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Adult Autism & ADHD Assessments in Nottingham

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Private Adult Autism & ADHD Assessments in Nottingham

If you are seeking clarity around autism or ADHD as an adult, I provide structured private assessments for individuals in Nottingham and the surrounding area.

Many adults begin exploring an assessment after recognising long-standing difficulties with attention, organisation, emotional regulation or social communication that may have been present for many years.

A comprehensive assessment can help provide clarity and understanding, alongside practical recommendations to support work, relationships and everyday life.

I offer private autism and ADHD assessments for adults in Nottingham, following National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines.

Why adults seek an autism or ADHD assessment

Many adults seek an assessment after a period of uncertainty about long-standing experiences such as:

  • Difficulty maintaining attention or focus
  • Challenges with organisation or time management
  • Feeling easily overwhelmed by everyday demands
  • Social communication differences
  • Sensory sensitivities
  • Emotional regulation difficulties


For some people, these experiences have been present since childhood but may not have been recognised earlier.

A formal assessment can help clarify whether autism, ADHD or another factor may be contributing to these difficulties.

What happens during an adult autism or ADHD assessment

Assessments follow established clinical guidelines and involve gathering information from multiple sources to build a clear and balanced understanding of your experiences.

The process typically includes:

Initial phone consultation

A short consultation provides an opportunity to discuss your concerns and determine whether a full assessment would be appropriate.

Screening questionnaires

You may be asked to complete structured questionnaires to gather further information about your experiences.

Clinical assessment appointment

The full assessment usually takes around 2–3 hours and may include:


  • Developmental history
  • Current difficulties and strengths
  • Medical and mental health history
  • Use of recognised diagnostic tools

Written diagnostic report

Following the assessment, a detailed written report is provided outlining findings and recommendations.

Contact Dr Francis to arrange an adult ADHD assessment or to view full details of the assessment fees.
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Adult Autism & ADHD Assessments in Nottingham

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Assessments take place in a calm and supportive clinical environment, designed to help individuals feel comfortable discussing their experiences.

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Adult Autism & ADHD Assessments in Nottingham

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are answers to some of the most common questions about ADHD and autism assessments, including the assessment process, timescales and next steps. If you need further information, this can also be discussed during the initial phone consultation.

How long does an adult ADHD assessment take?

A full adult ADHD assessment typically lasts around two to three hours and includes a structured clinical interview alongside recognised diagnostic tools.

Can adults be diagnosed with autism later in life?

Yes. Many adults seek an autism assessment after recognising lifelong patterns in communication, social interaction or sensory experiences.

Do you offer private ADHD assessments in Nottingham?

Yes. Private ADHD assessments are available for adults in Nottingham and the surrounding area.

What happens after the assessment?

After the assessment, you will receive a detailed written report outlining findings and recommendations. If appropriate, further support options may also be discussed.

What are your fees?

An ASD (autism) assessment and report costs £1,995. Payment is made in two instalments:

An initial deposit of £997.50 to secure the assessment, and a final payment of £997.50 when the report is completed.

An ADHD assessment and report costs £1,500. Payment is made in two instalments:

An initial deposit of £750 to secure the assessment, and a final payment of £750 when the report is completed.

Initial phone consultations and screening questionnaires cost £75 and are deducted from your final fee if you decide to go ahead with a full assessment.

Are your assessments and reports accepted by NHS services?

NHS autism and ADHD assessment services often have very long waiting lists, sometimes up to 2 years. It has therefore become common for people to seek a private assessment to speed up the assessment process.

NHS services will read Dr Francis’ reports and as long as the assessment process is considered thorough and follows NICE guidelines, they are likely to accept the diagnosis and provide support where needed, such as tailored mental health support.

Where does the ASD assessment take place?

ASD assessments are offered at Dr Francis’ office in Castle Donington, which is convenient for people travelling from Leicester, Derby and Nottingham.

Parts of the assessment process, such as developmental history taking, may be completed over the phone.

Where does the ADHD assessment take place?

ADHD assessments are offered at Dr Francis’ office in Castle Donington, which is accessible from Leicester, Derby and Nottingham. Parts of the process may be completed over the phone where appropriate.

I’m interested in an ASD assessment. What are the next steps?

If you are interested in an ASD assessment, please get in touch via email or the contact form with a brief outline of the issues.

Dr Francis will then arrange a 20-minute telephone consultation and screening questionnaires to gather further information and determine whether a full autism assessment is appropriate.

I’m interested in an ADHD assessment. What are the next steps?

If you are interested in an ADHD assessment, please get in touch via email or the contact form with a brief outline of the issues.

Dr Francis will then arrange a 20-minute telephone consultation to gather further details. ADHD screening questionnaires may also be emailed. If appropriate, a date for a full ADHD assessment will then be arranged.

Are you professionally registered?

Yes. Dr Ashley Francis is professionally registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). His registration number is PYL33429, which can be verified via the HCPC website.