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Specialist Autism and ADHD assessments for children, young people and adults

At Mind Professionals Neurodevelopmental Service, we provide clear, compassionate, and clinically robust neurodevelopmental assessments through NHS-funded local pathways, Right to Choose and self-pay services.

Who we help

We support:

  • Children and young people
  • Adults

Assessments are available depending on:

  • where your GP is based, and
  • whether you are accessing services through the NHS or self-pay
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Our assessment services

We provide specialist assessments for:

Autism

Understanding how someone communicates, interacts, and experiences the world.

ADHD

Exploring attention, activity levels, and impulse control across daily life.

Combined Autism and ADHD

Where appropriate, we offer joined-up assessments to give a clearer overall picture.

NHS and self-pay pathways explained clearly

We deliver assessments through different pathways, depending on local NHS commissioning arrangements or self-pay choice.

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Self-pay assessments

  • Available for children, young people, and adults
  • No GP referral required
  • Same clinical standards as NHS services
  • Flexible and timely access
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NHS Essex pathway

  • Available through local NHS pathways only. Currently we offer this to residents who are registered with a GP in Essex
  • Accessed via GP referral
  • Free at point of use
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Right to Choose Pathway

  • Available to children and young people across the UK who are able to travel to Chelmsford, Essex for assessment
  • Accessed via GP Referral
  • Free at the point of use

Benefits of assessments

Seeking neurodevelopmental assessment can bring real lasting benefits.

Improved confidence and wellbeing

Understanding neurodevelopmental differences can help individuals and families feel more informed, reassured and supported.

Earlier intervention and planning

Identifying needs sooner can help individuals access the right support at the right time.

Practical strategies and recommendations

Assessments provide tailored guidance to support day-to-day life, education, work and relationships.

Support for families and caregivers

Gaining a clearer understanding can help parents, carers and families better support a child or young person’s needs.

We are here to guide you through the process

Everyone’s experience of Autism or ADHD is different, and starting an assessment can feel uncertain or overwhelming.

At Mind Professionals Neurodevelopmental Service, we take time to listen, explain and support individuals and their families through the assessment process.

Our approach is thoughtful, person-centred and grounded in clear clinical standards, helping you understand what to expect and what comes next.

Whether you are accessing services through the NHS or self-pay, our team is here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. 


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Our commitment to quality and care

Whether accessed through the NHS or self-pay, our services are built on:

  • NICE-compliant assessment processes
  • Multidisciplinary clinical input where required
  • Reports written in plain English
  • Reasonable adjustments for sensory, communication, or accessibility needs
  • Honest communication at every stage

We work closely with NHS partners and align our services with local and national clinical standards.

What our patients say about

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Professionals and clinicians

We work with experienced clinicians and welcome conversations with professionals interested in joining our services.