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Private adult ADHD assessment.
Spent months researching ADHD? Questioning yourself? Or, pushing through work while feeling overwhelmed?
You don’t have to keep waiting for answers. Our private adult ADHD assessment is delivered online across the UK – a structured clinical process, a clear outcome, and support with what comes next.
- Private adult ADHD assessment
- £695 assessment fee
- Appointments often available within days
- 90–120 minute online assessment
- Independent second-clinician review
- Report issued quickly
Standards you can verify
Not sure where to start?
There’s a lot to take in, so we’ve broken it down into clear steps – jump straight to the section that’s most helpful for you right now.
If these sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
Many adults who seek an ADHD assessment have spent years wondering why everyday life seems harder for them than it appears to be for other people.
Losing Focus
Getting Started
Finishing Tasks
Forgetting Things
Losing Track of Time
Staying Organised
Feeling Restless
Acting on Impulse
Managing Emotions
These experiences do not necessarily mean that you have ADHD, but many adults seeking an assessment describe similar patterns.
Not sure whether ADHD could explain what you’re experiencing?
How it works
From your first question to ongoing care, here’s what happens at each step, how long it takes and what it costs. Nothing is charged without you agreeing to it in writing first.
Check whether an assessment might help (optional)
Our free two-minute screening questionnaire asks six questions about attention, organisation and restlessness, and emails you a result straight away. It can't diagnose ADHD, but it can help you decide whether a full assessment is worth considering. You don't need to do it before booking.
Talk to us and choose your package
Send us an enquiry or call us, and we'll get back to you within one working day. We'll check our service is right for you and send you our Terms and Conditions and pricing in writing before you pay anything. You can book an assessment on its own (Diagnostic Care, £695), or an assessment with your first year of treatment if you need it (Complete Care, £1,945: £695 when you book, and £1,250 only if you're diagnosed and choose treatment).
Complete your forms
After you pay, you complete a short Patient Agreement, then your pre-assessment questionnaires online. They ask about you, your childhood and how things affect you now. We'll also give you a form to pass to someone who knew you as a child, and another for someone who knows you well now. These really help, but if there's no one who can complete them, your assessment can still go ahead.
Your assessment
Once the essential forms are back, we allocate your appointment, often within two to three weeks of booking. It's a video call of around 90 minutes with a named, registered clinician who has experience in adult ADHD, using the DIVA-5, a structured interview designed for adults. It's a conversation about your life, not a test you can pass or fail.
Independent review
Before any outcome is confirmed, a second clinician who wasn't involved in your assessment reviews the evidence and your clinician's conclusions. This happens for everyone, whatever the likely outcome. It's a deliberate safeguard, and it's why we don't give you an outcome at the end of your assessment.
Your outcome and written report
The clinician who assessed you explains the outcome at a feedback appointment, talks you through the reasons and answers your questions. Your written report is sent to you straight after, and to your GP if you agree. We aim to complete this within 10 working days of your assessment. There are three possible outcomes: ADHD is diagnosed; ADHD is not diagnosed, in which case your report explains what may be going on instead and what could help; or, occasionally, we need more information before reaching a conclusion, and we'll tell you exactly what and why. The assessment fee is the same whatever the outcome.
Treatment, if you choose it
If you're diagnosed and decide you'd like treatment, we set out your options and costs in writing first, including support that isn't medication. If medication is right for you, you'll have an appointment with one of our prescribers, who checks your physical health and agrees a treatment plan with you before prescribing. Your prescriptions are posted to you, and you pay the pharmacy for the medication itself, typically £30 to £150 a month. While we find the dose that works best for you, which usually takes around three months, we review you regularly, mainly through a short online form, with appointments whenever your prescriber needs to speak with you. Treatment for your first 12 months costs £1,250 if you were diagnosed by us.
Shared care and ongoing reviews
Once you've been stable for at least three months, we can ask your GP to take over routine prescribing on the NHS under a shared-care arrangement. This is your GP's decision and can't be guaranteed; if they say no, we'll keep prescribing for you privately. Everyone on ADHD medication needs a specialist review at least once a year, so from your second year, ongoing care with us costs £225 a year with shared care, or £450 a year if we continue to prescribe.
Questions before you book? Call us on 020 8126 8767 or email contact@hg-mindworks.com.
Meet the team behind your ADHD assessment
Your ADHD assessment is carried out by experienced clinicians within a structured, CQC-registered healthcare service. You will know who is assessing you before your appointment, and every diagnostic outcome is independently reviewed by a second clinician before the final report is issued.
- Experienced ADHD clinicians
- NHS and private-sector experience
- CQC registered healthcare provider
- Independent second-clinician review included
Your ADHD assessors and prescribers
Dr Christopher Smith
Consultant Psychiatrist | ADHD Assessor | Chief Medical Officer
Conducts adult ADHD assessments and provides clinical oversight across our ADHD assessment and treatment pathway.
Dr Nadeem Ahmed
Consultant Psychiatrist | ADHD Assessor
Conducts adult ADHD assessments and provides psychiatric oversight within the HG Mind Works clinical pathway, drawing on more than 10 years’ experience across adult psychiatry, CAMHS, addiction and community mental health services.
Dr Zaid Ul-Hassan
Consultant Psychiatrist | ADHD Assessor
Conducts adult ADHD assessments and supports treatment planning, including medication initiation and titration, drawing on extensive NHS psychiatry experience and previous consultant work within a specialist ADHD service.
Garrett Kennedy
Chartered Psychologist | HCPC Registered Psychologist
Provides psychological assessment and clinical input within the HG Mind Works pathway, drawing on extensive experience in psychological formulation, neurodevelopmental assessment, clinical governance and multidisciplinary care.
Sibte Zahra
Clinical Psychologist | Neurodevelopmental Assessor
Provides psychological assessment within the HG Mind Works ADHD pathway, drawing on specialist experience in neurodevelopmental assessment, psychological formulation and multidisciplinary diagnostic decision-making.
Fadekemi Adesokan
Registered Mental Health Nurse | ADHD Assessor
Conducts adult ADHD assessments within the HG Mind Works clinical pathway, exploring developmental history, current difficulties and the impact of symptoms across everyday life.
Rodica Nedescu
Advanced Nurse Practitioner | Non-Medical Prescriber
Supports adults through ADHD medication initiation, titration and ongoing review, using her extensive experience in prescribing, physical health assessment and medication management.
Obiageli Emenike-Obi
Registered Adult Nurse | Non-Medical Prescriber
Supports adults through ADHD medication initiation, titration and ongoing review, drawing on her experience in prescribing, medication management, physical health assessment and community care.
The team behind the service
Stephen Goss
Registered Manager
Responsible for the quality, safety and governance of services delivered by HG Mind Works.
Benton Robertson
Nominated Individual
Provides organisational oversight and supports regulatory governance across HG Mind Works.
Ray Aherne
Operations Director
Oversees operational delivery, supporting service quality, mobilisation and the effective running of our clinical pathways.
Ali Khan
Service Delivery Manager
Supports the coordination and administration of your assessment pathway.
Sam Warwick
Operations
Supports appointments, patient queries and the practical administration of your care.
Transparent ADHD pricing, with no hidden charges
You will always be told the full cost of your care before each stage begins. There are no hidden assessment, report or administration fees.
ADHD Assessment + First Year of Treatment
- Clinical review of pre-assessment questionnaires
- ADHD DIVA-5 diagnostic assessment
- Independent clinical review
- port, video feedback and signposting to next steps
- Letter to GP
- Personalised treatment plan and pre-prescribing health assessment
- All titration and follow-up appointments during your first 12 months
- Private prescription writing throughout the treatment pathway
£1,945
Medication costs are separate and paid directly to the pharmacy.
Ongoing care from year 2: £225/year with shared care or £450/year with continued private prescribing.
Assessment Only
- Clinical review of pre-assessment questionnaires
- ADHD DIVA-5 diagnostic assessment
- Independent clinical review
- Diagnostic outcome report, video feedback and signposting to next steps
- Letter to GP
£695
Medication costs are separate and paid directly to the pharmacy.
Ongoing care from year 2: £225/year with shared care or £450/year with continued private prescribing.
Already Diagnosed?
- Personalised treatment plan and pre-prescribing health assessment
- All titration and follow-up appointments during your first 12 months
- Private prescription writing throughout the treatment pathway
£1,495
Medication costs are separate and paid directly to the pharmacy.
Ongoing care from year 2: £225/year with shared care or £450/year with continued private prescribing.
Pay securely by card or bank transfer. Flexible payment options, including Klarna where eligible, are available at checkout.
How long does it take?
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Typical timescale
Why choose HG Mind Works?
Every ADHD assessment is independently reviewed by a second clinician.
Before your report is issued, a second qualified clinician independently reviews the assessment findings and diagnostic decision. This review is included as standard and provides an additional level of clinical oversight before your outcome is finalised.
You always know who you're speaking to.
Your assessing clinician is named when you book. They conduct your assessment, prepare your report and lead your feedback appointment, so you know who is responsible for your care throughout the assessment process. If you continue into treatment, you will also know who your prescriber is.
Assessment, treatment and ongoing care under one roof.
Where your assessment identifies ADHD and medication is clinically appropriate, our qualified prescribers can support you through treatment and titration. We can work towards shared care with your GP where they agree to accept it, or continue private prescribing where needed. We will explain the options and costs clearly before you decide how to proceed.
Established clinical standards from day one.
Our ADHD assessment pathway operates within HG Mind Works’ established clinical governance framework.
We are CQC registered and approved to supply through the HealthTrust Europe framework. Every ADHD assessment outcome is independently reviewed by a second clinician before the final report is issued.
Our assessment, treatment and prescribing pathways operate within the same clinical governance framework as the wider HG Mind Works service.
ADHD treatment & ongoing support after diagnosis.
An ADHD diagnosis is only the start of understanding what support may be right for you.
Medication is not appropriate for everyone. Where it is clinically suitable, ADHD medication can form part of a wider treatment plan, with careful prescribing, titration and ongoing review.
ADHD prescribing and titration
Where your assessment identifies ADHD and medication is clinically appropriate, our qualified prescribers can support you through treatment.
Before medication is prescribed, we complete the appropriate baseline health checks and arrange an ECG where clinically indicated.
Medication is usually started at a low dose and adjusted gradually through titration. We review how you are responding, monitor blood pressure, pulse and any side effects, and adjust treatment where clinically appropriate.
Titration takes time to do properly. We will not rush the process.
Shared care and ongoing reviews
Once your medication is stable, we can approach your GP to request a shared care arrangement where appropriate.
Shared care is always at the discretion of your GP practice. If they do not accept the arrangement, we can continue private prescribing and ongoing reviews where clinically appropriate.
We will explain how shared care works, what happens if your GP declines and any ongoing costs before you decide how to proceed.
Ongoing medication reviews are provided in line with the requirements of your treatment plan and relevant clinical guidance.
Treatment is always based on your individual clinical needs.
Can I access HG Mind Works through NHS Right to Choose?
Not currently.
HG Mind Works does not currently provide NHS-funded ADHD assessments through Right to Choose.
We are working towards being able to offer this pathway in future. If you are looking specifically for an NHS-funded Right to Choose assessment, speak to the team for the latest information.
Our private adult ADHD assessment service is available now for people who do not want to wait for an NHS-funded pathway.
Private adult ADHD assessment FAQs
How quickly can I book a private ADHD assessment?
Assessment appointments are often available within days, depending on current clinician availability.
Your final report is issued within 10 working days of your assessment, following independent clinical review. We will confirm current appointment availability before you book.
What if I’m not sure whether I have ADHD or I’ve been masking for years?
You do not need to be certain that you have ADHD before seeking an assessment.
Many adults develop ways of compensating for difficulties over time, particularly at work or in structured environments. This can make ADHD less obvious from the outside, even when day-to-day life feels difficult or exhausting.
Your assessment looks at your internal experience, developmental history and patterns across different areas of life. The aim is not to confirm a particular diagnosis, but to understand what may be contributing to the difficulties you are experiencing.
If ADHD is identified, we will explain the outcome and your options. If it is not, you will still receive a clear explanation of the findings and appropriate recommendations.
What happens after my ADHD assessment?
You will receive a written report setting out the assessment findings, diagnostic outcome and clinical recommendations.
Your outcome is independently reviewed before the final report is issued. A feedback appointment is included so that you can discuss the findings and ask questions.
If ADHD is diagnosed and treatment is clinically appropriate, we will explain the treatment options available. If ADHD is not identified, we will discuss appropriate next steps and signposting.
Will my GP accept shared care after a private ADHD diagnosis?
Shared care is always at the discretion of your GP practice, so it cannot be guaranteed.
Once your medication is stable, we can request shared care and provide your GP with the relevant clinical information. If your GP declines, we can continue private prescribing and ongoing specialist care.
We will explain the costs and options clearly before treatment begins.
Will the NHS recognise a private ADHD diagnosis?
A private ADHD diagnosis can be clinically valid where the assessment has been carried out by an appropriately qualified healthcare professional with specialist training and expertise in ADHD, using a comprehensive assessment process in line with NICE guidance.
However, NHS services and individual GP practices may have their own requirements before relying on a private diagnosis for prescribing or shared care. A private diagnosis does not automatically mean that your GP will take over prescribing.
At HG Mind Works, our assessments follow NICE guidance and include independent clinical validation. If you choose treatment with us, we can request shared care once your medication is stable, but acceptance remains at your GP practice’s discretion
You've done the research. Here's what the next step looks like.
Ready to move forward? You can start your assessment now, or speak to the ADHD team first if you have questions about the process, treatment or costs.
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