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Autism Assessments in York

York Child Psychotherapy

First Floor
The Lodge
21 Front Street
Acomb
York
YO24 3BW

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Private autism assessments in our York clinic

The Autism Service has been delivering autism and ADHD assessments for both children and adults since 2019. Our aim is simple: to make high-quality, face-to-face assessments more accessible across the UK.

With over 700,000 people living with autism across the UK, we recognised the need to supply face-to-face appointments at more locations. Waiting months for an autism diagnosis can be stressful and opening our York clinic means private assessments are now more readily available.

Since launching our York clinic in May 2023, we’ve been able to increase regional capacity and carry out hundreds of assessments. Currently, we’re only carrying out autism assessments although these are available for both adults and children. If you require an ADHD or combined assessment, please book at one of our other locations. Bradford is currently our closest clinic that carries out both pathways.

Our clinicians deliver fast, accurate diagnostic assessments to identify whether an individual has ASD or ADHD.

Why people choose us

Our assessment pathways follow national guidance from NICE
You will only be seen by clinicians who are professionally regulated in their practice
Your assessment will include at least one in-person appointment
We use the best available tools to assist diagnosis
You will be assessed by a multi-disciplinary team
The outcome of the assessment will be recognised by external organisations

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Adult Autism Assessment

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Child Autism Assessment

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What to expect from your assessment

Below, you’ll find links to video resources we’ve put together to help you understand what to expect from the assessment process. If you have any questions at all on our process, please reach out and one of the team will be able to put your mind at ease.

Still of The Autism Service YouTube video

Adult ASD Pathway

Child ASD Pathway

    
 
 
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   Ian Harris 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. All the staff and clinicians were very friendly and put you at your ease. The whole process was so reassuring and you were made to feel comfortable at all times.
  
 
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   Jugana Nowak 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would highly recommend The Autism Service. Everyone we had contact with was incredibly kind, understanding, empathetic and very helpful. They responded to emails almost immediately, which made the whole process much less stressful for us.

My daughter usually does not like talking on the phone or online, but she felt comfortable and opened up during the appointments. She was happy to answer questions, which shows that the staff truly know how to approach and support their patients.

Even after the assessment was completed, they continued to be helpful and supportive. We are very grateful for their professionalism and care. I highly recommend this service.
  
 
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   Nicola Loasby 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Such a positive experience from start to finish.  We had been waiting three years for an NHS Assessment and decided to go private for our daughter.  From the start, there was a detailed plan in place.  I knew what was going on at every stage and the whole process was quick and well informed.  We have finally been listened to and have a report that helps us to provide the help and guidance our daughter deserves.  Thank you!
  
 
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   graham hussey 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very good service and very supportive
  
 
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   Jasmine Glanville 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. For a long time we struggled with our son and just knew there was something different about him. After being told NHS waiting times were over 24 months, we felt we had no choice but to go private for the sake of our 9-year-old. At that point, he would have been starting secondary school before we even received a diagnosis, and he was already struggling.

As parents, we felt it was our duty to get answers sooner rather than later.

Choosing The Autism Service was honestly the best decision we could have made. From start to finish the whole process was smooth, professional, and well communicated. We felt listened to, supported, and reassured every step of the way.

I would highly recommend this service to any parent in a similar position.

How to find us

Our York clinic is one of five clinics in Yorkshire (which also includes Bradford, Halifax, Sheffield and Hull). Located a few miles from York city centre, the clinic is situated on Front Street, Acomb. Acomb is easily accessed by bus services directly from York railway station.

Getting here

First Floor
The Lodge
21 Front Street
Acomb
York
YO24 3BW

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First Floor
The Lodge
21 Front Street
Acomb
York
YO24 3BW

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Dr Olivia Darbyshire

Clinical Psychologist

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York clinic FAQs

From York city centre, head out of town via Micklegate towards Blossom Street, joining the A1036. Follow the A1036 (Holgate Road) south-west, following signs for Acomb. Continue straight on as Holgate Road becomes Acomb Road. Stay on Acomb Road into the village — it becomes Front Street. We’re located on Front Street, Acomb.

No free parking available at the clinic, nearest parking is available at Morrisons which is opposite the clinic.

No, our York clinic isn’t wheelchair accessible. If you make a booking at the clinic, please contact our friendly team, who will make the necessary arrangements when booking an appointment with us.

There is currently no waiting list at any of our clinics. Please call us directly on +44 0300 303 0667 or submit a booking form above for full details.

At our York clinic, we currently only offer autism assessments for both adults and children. If you require ADHD or a combined assessment, please enquire at one of our other clinics. The closest location currently offering both assessment pathways is Bradford.

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