Autism Assessments
We offer comprehensive autism assessments (and combined Autism + ADHD assessments) for children, young people and adults through our specialist assessment service, Colley & Jones.
Our assessments follow NICE guidelines and are designed to provide a careful, evidence-based understanding of each person’s strengths, needs and developmental profile. We offer a high-quality, personable, clinician-led service, delivered by local and highly experienced clinicians, with significant time built in to understand the individual properly and in context.
This helps us provide a more accurate diagnostic opinion (where appropriate), a clear formulation, and detailed, practical recommendations for families, schools and other professionals.
Free Initial Consultation
We offer a complimentary 20-minute phone or video consultation so we can briefly discuss your concerns, explain the assessment process, and consider whether this feels like the right next step
.Assessment Fee
£2,250
This includes the full assessment process, feedback appointment, and a detailed written report.
Our Assessment Service
Assessments are delivered through our shared assessment service Colley & Jones, a provider of specialist neurodevelopmental assessments. All assessments are carried out directly by experienced, local psychologists.
Autism Assessment Process
Below is an outline of the typical stages involved in the assessment.
Initial Consultation
We begin with a conversation to understand your concerns, explain the process, and ensure an assessment is appropriate for your child or young person.
Developmental History
A detailed meeting with parents or carers to explore early development, social communication and behaviour. This may include a structured interview such as the DISCO, depending on the needs of the child.
Direct Assessment
Your child will take part in an in-person assessment using the ADOS-2, a widely used observational tool that helps us understand communication, interaction and play.
School or Nursery Information
Where helpful, we may gather information from school or nursery staff and sometimes carry out a school observation to better understand how your child is functioning in everyday settings.
Clinical Formulation
All information is reviewed carefully and discussed within the clinical team. Together we reach a clear conclusion and, where appropriate, offer a formal diagnosis.
Feedback and Written Report
We meet with you to talk through the findings and answer any questions. A detailed written report follows, outlining conclusions and recommendations tailored to your child’s needs.
Our Approach
Our assessments are designed to be careful, compassionate and clinically thorough. We aim to provide clarity for families and practical guidance that supports the child or young person moving forward.
Working as a team, we bring experience in:
Autism spectrum conditions
ADHD and related neurodevelopmental differences
Learning disability and complex presentations
Formulation-led thinking and post-diagnostic support.
Our aim is to provide a thoughtful, clinician-led assessment that prioritises understanding the individual, not simply assigning a label.
