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Private ADHD Assessments in Edinburgh

Compare 3 verified specialist clinics and psychiatrists providing private and NHS Right to Choose ADHD diagnostic assessments across Edinburgh and surrounding areas.

Clinics Available3 Practices
Average Wait2 – 8 weeks (Private)
NHS RTC EligibleNational Path
Typical Fee£750 – £1,400

Specialist Practices in Edinburgh

Independent clinical teams offering diagnostic appointments for children, adolescents, and adults.

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ADHD Active

ADHD Active

CQC: Outstanding
Manchester, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Leeds, London, Northern Ireland, NewcastleADHD Assessment

ADHD Active is a UK-based private ADHD service providing comprehensive, evidence-based ADHD assessment and treatment for adults. We offer a supportive, patient-centred approach, with convenient online appointments available nationwide. Our services include ADHD assessments, diagnosis, personalised treatment planning, medication initiation and titration, ongoing medication reviews and continued ADHD support. Our clinical team provides accessible, personalised private care, with appointments typically available within days, subject to availability.

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Edinburgh ADHD

Edinburgh ADHD

CQC: Not Applicable
EdinburghAdult Specialist

Edinburgh ADHD is a specialist clinic based in Edinburgh, specialising in Clinic and providing Adult Specialist for adult only. They are operating on a private basis, with short (0-3mo) waiting lists, and all services are regulated by GMC to ensure high standards of patient care.

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Enlightened Minds

Enlightened Minds

Edinburgh, GlasgowADHD & Autism Assessment

Enlightened Minds is a private clinic based in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Ayrshire, offering HCPC-led ADHD and Autism assessments and support for both adults and children. Their services align with NICE clinical guidelines, providing timely private pathways without NHS Right to Choose commissioning.

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Getting an ADHD Assessment in Edinburgh: Your Pathway Options

If you suspect you or your child have ADHD or Autism in Edinburgh, you have primary routes to obtain a formal, legally recognized clinical diagnosis adhering to NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) guidelines:

1Private Assessment Pathway

Fastest turnaround (2 – 8 weeks (Private)). Direct booking with consultant psychiatrists or clinical psychologists without requiring a prior GP referral. Fees range from £750 – £1,400.

2NHS Right to Choose (RTC)

100% NHS funded. Under the NHS Choice Framework, patients registered with an English GP in Edinburgh can request referral to qualifying independent providers at zero personal cost.

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Frequently Asked Questions: ADHD Assessment in Edinburgh

Local answers on pricing, NHS referral rules, and clinical accreditations.

Private adhd assessment costs in Edinburgh typically range from £750 – £1,400 depending on whether the assessment includes comprehensive multi-informant interviews, standardized diagnostic tools (DIVA-5, QbCheck, or ADOS-2), and initial titration/post-diagnostic support.

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