The West Dorset Practice

ADHD Assessments in Poundbury, Dorset

The West Dorset Practice offers comprehensive ADHD assessments for adolescents and adults at their clinic in Poundbury, Dorset. Assessments can be conducted face-to-face or virtually.

Assessment Process

Clients attend one clinical appointment (approximately 2 hours) to complete clinical interviewing including the DIVA5 diagnostic interview. The practice uses diagnostic criteria including ICD-10 and/or DSM-V.

Post-Diagnostic Support

If you receive a diagnosis of ADHD, the practice offers post-diagnostic sessions to help understand and make sense of the diagnosis. These include:

• Educational component on managing ADHD traits
• Future planning support
• Post-diagnostic sessions available at additional cost

Clinical Standards

All clinicians are trained in NICE recommended assessment tools and have worked in NHS diagnostic assessment services, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based assessments.