Frequently Asked Questions

We are based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. We see clients from clinic rooms in Drighlington (just off the M62 near Ikea) and Roundhay (just off Street Lane). For assessments and therapy, we see clients across the UK. We can complete school observations within a 60 mile radius. For training and teaching, we are able to travel to you, or deliver this remotely, wherever you are in the world.

We offer sessions remotely via video call and phone call. We can offer appointments to people across the UK. For international clients, please inquire as this is based on your location and our insurance.

We offer sessions via video call and phone call. We do request that at least one of our assessment sessions should take place in person. We recognise this can be challenging for some people to attend in person appointments and we can discuss reasonable adjustments.

In person appointments take place in Leeds. We work across two bases:Drighlington, which is conveniently located off the M62 and M621 near IkeaRoundhay, which is conveently located just off Street Lane.There is free on street parking.

The clinic room we use is accessed by steps; please do let me know us know if you have access needs, as we do have other accessible locations available within Leeds that we can use when needed.

Yes. We will always do our best to accommodate individual accessibility needs and reasonable adjustments wherever possible. Please let us know what adjustments or support you require when making your enquiry. This could include adjustments relating to communication, the assessment environment, sensory needs, mobility, appointment scheduling or how information is provided.

We are currently registered with Bupa, Axa, Vitality and WPA. You will need to discuss with your insurance company about your coverage and obtain a pre-approval code before inquiring.

Within the team we have psychologists who are trained to deliver different types of therapy including:Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT)Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR)​Cognitive analytic therapy (CAT)Narrative TherapyFamily TherapyCouples TherapyParent Child PsychotherapyWe do not offer ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis)

Psychological Therapy is £130 per 50 minute session.

For most people the process for Autism and/or ADHD assessment takes around eight weeks. This can take longer for some people where they need additional assessments, or where there is difficulty arranging appointments.

Yes, we offer assessments for adults.

Yes, we offer assessments for children aged 3+ for Autism and 6+ for ADHD.

Yes, we offer combined Autism and ADHD assessments for adults and children where both areas need to be considered.A combined assessment allows us to consider presentation across both Autism and ADHD, drawing on developmental history, clinical assessment, observation, psychometric questionnaires and information from home, school, and informants as appropriate. The assessment findings are reviewed through our multidisciplinary team (MDT), where the evidence is considered against the relevant diagnostic criteria before a diagnostic decision is made. All assessments are completed in line with NICE guidelines and the West Yorkshire ICB quality standards.

We assess children aged 6+ for ADHD.

We assess children aged 3+ for Autism.

Autism Assessments for adults are: £1979Autism Assessments for children are: £2029Combined Assessment for Autism and ADHD for adults are: £2429Combined Assessment for Autism and ADHD for children are: £2529

ADHD Assessments for adults are: £1529ADHD Assessments for children are: £1329Combined Assessment for Autism and ADHD for adults are: £2429Combined Assessment for Autism and ADHD for children are: £2529

The assessment process we follow is compliant with NICE guidelines and utilises gold standardassessment tools. All assessments are completed in line with West Yorkshire ICB quality standards. We ensure my reports contain sufficient information for NHS service criteria. There may be occasions where NHS services will not accept a report from an independentprovider; should this happen we will liaise with the service on your request.

Yes, all our assessments are conducted within NICE guidelines by registered health care professionals. We also ensure our assessments are compliant with West Yorkshire ICB quality standards.

Our screening assessment appointment allows us to explore the needs or you or your child. At the end of the appointment, we will agree together which assessment is clinically indicated.

Part of the diagnostic criteria for ADHD tells diagnosing clinicians they have to look fordifficulties across contexts. If your child is not currently in education or is home educated, thereare other sources of information we can use to support the assessment process e.g old schoolreports, or liaising with other people who know your child well, such as a club leader or a familyfriend.

We do not have any psychiatrist or non-medical prescribers within the team and therefore cannot prescribe medication. We can signpost you to prescribers if this is something you would like to consider, should you or your child receive a diagnosis of ADHD.

ADHD medication cannot be initiated by a GP. You will need a referral to a private psychiatrist, paediatrican or non-medical prescriber, or to your local NHS or Right to Choose service to commence medication. You should discuss with your GP whether they offer Shared Care for ADHD medications, following titration by a specialist. Many GPs do not offer Shared Care for ADHD medications regardless of whether the medication is initiated by a private, right to choose or NHS provider due to funding.

Yes, as a Clinical Psychologist, I can carry out a comprehensive cognitive assessment to determine whether a person meets criteria for a learning disability (also known as an intellectual disability). This involves assessing intellectual functioning (such as reasoning, problem-solving, and understanding) alongside adaptive functioning (how well a person manages day-to-day activities).A formal diagnosis is only made when both intellectual and adaptive functioning are significantly below average, and the difficulties have been present since childhood. The assessment process is always collaborative and sensitive, focusing on understanding strengths as well as areas of need.

An Intellectual Disability assessment looks at both cognitive functioning and adaptive functioning, alongside developmental history and other relevant information.The assessment may include:A standardised assessment of cognitive abilityA standardised assessment of adaptive functioningA developmental and background historyConsideration of educational, occupational and social functioningReview of relevant previous reports and information from family/carers or other professionals, where appropriateIntellectual Disability is not determined by an IQ score alone. The assessment considers how cognitive and adaptive functioning affect the person's everyday life and development.The assessment approach will be tailored to the individual and their referral question.

These terms are often used interchangeably, but they mean different things:A learning disability (or intellectual disability) refers to a global difficulty with learning and everyday functioning. It affects overall intellectual ability and is lifelong.A learning difficulty, such as dyslexia, dyscalculia or dyspraxia, affects a specific area of learning rather than general intellectual ability. A person with a learning difficulty may have average or above-average intelligence but experience challenges in one particular area. Understanding this distinction helps to ensure that assessment and support are tailored appropriately.

We do offer assessments relating to children's learning and development. However, we are Clinical Psychologists and not Educational Psychologists. If you let us know what you are hoping the assessment will help with, we can advise whether this is something we can offer.

Both Clinical and Educational Psychologists are trained to assess learning, cognition, and emotional wellbeing, but they bring different perspectives and areas of focus.Educational Psychologists (EPs) usually work within schools or local authorities. Their assessments are often designed to inform educational planning and support, including contributions to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). These assessments tend to focus on how a child’s learning and behaviour present within the school environment. They sometimes, but may not always, include formal, standardised cognitive assessments, and they often have limited scope to explore the impact of emotional wellbeing, trauma, or mental health on learning.Clinical Psychologists are trained to understand the complex interaction between cognitive abilities, emotional wellbeing, mental health, neurodevelopmental differences, and life experiences such as trauma or attachment difficulties. My assessments provide a more holistic view, combining formal, standardised cognitive testing with a detailed exploration of emotional, developmental, and contextual factors that may influence learning and day-to-day functioning.A report from a Clinical Psychologist can therefore offer a more in-depth understanding of why a child may be struggling, identifying both cognitive profiles and psychological factors that may affect progress. This information can complement an Educational Psychologist’s report and provide valuable evidence to inform a tailored support plan.

Yes, however we provide Clinical Psychology reports and not Educational Psychology reports.Both Clinical and Educational Psychologists are trained to assess learning, cognition, and emotional wellbeing, but they bring different perspectives and areas of focus.Educational Psychologists (EPs) usually work within schools or local authorities. Their assessments are often designed to inform educational planning and support, including contributions to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). These assessments tend to focus on how a child’s learning and behaviour present within the school environment. They sometimes, but may not always, include formal, standardised cognitive assessments, and they often have limited scope to explore the impact of emotional wellbeing, trauma, or mental health on learning.Clinical Psychologists are trained to understand the complex interaction between cognitive abilities, emotional wellbeing, mental health, neurodevelopmental differences, and life experiences such as trauma or attachment difficulties. My assessments provide a more holistic view, combining formal, standardised cognitive testing with a detailed exploration of emotional, developmental, and contextual factors that may influence learning and day-to-day functioning.A report from a Clinical Psychologist can therefore offer a more in-depth understanding of why a child may be struggling, identifying both cognitive profiles and psychological factors that may affect progress. This information can complement an Educational Psychologist’s report and provide valuable evidence to inform a tailored support plan.

We do offer psychological assessment and support for a range of mental health difficulties. The most appropriate assessment will depend on the concerns you are experiencing and the reason you are seeking an assessment. Our clinicians can consider your symptoms, history, current circumstances and functional impact as part of the assessment. If you are looking for a specific type of mental health assessment, please let us know what you require and what the assessment is for. Please complete THIS FORM with some information about what you are looking for.

Unfortunately, we do not currently offer dyslexia assessments or diagnoses.If you are looking for an assessment for learning difficulties, please let us know what you are hoping the assessment will establish and we can advise whether we might be able to support.

Unfortunately, we do not currently offer dyspraxia/developmental coordination disorder assessments or diagnoses.If you are looking for an assessment for learning difficulties, please let us know what you are hoping the assessment will establish and we can advise whether we might be able to support.

Yes, we do offer assessments for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).FASD assessments involve a comprehensive review of developmental history, current functioning and relevant clinical information. Where appropriate, we will also consider information from parents/carers, education and other professionals involved in the person's care. The assessment process is tailored to the individual and their presentation.

We have considerable experience in delivering assessments through the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund (ASGSF). However, we are not currently registered to provide assessments under this funding arrangement.We would be happy to discuss your requirements and explore whether there is another way we may be able to support you.

Unfortunately, we are not currently able to offer reduced rates or concessionary fees. Our pricing reflects the way we deliver our service. We intentionally see fewer clients than many larger services so that our clinicians can dedicate more time and attention to each individual and provide a thorough, personalised assessment and treatment experience. We appreciate that private healthcare is a significant financial commitment and are sorry that we are unable to offer a reduced rate at this time.

Yes, we can provide training and educational sessions for schools and organisations. Our training can be tailored to your organisation and may cover areas such as Autism, ADHD, neurodivegence at work, supporting children and young people, reasonable adjustments, mental health and understanding behaviour. We can provide training for different audiences, including schools and other organisations..If you let us know what you are looking for, the size of your audience and whether you are looking for an online or in-person session, we can discuss your requirements and provide further information.

Yes, we are happy to consider press and media enquiries relating to our areas of clinical expertise.Please send us some information about the publication or organisation you represent, the topic you are covering, what you are looking for from us and your deadline.We will then consider the request and let you know whether we are able to assist.

We are happy to consider social media collaborations where the content is relevant to our clinical work and aligns with our values and approach. Please send us some information about your account or organisation, the type of collaboration you have in mind, and what you would be looking for from us. We can then consider the proposal and let you know whether it would be a good fit.

Yes, we are happy to consider speaking engagements for charities, CICs and community organisations. We provide workshops, and Q&&A sessions on subjects such as Autism, ADHD, neurodiversity, children's mental health, assessment and diagnosis, or supporting neurodivergent children, young people and adults.Please send us some information about your organisation, the audience, the topic you would like us to cover, the proposed date and whether the event is online or in person. We would be happy to discuss how we may be able to help.