Adult autism & ADHD assessments · Whitstable, Kent · Community interest company
Community interest company · Whitstable, Kent
Kent Independent Autism and ADHD Service CIC offers clear, respectful and low-cost autism and ADHD assessment for adults, with formal diagnosis made by our CQC-registered clinical partner. We're a not-for-profit community interest company, so our fees are kept as low as we can make them.
We currently assess adults (18+) only. Children's ADHD assessments are planned for 2027, followed by children's autism assessments. What's coming in 2027
Assessment, diagnosis and support – clearly explained
We do not prescribe or manage medication, carry out titration or arrange shared care. If medication may help, your partner clinician or GP can advise on next steps.
Adult services & fees
Agreed before you book. No hidden costs and no add-ons. Every pathway starts with a free 15-minute call, and there's no obligation to go ahead afterwards. Assessment bookings open once our clinical partnership is confirmed – enquire now to join the pilot waitlist.
£450full pathway
A structured assessment using the DIVA-5 clinical interview, with diagnosis by our clinical partner.
£895full pathway
An assessment in line with NICE guidance, with particular care for masked and less typical presentations.
£1,150full pathway
For adults who think they may be autistic and have ADHD – one pathway, one report.
Full fee details, what's included and FAQs →
Low-cost by design
Private autism assessments in the UK commonly cost £1,500–£2,500. As a community interest company, we keep our fees low so assessment is within reach of more people.
What's not included
Assessment fees don't include medication, titration, shared care or reassessment. Counselling, CBT and coaching are available separately, with or without a diagnosis (see below).
How our assessments work
We carry out your full assessment. Formal diagnosis is made by our CQC-registered clinical partner, who reviews the evidence independently and meets you before making a decision.
Works with you directly throughout the assessment.
A CQC-registered consultant psychiatrist or clinic, independent of our assessment sessions. We're finalising this partnership now and will name them here before bookings open.
Your partner clinician makes their own independent decision. That can include not giving a diagnosis, or recommending further assessment. Either way, you'll have a detailed profile of your strengths and challenges.
Available now
Neuro-affirming support shaped around how your mind works. You don't need a diagnosis, and you don't need to have had an assessment with us. Online across Kent and the UK.
Talking therapy for anxiety, burnout, masking, low mood, relationships, and making sense of a suspected or new diagnosis, with our BABCP- and BACP-accredited therapist.
Practical one-to-one coaching for planning, time, focus, organisation and energy. We can also support you through an Access to Work application. Access to Work is run by the DWP, which decides eligibility and funding.
Growing our service
We're adults-only for now. These are the next steps we're working towards, subject to a clinical partner with specialist children's expertise. Register your interest and we'll let you know when bookings open.
ADHD assessments for children and young people, with input from parents, carers and school.
Our children's autism pathway will follow once the children's ADHD service is up and running.
Coaching for parents and families after a child's assessment – understanding it, finding what works and planning next steps together.
Right to Choose update · Kent & Medway
NHS Kent and Medway spent about £28.9m on Right to Choose in 2025/26 against a £5.3m budget. Routine autism and ADHD referrals are now on hold, and aren't expected to restart before April 2027. After that there's a backlog to clear.
Why it's paused & realistic waitsA clear, predictable journey
Five clear steps from first contact to your report. Select a step to see what to expect.
Try the ADHD (ASRS) or autism (AQ-10) screener below, then write down 3–5 real-life examples of everyday experiences, such as organisation, focus, sensory experiences or social energy. Written notes take the pressure off your memory later on.
A no-obligation phone, video or WhatsApp call to talk about what's brought you here and which assessment fits best. You can bring someone with you for support. If an assessment isn't the right fit, we'll say so and point you to other options.
Complete the forms at your own pace – you can save and come back. For autism assessments, the ADI-R needs someone who knew you well as a young child (usually a parent). For ADHD, input from someone who knew you as a child is helpful but not essential.
Structured sessions with your assessor – the DIVA-5 for ADHD, and the ADI-R and ADOS-2 for autism. Sessions can be online, or in person in Whitstable where appropriate. Take sensory or comfort breaks whenever you need.
Our CQC-registered clinical partner reviews your full assessment, meets you for a diagnostic consultation and makes the formal diagnostic decision. You'll receive our assessment report, your partner's diagnostic report and a feedback session that explains the outcome in plain language. Your reports can be shared with your GP, employer or place of study, and can support requests for reasonable adjustments or Access to Work (the DWP decides eligibility and funding). We don't prescribe or manage medication.
At your own pace
As a CIC, we exist to benefit the community, not shareholders.
DIVA-5, ADI-R and ADOS-2 – the same instruments used by NHS services – plus other validated tools where appropriate.
Formal diagnosis is made by a CQC-registered consultant psychiatrist or clinic.
Online sessions or a quiet room in Whitstable, with breaks whenever you need.
Low-pressure contact
We know making an enquiry can take energy. Message us whichever way suits you. We'll reply the way you prefer, without high-pressure phone calls.
Based in
Whitstable, Kent
Telephone
07572 793499Thank you – your enquiry has been sent.
We'll be in touch to arrange your free 15-minute call, usually within two working days.