Private Autism Assessment · the West Midlands · CQC-Registered

Private autism assessmentin Birmingham.

Start with the free AQ-10 screening, then compare CQC-registered clinics serving the West Midlands on price, format and the instruments they actually use.

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Birmingham & NHS waits

Your local autism assessment options in Birmingham

In Birmingham, adults referred for autism assessment often wait considerably longer than those referred for ADHD, because the two run on separate commissioning routes and autism assessment is more clinician-intensive. Waits commonly run to years. What you get at the end matters here: there is no medication for autism, so the written report is the outcome that carries value — it is the document that supports reasonable adjustments at work or in education under the Equality Act 2010. Check it is included before booking anywhere.

Assessments from
£425
Shortest published wait
1–2 weeks
Nearest consulting room
9 miles · Solihull
Can assess you by video
14 clinics
The NHS position

Who decides NHS funding in Birmingham

NHS autism assessment for Birmingham is commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull ICB. Whether NHS Right to Choose is open, capped or paused here is its decision, not a clinic's, and it can change at short notice. How Right to Choose works →

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What actually happens

Inside an autism assessment in Birmingham

The stages a thorough assessment covers, and the instruments a CQC-registered clinic should be able to name when you ask.

  1. Screening

    AQ-10
  2. Pre-assessment history

  3. Diagnostic assessment

    ADOS-2 · ADI-R
  4. Report and outcome

    NICE CG142
  5. After a diagnosis

    Adjustments · support

What each stage involves, in full →

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Clinics for Birmingham

CQC-registered autism clinics near Birmingham

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HealingYoungMinds

Healing Young Minds is a UK clinic led by Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists offering assessment, diagnosis and management of neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions in children and young people. It provides multidisciplinary diagnostic assessments for ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder using standardised tools, with reports produced by a consultant psychiatrist and input from speech and language therapists and other associated professionals. The service accepts self-referrals and also works alongside the NHS and with Aviva-insured clients.

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Midland House

Midlands Psychology is a Midlands-based multi-disciplinary practice offering autism assessment and diagnosis for both children and adults, delivered by psychologists, occupational therapists and speech and language therapists. Their child assessment package includes diagnostic interview, structured observation, cognitive assessment, speech and language and sensory screening, feedback appointment, and post-diagnosis support through their AU-SUMS group. They also provide adult autism assessments, post-diagnosis support, courses for parents and professionals, and individual therapy, but the site content does not mention ADHD assessment services.

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Burton

Midlands Psychology is a Midlands-based multi-disciplinary practice offering autism assessment and diagnosis for both children and adults, delivered by psychologists, occupational therapists and speech and language therapists. Their child assessment package includes diagnostic interview, structured observation, cognitive assessment, speech and language and sensory screening, feedback appointment, and post-diagnosis support through their AU-SUMS group. They also provide adult autism assessments, post-diagnosis support, courses for parents and professionals, and individual therapy, but the site content does not mention ADHD assessment services.

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The Hayes

Midlands Psychology is a Midlands-based multi-disciplinary practice offering autism assessment and diagnosis for both children and adults, delivered by psychologists, occupational therapists and speech and language therapists. Their child assessment package includes diagnostic interview, structured observation, cognitive assessment, speech and language and sensory screening, feedback appointment, and post-diagnosis support through their AU-SUMS group. They also provide adult autism assessments, post-diagnosis support, courses for parents and professionals, and individual therapy, but the site content does not mention ADHD assessment services.

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Midlands Psychology

Midlands Psychology is a Midlands-based multi-disciplinary practice offering autism assessment and diagnosis for both children and adults, delivered by psychologists, occupational therapists and speech and language therapists. Their child assessment package includes diagnostic interview, structured observation, cognitive assessment, speech and language and sensory screening, feedback appointment, and post-diagnosis support through their AU-SUMS group. They also provide adult autism assessments, post-diagnosis support, courses for parents and professionals, and individual therapy, but the site content does not mention ADHD assessment services.

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14 other clinics can also assess you by video from Birmingham, if you would rather not travel.

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Good questions

Private autism assessment in Birmingham: FAQ

How much is a private autism assessment in Birmingham?
Private adult autism assessments in the UK typically range from around £800 to £2,500, depending on the instruments used and whether a written report is included. Listed clinics show indicative pricing up front and confirm the exact fee before you book.
Do I need a GP referral to be assessed in Birmingham?
No referral is needed to start. Take the free AQ-10 screening first; if a full assessment looks worthwhile you can compare CQC-registered clinics that assess privately without a GP referral.
What does an adult autism assessment involve?
A clinician takes a detailed developmental and life history, then uses structured instruments — commonly ADOS-2, ADI-R or a comparable interview — to assess social communication, sensory experience and patterns of behaviour. Where possible they also gather information from someone who knew you as a child.
Is the written report included in the price?
It varies by provider, and it matters more for autism than for ADHD: there is no medication, so the report is the outcome. It is the document that supports reasonable adjustments at work or in education under the Equality Act 2010. Always check whether the quoted fee includes it.

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