Our Private Autism Assessment
At The Child Psych, we specialise in private autism assessments (ASD) in Hertfordshire, delivered through a comprehensive multi-disciplinary approach. Using the 'Gold Standard' of assessment tools and meeting NICE guidelines, we provide a recognised medical diagnosis for those seeking a comprehensive autism assessment. Our expert team ensures a thorough and supportive process, helping families navigate ASD assessments with clarity and care.
We offer assessments to both children and adults.
No Waiting List
Weekend Assessments
No GP Referral
Fast Track Appointments
Bupa Recognised
Book an ASD Assessment directly with no waiting lists (£2,800)
If you're feeling uncertain, a 90-minute consultation can help you find clarity and confidence in your next steps.
What happens in our Autism Assessments?
We understand the idea of coming for an assessment can be worrying for some children and their families. We cannot tell you exactly what will be asked in the evaluation, as it would influence the outcome. However, we can outline the process and the people involved.
Our private ASD assessments are coded by at least three clinicians, enabling consideration of a range of aspects to assess this complex disorder with its wide variety of symptoms. The assessment itself includes two in-person sessions: one with your child and another with parents or caregivers. After the assessment, we’ll meet to explain the results, discuss the next steps, and guide you in supporting your child. Additional support and interventions are available if needed.
While we can't change the process or the diagnostic tools, our experienced team personalise and supports you and your child through the process. We are available to answer your questions and provide support throughout - some examples of how we have supported other families include:
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How to speak to your child about the assessment process
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Providing photographs of our space and team so the child can see where they will be and who they will meet
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What a diagnosis means for you, your child and the people around them
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Support for you and your child if the diagnostic criteria are not met
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Suggested next steps and further support
What will I receive after the assessment?
Following the assessment, we will share the Clinical Report with you. This report outlines the results for each of the diagnostic criteria and provides an overall result (diagnosis). After you have had time to review the report, we will schedule a feedback meeting with you. This is your opportunity to discuss the results and ask any questions you may have. We can also make recommendations for next steps or further support.
The Child Psych understands that an Autism diagnosis is for life, so we can support you and your child to understand the diagnosis, identify their autism strengths and start to see how their amazing brain works. We also look to the future and offer the option of a "privacy-friendly" report with less personal information, which could be used in the workplace HR setting in the future if needed.
We understand that getting the result can take time to digest, so we work with you at your pace.
Is an ASD Assessment your next step?
We appreciate that deciding whether an ASD assessment is right for you or your child can be challenging. We offer two routes into our private ASD assessments:
1. Book an ASD Assessment directly with no waiting lists (£2,800)
2. Book an 'Ask the Expert' consultation (£350) focused on determining whether an ASD Assessment is an appropriate next step, or explore other possible explanations. The cost of this will be deducted off a subsequent ASD Assessment booking
Summary of the details
Multi-disciplinary team
Lead Clinician
Organises the team of clinicians
Responsible for the assessment materials
Leads clinical meeting
Completes overall clinical diagnostic report
Clinical Team
2 clinicians administer and observe ADOS Assessment with your child
1 clinician administers ADI-R Assessment with parents
Assessments are coded and summary reports completed by the clinical team
2 in-person sessions
ADOS Assessment session with your child
ADI-R Assessment session with parents / carers
Clinical Discussion Meeting
Led by the Lead Clinician and attended by multi-disciplinary team
Brings together all expertise
Provides a thorough and structured assessment
Assessment Process
Feedback meeting
Parents meet with Lead Clinician
Explain results of assessment and answer any questions
Discuss next steps and guidance to help you support your child
Cost: £2,800 (estimated 20+ clinical hours)
Further support and interventions are available depending on individualised needs and focussing on which specific targets you want to prioritise.