Private Autism Assessment with Experienced Doctors
Access a private autism assessment from GMC-registered doctors at 10 clinics across the UK. We assess adults for autism using validated clinical tools and structured developmental interviews, with appointments available at all locations. Initial assessments start from £1495. Our doctors take time to understand your full history, and we provide a clear diagnosis and written report at the end of your appointment.
Dr Simon Khela
Consultant Private GP and Medical Director
- Qualification :
- MBChB MRCGP
- GMC :
- 7419585
- Last reviewed :
- October 2026
Book a Private Autism Assessment WITHOUT THE WAIT
Book online for instant confirmation or call us to speak to the team directly. Appointments are available at all 10 of our UK clinics. You can be seen in person at your nearest clinic, by telephone or by video, at a time that works for you.
Autism Assessment Services FROM OUR PRIVATE DOCTORS
Our private doctors assess adults for autism using validated clinical tools and a thorough developmental history. Appointments run longer than standard slots to give the assessment the time it needs.
- Private autism assessments for adults.
- Structured developmental history and clinical interview.
- Autism diagnostic rating scales and questionnaires.
- Assessment for co-occurring ADHD, anxiety and depression.
- Late diagnosis assessments for adults not assessed in childhood.
- Written diagnostic reports for employment, education or legal purposes.
- Support for EHCP, PIP and workplace reasonable adjustments documentation.
- Onward referrals to autism specialist services where appropriate.
Who Are Private AUTISM ASSESSMENTS FOR?
Who Are Private AUTISM ASSESSMENTS FOR?
Private autism assessments are for adults who suspect they are autistic and want a thorough clinical evaluation from a qualified doctor, without waiting years for an NHS assessment.
NHS autism assessment waiting lists in England are among the longest of any diagnostic service, with patients in many areas waiting three years or more from GP referral to first clinic appointment. For many adults, a late diagnosis only becomes possible privately.
Autism is also significantly underdiagnosed in women and girls, who often present differently to the profile historically associated with autism. Many women reach adulthood without ever being assessed, despite years of struggling with social interaction, sensory sensitivity or burnout.
Our private autism assessments are suitable for:
- Adults who have suspected they are autistic but have never been formally assessed.
- Women and girls who were overlooked or misdiagnosed in childhood.
- Those on an NHS autism waiting list who cannot wait any longer.
- People who want a formal diagnosis for workplace reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act.
- Adults seeking documentation for an EHCP, PIP claim or benefits application.
- Anyone who wants clarity on whether autism explains their lifelong experiences.
At the end of your assessment, your doctor will provide a clear diagnostic conclusion and a written report.
Private Autism ASSESSMENT COSTS
All pricing is clear and upfront, with no hidden fees. Consultations have no strict time limit.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult Autism Assessment | £1495 |
| Child Autism Assessment | £1795 |
How to Book a PRIVATE AUTISM ASSESSMENT
Step 1
Book in seconds.
Choose a time online for instant confirmation, or call us.
Step 2
Pick how you're seen.
In person at your nearest clinic, or by telephone or video.
Step 3
Meet your doctor.
An unhurried assessment with an experienced private doctor.
Step 4
Get a clear diagnosis.
Findings, written report and next steps explained plainly.
Step 5
Follow-up if you need it.
We will be here if you have further questions or need ongoing care.
Why Choose Private Medical Clinic for a PRIVATE AUTISM ASSESSMENT
Why Choose Private Medical Clinic for a PRIVATE AUTISM ASSESSMENT
- GMC-registered doctors with experience in adult autism assessment.
- No referral needed to book an appointment.
- Appointments available at all 10 UK clinics.
- In-person, telephone and video consultations at every clinic.
- Written diagnostic report provided at the end of your assessment.
- Co-occurring ADHD, anxiety and depression assessed at the same visit.
- Documentation for workplace adjustments, EHCP and benefits applications.
- CQC-regulated clinics with experienced clinical staff.
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Private Autism Assessments ACROSS THE UK
We offer private autism assessments for adults at 10 clinics across England. Appointments are available in person, by telephone and by video at every location.
- Autism Assessments in Birmingham
- Autism Assessments in Sutton Coldfield
- Autism Assessments in London
- Autism Assessments in Newcastle
- Autism Assessments in Leicester
- Autism Assessments in Bournemouth
- Autism Assessments in Oxford
- Autism Assessments in Derby
- Autism Assessments in Manchester
- Autism Assessments in Cambridge
What Happens at a PRIVATE AUTISM ASSESSMENT?
What Happens at a PRIVATE AUTISM ASSESSMENT?
Your autism assessment is a structured clinical appointment with a private doctor experienced in adult autism. The appointment runs considerably longer than a standard GP slot and covers your developmental history, current experiences and how your traits present across different areas of your life.
Your doctor will begin by taking a thorough developmental history, covering childhood, education, social relationships, sensory experiences and how you have managed in different environments over the years. This part of the assessment is detailed and important. If you have access to any school reports, childhood records or a family member who can contribute background information, these can be helpful but are not required.
Your doctor will also use validated diagnostic tools and rating scales during the appointment. These assess social communication, repetitive behaviours and patterns, sensory sensitivities and the broader traits associated with autism in adults.
Where a co-occurring condition is suspected, such as ADHD, anxiety or depression, your doctor will assess this alongside the autism assessment. Many autistic adults also have ADHD, and both can be considered at the same appointment.
By the end of the assessment, your doctor will provide a clear diagnostic conclusion. You will receive a written report suitable for use with an employer, a local authority EHCP application, a benefits claim, or any other formal purpose.
Private vs NHS Autism Assessment: WHAT CHANGES?
Private vs NHS Autism Assessment: WHAT CHANGES?
NHS autism assessment waiting lists in England are among the longest of any health service. In many parts of the country, adults wait three years or more from GP referral to their first clinic appointment. In some areas, waiting lists have been closed to new referrals entirely. The Right to Choose pathway, which allowed patients to access assessment through an independent provider at NHS cost, has been heavily restricted for autism in most areas.
Private autism assessment gives you access to a qualified doctor within weeks rather than years. Your assessment follows recognised clinical standards for adult autism diagnosis and produces a written report you can use immediately.
Employers widely accept a private autism diagnosis for workplace reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act 2010, local authorities for EHCP applications, the Department for Work and Pensions for PIP and benefits claims, and universities for disability support and academic accommodations.
There is no medication for autism itself, but co-occurring conditions including ADHD, anxiety and depression are common and can be assessed and treated alongside your autism assessment. If ADHD is also identified, your doctor can initiate medication at the same visit.
Private autism assessments are covered by most major health insurance policies. Self-paying patients do not need a referral to book.
Frequently Asked Questions ABOUT PRIVATE AUTISM ASSESSMENT
No. You can book directly without seeing your NHS GP first. Many patients contact us without any prior referral, including those who have been waiting on an NHS list for years.
Your doctor will take a thorough developmental history covering childhood, education, social relationships and sensory experiences, and will use validated diagnostic rating scales and clinical interview tools. You will receive a written diagnostic report at the end of your assessment.
Yes. Many autistic adults also have ADHD, and the two can be assessed together. If ADHD is confirmed and medication is clinically appropriate, your doctor can initiate a private prescription at the same visit.
A written diagnostic report from our doctors can support a PIP or benefits application. We recommend checking the current evidence requirements for the specific benefit you are applying for.
No. Many adults are diagnosed with autism for the first time in their 30s, 40s and beyond. A late diagnosis is entirely valid and can be life-changing. There is no age limit for an autism assessment.
We can carry out an autism assessment independently of any ADHD assessment you have had or are having elsewhere. Please bring any existing reports or letters to your appointment.
Appointments are available at all 10 of our UK clinics. Contact us and we will find the earliest available time that works for you.
Yes. Most employers accept a written autism diagnosis from a qualified clinician for workplace reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act; local authorities accept it for EHCP applications; the DWP accepts it for PIP and benefits purposes; and universities accept it for disability support. We recommend checking the specific requirements of the organisation you are dealing with before booking.
Autism assessment appointments are longer than a standard GP slot. Your doctor will give the assessment the time it needs. Depending on your history and how the appointment unfolds, this may take more than one session.
Most major health insurance providers cover private autism assessments. Check your policy terms before booking, or call us and we can advise.
Yes. Autism presents differently in many women, and this has historically led to underdiagnosis. Our doctors are aware of how autism presents across genders and will assess your history accordingly.
Book a Private Autism ASSESSMENT TODAY
No referral needed. Autism assessments at 10 UK clinics, by phone and by video. Written diagnostic report included.