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Frequently Asked Questions
As an experienced qualified clinical psychologist I can work with adults on a range of issues. My background is in the NHS, working with adults with autism and/or learning disabilities.
Therapeutically I have been trained in EMDR (Eye Movement and Desensitisation Reprocessing, a gold standard treatment for trauma) therapist, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and DBT (Dialectical Behavioural Therapy), and IFS (Internal Family Systems).
-Assessments I am able to offer include autism, ADHD, and learning disability assessments (Assessment of IQ and Adaptive Functioning).​​​
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What are your fees?
Therapy sessions are £120 per hour. An autism assessment is £1400, and an ADHD assessment is £1000. The cost of both is £2000. I am able to offer an initial screening appointment of up to 90 minutes which is £250. This can enable me to determine if there are sufficient indicators of autism, ADHD or both to go ahead with a full diagnostic assessment. If there is, a plan for this will be developed and the cost of the initial screening will be deducted. I am also able to offer a payment plan of up to 12 payment instalments. For example, an autism assessment would be £116 per month.
Do you offer online assessments?
Yes. f you're outside Manchester/Preston or simply prefer the convenience of remote assessment, I provide online appointments. These sessions are held securely via video call and follow the same clinical process as in-person assessments. Online assessments are available across the UK or internationally and are especially useful for clients who experience travel anxiety, sensory issues, or have tight schedules. Remote sessions are just as effective, with clients receiving the same quality of care and clarity in outcomes.
Can you prescribe?
No, as a clinical psychologist I am unable to prescribe. If you are seeking an ADHD assessment for this purpose you are advised to speak to your GP/local NHS trust first, to establish if they will accept a private ADHD assessment.
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Are your assessments accepted by the NHS?
There should be no issue with NHS services accepting a private adult autism assessment carried out by an appropriately qualified and highly experienced consultant clinical psychologist using gold standard assessment tools. This is not something I have encountered in many years of conducting autism assessments. As stated on the ADHD assessment page, there are currently sometimes challenges with private ADHD assessments being accepted by GPs for prescribing purposes, and so it can be prudent to check with them first.
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What services do you offer?
​​How Long Does the Process Take?
After your initial consultation, the full assessment typically takes between two to four weeks to complete. This includes the clinical interviews, diagnostic sessions, scoring and analysis, and final feedback.
Here’s a general timeline (this is typical and may be tailored to your individual needs):
​Week 1: Initial assessment and completion of screening tools
Week 2–3: Diagnostic sessions (in-person or online)
Week 4: Feedback session and delivery of your written diagnostic report
Some assessments may be completed more quickly depending on availability. You’ll be kept informed at every stage.​​