Autism Assessments for Young People

Seeking an assessment for Autism can be daunting for young people and their families. Our clinical team is here to take you through the process.

Our detailed autism assessment will help you understand your young person’s specific needs, establish whether what they are experiencing is Sutism, and provide guidance on what to do next.

Our Autism assessments are available for children and young people aged 5+.

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What is Autism?

Autism, also known as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person thinks, communicates and interacts with others.

It is typically diagnosed in early childhood, but its effects can persist throughout a person’s life. Not all individuals with Autism will display the same symptoms or severity of symptoms.

Whilst diagnostic manuals refer to Autism Spectrum Disorder, there is increasing recognition that Autism is best understood as a condition rather than a disorder.

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What to expect

Autism assessments are carried out by one of our Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists or Clinical Psychologists. We follow an evidence-based protocol with three stages. The first is structured parent interview in which we complete a questionnaire called the ADI-R (Autism Diagnostic Interview, Revised). The second is an observational session with the young person where we will ask them to complete a series of activities – this is called the ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule Second Revision).

Following their assessment sessions you will be invited to an outcome meeting in which your clinician will be able to share with you their thoughts on whether a diagnosis of autism best captures the challenges your young person has been facing. You will receive a detailed report of their findings and recommendations on next steps.

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Our Bloomsbury clinic is now open

We’ve created a calm, nature-inspired clinical space in the heard of Bloomsbury.

ADHD assessments will now take place here in one of our dedicated rooms for children and young people.

Autism Assessment Fees

Autism Discovery Call

Free

Book a free 15-minute discussion with a MOAI psychiatrist to explore if an Autism assessment is right for your young person. This safe and informal space is a chance for you to share why you believe they might have Autism and discuss the unique challenges you are facing as a family.

Autism Assessment

£2900

Your assessment will be carried out by an experienced CAMHS Psychiatrist.

A complete assessment includes:

  • Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R) (120 mins / £1160)
  • Clinical observation and Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) (60 mins / £580)
  • Autism report writing (£580)
  • Autism outcome meeting (60 mins / £580)

Following this, your clinician completes:

  • A multi-disciplinary discussion with at least one other clinician to review your case
  • Comprehensive report with diagnosis, outcome and treatment recommendations

Autism Follow-Up Services

From £180

Support does not stop the moment you receive your diagnosis. Your clinician will suggest whether or not your young person would benefit from follow-up consultations or psychological support. This could include:

  • Follow-up consultations (60 mins / £580)
  • Autism aftercare psychological support review (50 mins / £180)
  • Follow up psychological consultations (50 mins / £180)

Frequently asked questions

If you have a question that isn’t listed, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

It’s normal to be unsure whether an Autism assessment right for your young person. This is why we offer free 15-minute discovery calls with our clinicians. It’s your chance to discuss why you think you may have Autism with a professional, who will be able to tell you if an assessment may be beneficial.

They will be assessed by a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist or Clinical Psychologist. These are senior mental health professionals who are specially qualified to diagnose neurodevelopmental differences such as Autism.

The initial parent interview (ADI-R) can be held in-person or online. The observational appointment (ADOS-2) is in-person only.

Following your booking enquiry we aim to see you and your young person as soon as it is suitable. We suggest taking some time between your booking enquiry and your assessment to complete the pre-assessment questionnaires.

You will be invited to attend an outcomes meeting where you clinician will talk you through whether or not they feel your young person has Autism, in addition to recommendations on your next steps.

Following your assessment we will discuss your case with at least one other clinician. This is to ensure the quality of your assessment and to check that they agree with our findings. Once this discussion has taken place we will finalise your report and treatment recommendations.

We aim to get this two you with 2-3 weeks of your assessment.

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 contact-us@moaihealth.app.

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 enquiries or concerns regarding our appointment cancellation and rescheduling policy, please contact us through our email address provided above.

Our service unable to provide support during a mental health crisis, however we have put together some useful resources so you can access help and support. Read our mental health crisis guide.

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Amy Quinn
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I went to MOAI Health for my ADHD assessment and they have been amazing throughout. Dr Davey has a good heart and you can tell he genuinely has your best interest at heart and listens to what you have to say. Who is currently dealing with the exhusting back and forth with the NHS on my behalf. The other person who really stood out and was happy to go above and beyond was Clinical Secretary, Kirsty Phipps who was my first point of contact at MOAI and I imagine it's this way for everyone going through the service. From start to now Kirsty has been there always at the other end of of a call or email. Wether you need help with one of the questionaires, booking an appointment, want to know more about the process or just want to ask for an Update on where things are at. She is a lovely, kind and compassionate person who genuinely cares and just wants to help people. She never made me feel like she was to busy or just trying to get me off the phone. Thank you Kirsty for all you hard work. Thank you Dr Davey for your compassion. And Thanks MOAI Health for actually Caring.
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I genuinely couldn't recommend MOAI Psychology highly enough. From the beginning, the whole process felt professional, supportive and genuinely focused on me as an individual rather than simply treating me as another client going through a service. I completed 12 therapy sessions with Dr Evie Bamigbade, and the experience has had a profound impact on me. Evie has an incredible ability to challenge you and encourage you to look at things differently, while creating an environment where you feel completely safe to be open and honest. I went into therapy wanting to better understand myself and how I deal with my emotions. I've come away with not only a much deeper understanding of myself and some of the patterns I've carried for years, but practical tools that I now use in everyday life. I've noticed genuine changes in how I handle difficult emotions, anxiety, relationships and stressful situations, and people around me have noticed the difference too. What I appreciated most was that I never felt judged or as though I was being told how I should feel. I was helped to understand what was happening, develop the skills to deal with it and ultimately trust myself to use them. I'm incredibly grateful to Evie and the wider team at MOAI for the support I've received. Finishing therapy actually felt bittersweet because I enjoyed the sessions so much, but I think coming away feeling equipped to continue the work yourself is probably one of the best endorsements of good therapy I can give. An excellent service and an experience I'm genuinely very thankful for.
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Beth Baird
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The clinic has been so very supportive of my daughter who at age 17 was diagnosed with dual form ADHD. Dr Singh and then Dr Davey could not have been more helpful, and have been warm, clinically insightful and professional at all times. Thank you all for your assistance in getting her through her exams and off to her chosen University in London. Your secretarial staff are also excellent!
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Charlotte Lucas
23 days ago
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Professional and approachable. Moai carried out detailed wellbeing research, working with our staffing body. Every member of the team fedback that the process was insightful and valuable and management noticed a decline in unexplained absence.
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Michael White
23 days ago
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We were in a very difficult situation with a very unwell member of my family. MOAI Health helped co-ordinate the assessment care needed. I can’t thank them enough for the compassion and empathy they demonstrated.
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Christopher Crane
23 days ago
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We had an excellent experience with MOAI Health when our son underwent an ADHD assessment, and I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending them to other parents. We had become concerned about his concentration and felt that a professional assessment would help us better understand what he was experiencing and, importantly, what we could do to support him. From the outset, the whole process with MOAI Health was extremely professional, efficient and reassuring. The assessment itself was conducted in person by a professional who was excellent with our son. He was made to feel comfortable throughout, and the clinician managed to engage with him in a way that felt straightforward and stress-free. Everything was explained clearly to us, both during the assessment and afterwards, and we came away with a much clearer understanding of our son's needs. The detailed report we received was comprehensive, clearly written and included a range of useful recommendations to help us support our son going forward. It has also been very helpful to share the report with his school, giving them a better understanding of his needs and how they can support him. Overall, we found MOAI Health to be professional, knowledgeable, efficient and genuinely helpful. The whole process was pain-free, and we now have a clear diagnosis together with practical guidance on the next steps. I would certainly recommend MOAI Health to any parent who is considering an ADHD assessment for their child. They made the process straightforward from start to finish and provided us with exactly the clarity and practical advice we were looking for. A thoroughly excellent service.
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Jamie Franklin
27 days ago
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So happy to have gotten the support and help from MOAI and Dr Kiran Shetra. So appreciative that I was able to have access and the opportunity to use the service. Every employer should utilise and offer MOAI Health.
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Gus Anderson
29 days ago
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Very good experience with Moai. Helped me get to the route of my issues and suggest methods to maintain moving forward. Quick replies and very supportive therapists. Overall I found the experience hugely beneficial.
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32 days ago
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It was very good, made me think in a different way. My issues haven't gone away but I'm trying to think differently about it.
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35 days ago
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Great place and great people who made genuine positive change in my life. Thank you!

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