At Neuroaffinity, we offer high-quality autism assessments for adults across the UK, online and in person.
If you’ve always felt “different,” struggled with social interactions, sensory overload, or maintaining routines and relationships, you may be wondering if autism could be the reason.
Our team of HCPC-registered clinicians provides compassionate, evidence-based adult assessments for autism designed to bring clarity and support, no matter where you are in life.
Many people reach adulthood without ever receiving an autism diagnosis. Some may have spent years masking their traits, being misdiagnosed with anxiety or depression, or simply feeling misunderstood.
An assessment for autism in adults can offer important validation and a clearer understanding of yourself, your needs, and your strengths.
Choosing a private autism assessment for adults with Neuroaffinity means:
– Bypassing long NHS waiting lists
– Working with expert psychologists experienced in late-diagnosed autism
– Receiving a clear, well-evidenced diagnosis (if applicable)
– Gaining tools and recommendations to navigate life more confidently
Whether you’re seeking a diagnosis for personal insight, workplace accommodations, or mental health support, your reason is valid, and we’re here to help.
Our autism assessments for adults in the UK follow a clear, clinically rigorous process, while staying supportive and neurodiversity-affirming:
You’ll complete rating scales and questionnaires to evaluate autism symptoms and their impact. An assessment fee is charged only if you pass this initial screening.
Additional details may be gathered from family members or partners to gain a complete understanding of your symptoms.
A specialist autism clinician will conduct a clinical assessment through a face-to-face consultation or via a video conference, which will last between 60 and 90 minutes. For adults, it is beneficial if a family member who has known them since childhood can be present during this assessment.
A second face-to-face or video conference will be conducted, during which our specialists will observe how you interact in various settings. They will assess important aspects of communication, social skills, and repetitive behaviours. This evaluation may involve assessment tools like the ADOS-2 and can last up to 90 minutes.
Based on the gathered information, a diagnostic decision will be made according to the criteria from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). This will be done at a separate feedback appointment.
Within 7 working days of your autism feedback appointment, you will receive a written report by email. This report will include the clinical diagnosis and, if applicable, a proposed treatment plan.
You don’t need to attend a clinic to complete your evaluation. We offer fully online autism assessments for adults via secure video consultation.
These follow the same gold-standard clinical protocols as our in-person services and offer flexibility for those with busy lives, mobility needs, or sensory sensitivities.
If you prefer, we also offer in-clinic appointments across the UK.
We believe in straightforward pricing and flexible access. This includes the full process:
– pre-screening, interviews, diagnostic tools, written report, and feedback consultation
– A 25% deposit secures your appointment
– Interest-free payment plans are available to support accessibility
We believe in straightforward pricing and flexible access. This includes the full process:
– pre-screening, interviews, diagnostic tools, written report, and feedback consultation
– A 25% deposit secures your appointment
– Interest-free payment plans are available to support accessibility
Please note: that if the Specialist Clinician considers your case to be complex during the assessment, they may need additional information or seek advice from the Consultant Psychiatrist. This could potentially delay your report beyond the standard 7 working days.
There are lots of reasons to consider an autism diagnosis, and you may benefit from an adult assessment if you:
– Find social situations confusing or draining
– Rely on routines and struggle with unexpected changes
– Experience intense interests or hyperfocus
– Mask your true behaviours to “fit in”
– Feel misunderstood in relationships or at work
– Have sensory sensitivities to noise, light, or texture
– Suspect you’ve been misdiagnosed with anxiety or other conditions
Many of our clients explore an autism assessment test for adults after reading about autism online, relating to others’ experiences, or receiving encouragement from a loved one or therapist. If you don’t know where to start, check out our quick and free online autism test here.
Our online assessments follow the same NICE-compliant protocols and are conducted by experienced clinicians using gold-standard tools. They are just as clinically valid as in-person assessments.
Yes. Many people with autism are first diagnosed with other conditions. Our clinicians are skilled in identifying overlapping or misdiagnosed traits.
That’s okay, many people seek an autism self-assessment for adults before booking. If you resonate with common traits, a formal diagnostic assessment can provide clarity.
Yes. Our reports meet NHS and legal standards and are widely accepted for disability accommodations, therapy referrals, and education support plans.
Yes. Your diagnosis (if given) will be made by an HCPC-registered psychologist using NICE-compliant methods. You’ll receive a full diagnostic report.
From booking to feedback, the process typically takes 2-4 weeks, depending on availability and complexity.
Check out more of our Autism FAQs here.
Taking the first step toward diagnosis can feel daunting, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. At Neuroaffinity, we’re here to support you with respect, professionalism, and clinical excellence.
