Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Assessment for
Adults
We know that ADHD can be incredibly difficult to live with. Our team of expert psychiatrists and psychologists are here to help with what you're going through. Whether you think you may have an undiagnosed condition or need help managing symptoms we're here.
Our rigorous, gold-standard diagnostic pathways are designed to provide you with clarity and confidence in what you’re going through.
What is ADHD?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition, which means that it arises as our brains grow during childhood. The condition can affect people in many ways from work and relationships to sensory processing and brain fog.
Our ADHD assessments
We are passionate about gold-standard care. This means robust and in-depth understanding of our patients and careful application of diagnostic guidelines.
We’ll guide you through any problems you are currently facing, explaining everything along the way. We'll help you understand whether what you are experiencing constitutes a diagnosis. Whether it does or not, we will provide you with the advice and support to live as full a life as possible.
1. Before the assessment
Digital questionnaires will be sent to you along with a request for any further information which may be helpful.
If it is not possible to collect this information, don’t worry, it does not immediately stop the assessment from moving forwards.
Your assessment will be booked in with a Consultant Psychiatrist. Ideally, these are in person. We are happy to consider home visits or remote assessments where applicable.
2. The assessment
Our assessments involve a 2-hour long appointment in which:
- You and your clinician will go through a full history of your symptoms and background
- You'll go through a structured set of questions about possible ADHD symptoms called the DIVA 5
- You cannot fail this or get this wrong! The assessment is about trying to capture an accurate account of your strengths as well as the challenges you face
- Typically, your clinician will be able to share with you at the end of the assessment their initial thoughts on whether there is a particular diagnosis that captures your symptoms best
3. The outcome
After the assessment, you will receive a detailed assessment report along with recommendations, which may include:
- ADHD coaching
- Psychological support
- Medication
- Lifestyle advice
- A personalised resource pack
4. After care
Once you have received and reviewed your assessment report, you will be offered the opportunity to arrange a further consultation to discuss the recommendations, answer your questions and share your feedback.
Our fees
ADHD Discovery call
A discovery call with one of our psychiatrists is a safe space for you to share why you believe you might have ADHD and to discuss your unique challenges and experiences.
You will discuss whether a comprehensive diagnostic assessment is advisable and address any questions or worries you might have. (20 mins)
Free
Complete ADHD assessment
Assessments are run by consultant psychiatrists with support and aftercare from our broader clinical team of psychologists and occupational therapists.
A complete assessment includes:
- 2 hour assessment face-to-face or online,
- Psychiatric history,
- ADHD structured interview (DIVA5),
- Collateral information from a partner or family.
Following this meeting your clinician completes:
- Multi-disciplinary discussion (at least two consultants discuss every case)
- Comprehensive report with diagnosis and outcome/treatment options such as medication or psychotherapy
- Employer report
Optional or additional services
ADHD aftercare consultation
£290
Contact us
I want to refer myself
If you think you know the type of support you need please feel free to complete the following brief enquiry form.
Do ask a trusted friend or family member to support you if you are struggling.
We will contact you within 1-2 working days to explore your requirements and how we can help.
I don't know where to start
We totally appreciate that it can seem overwhelming to try and navigate through the range of clinicians and support mental health clinic offers on any site including ours.
So if you are unsure where to start you can request a brief call back with one of our mental health professionals, usually a consultant psychiatrist or psychologist. They will help to explore the feelings you or a loved one is experiencing and guide you to the appropriate next step.
I need emergency assistance
Please note we are not an emergency service. If you need emergency assistance please explore the emergency resources here.
Neurodiversity
Amongst the MOAI team, there are several neurodiverse individuals. We feel passionate about improving access to thoughtful and comprehensive assessments, as well as learning and guidance after a potential diagnosis. Just as we embrace differences in race, ethnicity, and gender, neurodiversity is another form of human variety to be celebrated.
The MOAI clinical team can help you by providing a comprehensive and bespoke care pathway. This includes specialist assessments, detailed diagnostic formulations, tailored treatment plans, including psychological and behavioural interventions, as well as guidance and support to families and carers. In our clinical work we focus on two of the most common neurodiverse conditions, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), what is ADHD and Autism, what is Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
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Working with you to improve our service
At MOAI Health, we are committed to enhancing mental health services by working closely with patients, their families and carers. Our patient family and carer working group, comprised of individuals with direct experience in mental health services, collaborates to improve patient outcomes and the overall quality of care. We value feedback and actively use it to enhance our services. Learn more about our collaborative efforts and how you can provide feedback to improve our service.
Questions. Answers.
Help I don’t know where to start?
It can seem overwhelming to try and navigate through the range of clinicians and support mental health clinic offers. If you are unsure where to start we would suggest that you just make an enquiry and request a callback with one of our mental health professionals, usually a consultant psychiatrist or psychologist. They will help guide you to the appropriate next step.
For example, they might suggest you book in with a consultant psychiatrist for an initial assessment or they may feel you would benefit from a course of cognitive behavioural therapy and, if you agreed, refer you for a course of therapy.
Who completes assessments?
Depending on your need our enquiries team will likely have recommended that you, your child or the child you care for have an initial assessment. If, for example, this is to explore a diagnosis of ADHD then it will be with a consultant psychiatrist. If you are interested in trying to better understand unhelpful patterns of thinking or that you feel in some way stuck in your life it may be that you are more suited to a course of psychotherapy, in which case your first appointment would be with one of the psychotherapy team.
In the rare event that the clinician completing the initial assessment felt like your case would be better managed by a different member of the multidisciplinary team they would be able to refer you to that member of the team for ongoing support.
What is the difference between an in person and virtual assessment?
An in-person mental health assessment occurs face-to-face, allowing direct observation and communication. You will be invited to a clinical appointment and will attend in person. Your clinician will meet you when you have arrived and you will complete your review in a clinic room on site.
For a virtual appointment you will be invited to join a link to attend the appointment. We recommend that you find a quiet space, where you feel comfortable and that you are not overheard to complete these.
In terms of the content of assessments there is no difference between what is asked in either. There are obviously differences in how we all experience these different mediums and you will see that some clinicians offer both types while others prefer one modality. You may also have a preference as to the way you want to engage with treatment.
Where are your clinical services based?
Our team work from clinical rooms in Farringdon, London, called House on Snow Hill. These are peaceful and private clinical rooms, with comfortable waiting facilities and easy access. The House on Snow Hill information.
How soon can I get an appointment?
Please contact our enquiry team for availability for services.
What age does a child need to be to be assessed?
Our child services start from age 5.
What is the assessment and treatment process?
Generally the approach is that after you make an enquiry a clinician will meet with you to complete an initial assessment and this will inform a treatment plan.
For neurodiversity conditions we follow specific, gold-standard, assessment protocols. Please see the Attention Deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) pathway and Autism pathways.
What if I can’t get collateral information?
For some assessments clinicians will ask for collateral information to help inform a diagnosis. For example in assessing someone for ADHD. We are creative about how we gather this but if there is no way of gathering this, it does not preclude someone from an assessment.
What will happen after the assessment?
Following any assessment your clinician will write an initial report and formulation. These will form the basis of a treatment plan. A treatment plan may involve a course of psychology or work with an occupational therapist or medication.
Your clinician will work with you to create a collaborative treatment plan, which they will discuss with you, or if working with children, their family, carer or guardian.
Can I take my letter to my GP, and will they prescribe for ADHD medication?
With pharmacological treatment for ADHD we will complete the initial titration phase, and only once you are stabilised and happy with this will we move to a shared care agreement with your GP so they can oversee future prescriptions.
I’m not resident in the United Kingdom – can you still see me?
No. We only have a licence to work with patients living in the UK.
Do you offer any discounts or payment plans?
No. we do not at this stage offer payment plans or discounts.
Will my child be eligible for extra support at school?
For some conditions, such as neurodiversity, that are diagnosed your child may be eligible for additional support through an Education Health and Care Plan. An EHCP, formerly known as a 'Statement of Special Educational Needs,' is a legally binding document designed for individuals under 25 who require additional support in education, healthcare, and sometimes social care. It goes beyond what schools typically offer and may involve third-party agencies. It differs from SEN (Special Educational Needs) support, which schools provide independently, as an EHCP is for those needing more extensive assistance not covered by SEN support alone, requiring proof that SEN support is insufficient.
In an instance that your child receives an diagnosis of a neurodiverse condition, we will work with you to ensure we offer ongoing support to help you understand and access all the relevant information for an EHCP application if that is what you to apply for.
Will I get a prescription at the assessment?
This very much depends on the assessment and clinician, but if indicated our psychiatrists can prescribe at an assessment.
How can I contact my clinician outside of appointments?
We do not support direct contact with our clinicians however, it is understandable that questions come up for patients or their families. If this is the case please contact our enquiry team who will mediate communication between you.
I want to make a complaint
Patients, their family or carer can raise a complaint with MOAI Health ltd. in writing, by phone, email, or in person.
Please contact us by emailing [email protected] or call us on 02080898007.
You can send a written letter to; MOAI Health Ltd, MOAI Clinical, 112 scylla Road, Nunhead, London, SE153RZ
If you prefer please inform your clinician and they will instigate our complaints process as per our MOAI complaints policy.
What if I need to cancel or change an appointment?
At MOAI Health Ltd, we recognise that clients may sometimes need to make changes to their appointments. If you are unable to keep your appointment, we kindly request that you inform us as soon as possible through our contact telephone number 02080898007 or via email at [email protected].
We offer our clients the option to cancel or reschedule their appointments at no additional cost, provided that we receive notice at least 48 hours in advance of the scheduled appointment time.
In the event that less than 48 hours' notice is given, the following terms and conditions will apply:
Appointments that are cancelled or rescheduled with less than 48 hours' notice will be charged at 100% of the full fee.
For any inquiries or concerns regarding our appointment cancellation and rescheduling policy, please contact us through our email address provided above.