Autism & ADHD Assessment Hub - Bristol

• What they offer / teach

  The Bristol hub offers private diagnostic assessments: comprehensive child and adult autism assessments, and combined ASD/ADHD assessments, using validated tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, QB, (Young) DIVA-5 and ACE(+). They produce high-quality, easy-to-read reports recognised by schools, NHS, GPs, local authorities and workplaces, which can support EHCP, additional school support, DSA and Access to Work applications, plus post-assessment support. The enquiry form also lists dyslexia and dyspraxia assessments and pre/post-diagnostic support.

• Ages served

  Both children and adults are assessed; adult autism assessments are for those aged 18 and above. The page states children can potentially be assessed from age 4 for autism and age 6 for ADHD, with the team always clarifying whether an assessment is appropriate.

• Approach

  Assessments follow NICE guidelines and gold-standard tools, with no 'one-size-fits-all' approach: pathways typically involve around five hours of clinician time and are tailored to the individual's experiences, strengths and circumstances. The team describes itself as positive, neuroaffirmative and empowering, with clinicians who are fully qualified, HCPC or GMC registered, have at least five years' autism assessment experience, and specialist training in subtle and internalised presentations such as in women and girls. The process has six steps (referral, initial consultation, ADOS-2, ADI-R clinical interview, report, feedback), with at least one session face-to-face at the centrally located Bristol hub and other sessions available remotely.

• Admissions

  No GP referral is needed - people can self-refer via the Make a Referral page, after which a welcome pack and self-referral form are sent, followed by an initial consultation to decide whether a full assessment is appropriate and which pathway suits. A first assessment appointment can usually be offered within 2-4 weeks of initial screening, with the full assessment typically completed in 6-8 weeks (lead times may vary).

• Cost

  Child and adult autism assessments in Bristol are £2,095 each, and combined autism and ADHD assessments are £2,495. Flexible payment plans over 3, 6, 9 and 12 months are available; private health insurance funding is not accepted, and one testimonial mentions an initial consultation for a small fee.

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