoing support.   

If additional feed-back sessions or other follow-up support is required, this can be arranged at additional cost. In some instances, further assessment may be required depending on the complexity and level of functioning (e.g. school observation o cognitive assessment). Your case manager will keep you updated throughout your assessment journey.