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Private Child & Adolescent Autism Assessments in Cardiff

Compare 6 verified specialist clinics and psychiatrists providing private and NHS Right to Choose Child Autism diagnostic assessments across Cardiff and surrounding areas.

Clinics Available6 Practices
Average Wait2 – 8 weeks (Private)
NHS RTC EligibleNational Path
Typical Fee£1,100 – £2,150

Specialist Practices in Cardiff

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

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Ahed Therapies

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CardiffADHD, Autism Assessments & Psychiatry

Ahed Therapies is a private specialist mental health and psychiatry clinic based in Cardiff, South Wales, offering comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, psychiatric consultations, and tailored treatments for a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties. The clinic provides professional care for both adults and children, covering conditions such as anxiety, depression, fears and phobias, psychological trauma, occupational health issues, and neurodevelopmental conditions including ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Led by experienced consultant psychiatrists and multidisciplinary mental health professionals, Ahed Therapies combines medical and pharmacological interventions with evidence-based psychological support. The team emphasizes an individualised, holistic approach to recovery, helping patients build coping mechanisms and emotional self-mastery. Consultations are available primarily via face-to-face appointments at their Cardiff clinic, with remote audiovisual appointments also offered to clients across the United Kingdom and its territories. Operating on an outpatient basis, the service requires a GP referral letter for specialized evaluations such as ADHD assessments. Through a confidential and supportive environment, Ahed Therapies aims to deliver timely diagnoses and effective management plans to enhance overall mental well-being and quality of life.

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Autism Assessment Hub

Autism Assessment Hub

0CardiffADHD & Autism Assessment

A dedicated regional hub in Cardiff city centre offering comprehensive autism, ADHD, and combined assessments for children and adults of all ages.

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PrivateADHD

PrivateADHD

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CardiffADHD & Autism Assessment, Medication Titration & Therapy

PrivateADHD operates as a specialized private clinical service providing comprehensive remote and online assessments, diagnosis, and treatment pathways for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum conditions (ASC). Catering to individuals across all age groups from children and adolescents to adults, the practice utilizes validated diagnostic frameworks and structured clinical evaluations, including the DIVA interview format, administered by experienced GMC-registered consultant psychiatrists and specialist clinicians. Alongside thorough diagnostic assessments that culminate in detailed formal reports suitable for clinical, educational, and workplace discussions, the clinic offers structured ongoing care packages. These include medication initiation and monthly titration reviews to safely optimise therapeutic dosages, as well as repeat prescription management and specialized therapeutic support. By operating predominantly through flexible remote appointment structures, PrivateADHD ensures rapid access to expert diagnostic evaluations within weeks, helping patients bypass extended public waiting lists and providing personalised guidance on shared care arrangements with NHS general practitioners.

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The Autism Service

The Autism Service

0CardiffADHD & Autism Assessment

Offers face-to-face autism and ADHD assessments for both children and adults, helping patients bypass long waiting lists.

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Getting an Child & Adolescent Autism Assessment in Cardiff: Your Pathway Options

If you suspect you or your child have ADHD or Autism in Cardiff, 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 £1,100 – £2,150.

2NHS Right to Choose (RTC)

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

To explore NHS Right to Choose funding, use our interactive letter generator to draft a structured referral request to present to your GP practice in Cardiff.

Frequently Asked Questions: Child & Adolescent Autism Assessment in Cardiff

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

Private child and adolescent child autism assessments in Cardiff typically range from £1,100 – £2,150. Fees cover multi-informant developmental history, parental interviews, standardised questionnaires for teachers and SENCOs (e.g. Conners 3, SNAP-IV, or TRF), direct clinical observations (such as QbTest, ADOS-2, or 3Di), and a comprehensive clinical diagnostic report suitable for school reasonable adjustments and EHCP documentation.

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