How long is the wait time for an ADHD assessment at The Effra Clinic?

The Effra Clinic currently has a wait time of approximately 3 months for ADHD assessments. (Last updated: updated 1 months ago)

Does The Effra Clinic accept NHS Right to Choose referrals?

The Effra Clinic does not currently accept Right to Choose referrals. You would need to self-fund your assessment.

Can The Effra Clinic prescribe ADHD medication?

The Effra Clinic cannot prescribe ADHD medication directly. They can provide a diagnosis and recommend medication to your GP.

Does The Effra Clinic offer shared care arrangements?

The Effra Clinic does not currently offer shared care arrangements with NHS GPs.

What assessment methods does The Effra Clinic use?

The Effra Clinic uses the following assessment methodologies: {"DIVA 5.0", ADOS-2, ADI-R, Creyos, "Clinical interview"}. Assessments typically take 120 minutes.

The Effra Clinic

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Maudsley-Founded ADHD & Autism Specialists

The Effra Clinic is a specialist mental health clinic focusing on ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder across all age groups. Founded in 2015 by three colleagues who met at the Maudsley Hospital and the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology, and Neuroscience (IOPPN, King's College London), they bring world-class NHS expertise to private practice.

Why Choose The Effra Clinic?

Maudsley Heritage: Founded by Maudsley-trained consultant psychiatrists
CQC Registered: Registered with Care Quality Commission (November 2024)
Gold Standard Tools: DIVA 5.0, ADI-R, ADOS-2, and Creyos computerised testing
Multi-Disciplinary Team: Consultant psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, and occupational therapists
All Ages: Children, adolescents, and adults served
Dual Locations: Central London (Wimpole Street) and Bristol satellite clinic
Online Available: Video consultations for patients across the UK

Assessment Services

ADHD Assessment (Adults & Children): £850

2-hour comprehensive evaluation
DIVA 5.0 gold standard diagnostic interview
Creyos computerised cognitive screening
Thorough psychiatric assessment
Comprehensive written report

Combined ADHD + Autism Assessment: £3,150

7 hours of direct clinical contact
Multi-disciplinary evaluation by 3+ clinicians
ADOS-2 and ADI-R gold standard autism tools
Single comprehensive report with recommendations

Clinical Leadership

Led by Dr Susannah Whitwell (co-founder) and Dr Stefanos Maltezos (registered manager), both consultant psychiatrists with extensive NHS and research backgrounds at Maudsley and King's College London.

Important Note

Prescription of ADHD medication is not included as part of the initial assessment. Post-diagnostic medication management is available separately.

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Services & Pricing

Prices may vary depending on your specific needs.

Assessment Services

Adult ADHD Assessment

Online / In-person

From

£850

Comprehensive ADHD assessment

Detailed written report with diagnosis and recommendations

Gold-standard assessment based on clinical guidelines

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Child ADHD Assessment

Online / In-person

From

£850

Comprehensive ADHD assessment

Detailed written report with diagnosis and recommendations

Age-appropriate assessment methodology

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Additional Services

ADHD + Autism Assessment

Online / In-person

From

£3,150

Combined ADHD and autism assessment

Comprehensive diagnostic report

Integrated treatment recommendations

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Pricing

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Adult ADHD Assessment

Wait: 3 Months

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Clinic Overview

Children (Under 12), Teenagers (12-17), Adults (18-64), Later Life (65+) assessments

1 location + online

4.2(218+)

Established2015

Team Size3+

Patient Reviews

Callum Thetford

a week ago

Dr Mansingh has been incredibly supportive & insightful from the very beginning. The whole process was straightforward, well organised & has very much left me with a positive experience. A massive thinks to him & the whole team.

Nick Lamming

a week ago

The ADHD centre were so responsive in getting my diagnosis and treatment sorted. From booking initial appointment to being medicated took 3 weeks. Dr Mansingh was very knowledgeable, compassionate and reassuring. He was excellent during the medication titration. The diagnosis but particularly the treatment has changed my life in a very positive wat.

Rehina IT

a month ago

Dr Mohammadinasab is an outstanding doctor. He was patient, kind, and genuinely listened to everything I said. I finally felt understood, and I truly appreciate that. The assessment was thorough, clear, and very supportive. I’m genuinely grateful for his professionalism. Highly recommended.

Neil McGuire

a month ago

Firstly the appointment started slightly later than the alloted time. Dr. Zadeh was nice enough, however on several occasions I needed to correct what he'd written as my answer as it wasn't what I'd said, making me think there was just a 'script' being followed rather than a full engaged assessment. I was unsure as to whether the business generally leans towards giving diagnosis, even if there are borderline answers, simply because it's private and there's money to be made. However, despite all, the assessment was professional in manner, not particularly engaging, but okay. I don't know how it would differ, if at all, should I have had an in-person assessment, or one via the NHS, but my feeling is, given the consultants work for the NHS, that it would be the same. In which case, the main benefit of the ADHD centre is speed.

AAa Liu

a month ago

DONOT COME HERE.The whole processes was so traumatic. The entire team has no general idea of assessment and communication. They’ve miscommunicated multiple times throughout. They just take your money and left you hanging. They also called my name wrong in one of the messages, despite have communicated for over a month. The centre was absolute joke. There were no receptionist or front desk. No one. When I arrived there’s no one I could ask and no one let me in the building. I called multiple times but no answers. Thankfully a stranger let me in. But with no front desk, no receptionist, no phone lines available, how do you expect people to know it’s the centre? The assessment were a joke. The doctor seemed distant and cold. And throughout the entire assessment it was filling out a form of questions, and hurrying me to answer a ‘yes’ or ‘no’. With no intention of getting to hear my experience at all. The doctor seemed to only want to complete the paper and go. After the assessment, they attempt to mischarge me for questionnaires. And after emailing and CALLING for multiple times, NOONE picks up. The team has no structure and the phone line has no general knowledge at all. After waiting for a week more only to have them call me and say the secretary isn’t working and want me to wait MORE. They only care about getting the money. Once they receive the money, no one cares to tell you what to do and have no interest to help you at all. There’s no point in continuing with them know all they care about is money and once they get that they don’t care about providing service just trying to get as much money as they can.

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