Compare 3 verified specialist clinics and psychiatrists providing private and NHS Right to Choose Autism & ASC diagnostic assessments across Portsmouth and surrounding areas.
Independent clinical teams offering diagnostic appointments for children, adolescents, and adults.
Dyslexia Portsmouth is a specialist clinic based in Southsea, specialising in Specialist and providing Assessment for all ages. They are operating on a private basis, with short (0-3mo) waiting lists, and all services are regulated by HCPC to ensure high standards of patient care.
Lighthouse ADHD is a specialist clinic based in Southsea, specialising in Local Clinic and providing Specialist Clinic for all ages. 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.
Tabla Psychology, based in Waterlooville, is a specialist multidisciplinary team offering psychological assessments and therapy for children, teens, and families. Staffed by HCPC-registered Clinical and Educational Psychologists, they provide dedicated child and adolescent mental health support.
If you suspect you or your child have ADHD or Autism in Portsmouth, you have primary routes to obtain a formal, legally recognized clinical diagnosis adhering to NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) guidelines:
Fastest turnaround (2 – 8 weeks (Private)). Direct booking with consultant psychiatrists or clinical psychologists without requiring a prior GP referral. Fees range from £950 – £1,850.
100% NHS funded. Under the NHS Choice Framework, patients registered with an English GP in Portsmouth can request referral to qualifying independent providers at zero personal cost.
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