Autism and ADHD Assessments for Children & Young People (under 18)
At Everest Clinic, we place your young person’s wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.
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Our compassionate, person-centred approach is designed to help your child or young person feel understood and supported — never judged, tested or reduced to a label.
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Our clinical team of qualified ADHD and autism specialists provides comprehensive assessments in line with NICE guidelines, taking time to understand your young person as a whole person.
Our Approach
Our assessment process is person-centred and tailored to your young person's specific needs and abilities, covering:
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In-person clinical interview and assessment sessions
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Sensory-friendly environment
​​Detailed developmental history
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Information from parents and school
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Qualified autism and ADHD specialists
School observation or meeting with teachers and the SENCo (usually for autism and combined assessments)
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Standardised screening tools
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​Differential diagnosis to investigate other factors that may contribute to your child's presentation
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Multidisciplinary team led by HCPC registered Clinical Psychologists
The Diagnostic Report
Our comprehensive diagnostic report is practical and informative.
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It is typically around 30–40 pages long and is designed to be used — not merely read — by you as a parent, your child's teachers, and other professionals.
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The report usually includes:
Diagnosis and the psychologist's clinical opinion
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Key clinical findings and relevant results from assessment tools
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Psychological formulation and differential diagnosis
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Tailored recommendations to support your child or young person at school, home, and in daily life
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A diagnostic summary with recommendations for reasonable adjustments that can be shared with school, GP and other relevant services
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Our Mission: Your Wellbeing
Many families come to us feeling uncertain. Our aim is for you to leave the assessment with greater understanding, clarity and confidence in how to support your child or young person.
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Our assessment process and diagnostic report aims...
Reduce misunderstanding and help family members make sense of your child’s needs
Support your child’s emotional wellbeing and self-esteem
Help them feel validated, more confident and empowered
Provide clear guidance for school and other professionals
Help you make informed decisions about next steps
Identify and access appropriate support at school and through public services
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Move forward with greater understanding, and appropriate support
ADHD and Autism Assessments for Children & Young People
Autism Assessment
Timely identification is essential in helping autistic children access the right support and better understand of their needs.
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Where a diagnosis is reached, our diagnostic report includes personalised recommendations to support family relationships and practical guidance on reasonable adjustments at school.
All of this is designed to empower you to help your child grow, develop and flourish with confidence and care.
ADHD Assessment
ADHD can present differently from one child or young person to another, depending on their individual profile, age, environment and support needs.
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​Your diagnostic report includes detailed findings from the assessment measures, clinical observations from the assessment sessions, and tailored recommendations for reasonable adjustments at school.
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The personalised recommendations and practical guidance aim to help you understand your child, support their needs and help them move forward with greater confidence and consistency.
Combined Autism and ADHD
When signs of both autism and ADHD are present, assessing them together can provide a clearer and more complete understanding of your young person.
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Our combined assessment allows us to explore how different areas of your child’s development, attention, communication, sensory experiences and everyday functioning may interact.
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We explain the findings in a clear and accessible way, alongside personalised recommendations and practical guidance for home, school and everyday life.
After the Assessment
In addition to your young person's comprehensive Diagnostic Report, you will also receive:​​​​
A diagnostic summary letter, including recommended reasonable adjustments, which can be shared with school, your GP and other relevant services
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A personalised letter to your young person to help them understanding the diagnosis and recognise their individual strengths​​
We want you to feel informed, understood and clearer about your next steps
After receiving the assessment's outcome, you will have an online feedback session to discuss the assessment outcome, next steps and available support options.​
"Our aim is not simply to reach a diagnosis, but to help you understand your child’s experiences, strengths, and needs - and what may help your family move forward with greater confidence."
Dr Liv Coelho - Clinical Lead