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 diagnostic assessments for adults. 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 will start in early 2027, followed by children's autism assessments. What's coming in 2027
Diagnostic assessment – clearly explained
We provide diagnosis only at this stage. We do not prescribe or manage medication, carry out titration or arrange shared care. If medication may help, your report can be shared with your GP.
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.
£450full pathway
A structured diagnostic assessment using the DIVA-5 clinical interview.
£895full pathway
A NICE-aligned assessment 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
Our fees cover the diagnostic assessment only. We don't provide medication, titration, shared care, therapy or reassessment. If your report recommends further support, we'll point you to appropriate services.
How our assessments work
Every assessment is carried out by two independent clinicians working together. Your diagnosis is never one person's opinion signed off alone.
Works with you directly throughout the assessment.
A fully qualified, HCPC-registered Clinical or Educational Psychologist, working independently of the assessment session.
This means every diagnosis you receive has been independently verified before it reaches you. It's built into every assessment as standard.
Growing our service
We're adults-only for now. These are the next steps we're working towards. Register your interest and we'll let you know when bookings open.
Diagnostic 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 individuals and for families after a diagnosis – 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.
Your independent HCPC-registered psychologist reviews your full file against diagnostic criteria and co-signs your report. You'll then receive your written diagnostic report and a feedback session that explains the outcome in plain language. Your report can be shared with your GP, employer or place of study, and can support requests for reasonable adjustments or Access to Work. We provide diagnosis only – 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.
Every diagnosis is independently checked and co-signed by an HCPC-registered psychologist.
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.