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Child and adult autism assessments Berkshire

What our assessment includes

Specialised clinic for autism & ADHD assessments

The Nook Neurodevelopmental Clinic offers a multi-disciplinary approach to diagnosing children and adults with ASD and ADHD.

Our clinic was founded by Dr Selina Warlow, a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of experience, and she works with a multidisciplinary team of experts including; Clinical Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists.

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Antonia B.
3 days ago
ADHD Diagnosis accepted by NHS 🙌🤩❤️
Claire D.
5 months ago
Brilliant service i went there as a desperate mum to try to get help and support for my daughter. I left feeling heard and not a failure as I felt before support Replied to emails and concerns quickly Very happy with service
Camilla R.
5 months ago
I cannot recommend The Nook highly enough, from start to finish (which only took a month from the initial phone call!) the whole team were brilliant. The assessment was thorough, we felt very heard as parents and our daughter who was nervous initially was made to feel comfortable and relaxed during her meeting. We cannot thank The Nook team enough for their professionalism, speed and thoroughness of their report.
Jessica T.
8 months ago
Contacted nook clinic for joint assessment of ASD & ADHD. We had all the appointments confirmed and booked within the same day of enquiring. All emails were responded so so fast! Which was great as we needed the assessments done asap. All the people we dealt with were absolutely lovely. Ellie was a great help after diagnosis’s as we had some questions, meeting was also booked very fast. Ellie made my son feel really comfortable through his meeting also. Thank you, to everyone that was involved in this process. Yous made a very hard progress also very easy and calming. Thank you again! Will recommend to anyone that is wanting to do the assessments with the book clinic
Joey
9 months ago
I can't recommend or speak highly enough of this clinic. From start to finish the team were professional, understanding and upfront. I contacted multiple practises and I chose The Nook because they provided me with a vast amount of specific information prior to confirming an assessment type with them. I liked the design of the website, I wanted a clinic who specialised solely in the assessment I required. The location in Farnham was calming, welcoming and reduced sensory overload. The therapist's I interacted with made the process clear and they were beyond patient and understanding of my challenges and difficulties. The contact outside of the assessments was timely, to the point and very clear. The report was in excess of 20 pages. To offer a follow up with the founder post diagnosis report was such a relief and gave me the opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns I had. Well worth the money.
vicky E.
9 months ago
We received an excellent service through The Nook. My child was keep comfortable and at ease. The report was timely and since has been invaluable in helping my child receive the additional support they needed. I would highly recommend The Nook to anyone who may be considering an assessment or diagnosis.
Ally J.
10 months ago
We chose The Nook for a combined ADHD and Autism assessment for our 10-year-old son after struggling to access NHS support due to long waiting times and red tape. From the very first contact, the experience was reassuring and supportive. Even before committing, I had a comforting phone call with Dr Selina Warlow, who took the time to listen to our situation and advise us honestly on the most appropriate assessment. The process itself was quick and straightforward; my son was offered his first face-to-face appointment within a week of confiming. Every member of the team was friendly, professional and brilliant at putting him at ease. We felt genuinely listened to and cared for throughout. The diagnostic report was prompt, personalised, thorough and incredibly helpful; clearly explaining his specific traits and offering practical strategies for home and school. Having this clarity has been invaluable. Both the report and the Dr also highlighted his strengths too, which has given our son a well needed confidence boost to, not only accept his diagnosis, but move forward with positivity. I would wholeheartedly recommend The Nook to any family seeking support.
David T.
10 months ago
Rachel M.
12 months ago
Smooth and speedy correspondence. Thorough review and friendly staff. Would highly recommend The Nook to others.
Kay R.
1 year ago
We have had an incredibly positive experience with 3 children. The team apply their expertise with great sensitivity and attention to detail. All of my children (from 6-18 years of age) experienced the assessment positively and one described it as a ‘really nice day’ out. The feedback for schools was very helpful.

Autism Assessments for Adults and Children (age 5 years- adults)

Our Autism assessments are in line with NICE guidelines, are multi-disciplinary and in line with the reports that we do in the NHS. The cost for an Autism assessment is £2,150. A joint ASD and ADHD assessment costs £2,750

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Make Contact

Contact us by email or phone

Get in touch with us by email or phone to refer yourself or your child for a private autism assessment at The Nook Neurodevelopmental Clinic. We are happy to answer any initial questions and guide you through the next steps.

Questionnaires

We will send out questionnaires to complete

Once booked, we will send out a set of questionnaires to gather background information. These screen for autism and related areas such as anxiety, attention, and emotional wellbeing. For child assessments, questionnaires are also sent to school (unless your child is not currently attending school).

Developmental Interview (ADI-R)

We will complete a full developmental history and learn about current experiences

We will arrange a detailed interview to explore developmental history and current experiences. This involves the Autism Diagnostic Interview–Revised (ADI-R) for children, or a comprehensive Adult Autism Interview for adults.

Face-to-Face Assessment (ADOS-2)

We will see you face to face for the ADOS -2 assessment

The formal assessment takes place in person at the clinic and involves a social communication assessment using the ADOS-2. This is carried out jointly by two experienced clinicians (e.g. Clinical Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, or Occupational Therapist) and takes around one hour.

Written Report

You will receive a detailed written report

You will receive a detailed, clear report outlining the assessment findings, diagnostic outcome (where appropriate), and personalised recommendations to support understanding and next steps.

Feedback and Support

We will meet you for a feedback call online

You can book a 30-minute feedback session via video call to talk through the report, ask questions, and ensure everything is fully understood.

If further support is needed, we can signpost you to trusted professionals and services to help with next steps, interventions, or adjustments.

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Autism and ADHD assessments in Berkshire

Dr Warlow has worked across mental health services including both the NHS and The Priory, and she is passionate about supporting children and adults through the assessment and diagnostic process. Our aim is to ensure that individuals and families feel nurtured and supported through this journey as we appreciate how important the process of seeking an assessment can be.

Once the assessment has happened and if someone gets a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) we will then support individuals and their families can better understand their diagnosis and support with guidance and recommendations for support. If someone does not meet the threshold for a diagnosis we will still support with guidance and recommendations for support.

For further information, please see our FAQs and our fees.

The Nook Neurodevelopmental Clinic is located in Oxford, Farnham Surrey & South Kensington Central London and is easily accessible from Berkshire via car or public transport.

Are you interested to hear how we could help? We are happy to discuss the assessment or answer any questions. To book your appointment or if you want any more information please contact us at admin@thenookclinic.co.uk or call us on 01252 720816.

Autism assessments for children and adults in Berkshire

We offer gold-standard assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We know it can be a big decision to seek an assessment for yourself or your child. We want to reassure you that we follow the NICE guidelines for assessing ASD, which are the guidelines followed by the NHS, and want to ensure the process of the assessment feels helpful and supportive.

The assessment would include sending screening questionnaires to parents and schools for child assessments and to the individual to complete for adult assessments. We would then complete an in-depth developmental history (ADI-R assessment) via video call and a face-to-face assessment using the gold-standard assessment tool ADOS-2. We will then write an in-depth report with tailored recommendations for support. Following the evaluation, we offer a feedback session to discuss any questions you may have about the assessment or report.

We are also aware that some adults and children with Autism may mask some of their difficulties, and that is ok, which is why we seek information from multiple sources.

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ADHD assessments for children Berkshire

Do you or your child show any symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity or impulsivity? We also offer private assessments for Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This includes assessing for inattentive, hyperactivity and impulsive and combined presentations.

We offer gold standard ADHD assessments using tools including the QB Check and ACE Assessment. If a diagnosis has been made, we provide parents/carers with recommendations for support. Also, if someone does not meet the threshold for a diagnosis we will still support with guidance and recommendations for support.

Our ADHD assessments follow the NICE guidelines, which are the same guidelines followed by the NHS. The assessment includes questionnaires for parents and/or carers/adults, and for child assessments, we will get an account from a child's school. However, We are aware that some children may mask their difficulties at school. We will then complete a developmental history with parents/carers for child assessment or an interview with an adult for an adult ADHD assessment. This is followed by a face-to-face assessment to complete a QB check, which is a computerised assessment that assesses for inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

As with all assessments, we will issue you a report outlining our findings and recommendations for future support. We aim to make the evaluation feel as smooth as possible for individuals and their families; please let us know if you would like us to assess this.

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) assessments Berkshire

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is understood to be a profile on the autism spectrum that may avoid or ignore anything that is seen as a demand or makes them feel highly anxious. This can significantly impact activities and behaviours both at home and school.

PDA is not currently recognised as a formal diagnosis but instead is seen as a profile within the Autism Spectrum. However, if a child presents with a PDA profile, this will be included in any assessment report and diagnosis.

If you need an autism or ADHD assessment in Berkshire, call now

Book your appointment today on 01252 720 816 or email admin@thenookclinic.co.uk

We also provide autism assessments Sussex.

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