Private ADHD Assessments Near Hemel Hempstead
If you’re looking for a private ADHD assessment in or near Hemel Hempstead, Bloom Clinical provides comprehensive assessments for both adults and children across Hertfordshire.
NHS waiting times for ADHD assessments in Hertfordshire can be extremely long. The NHS’s own planning documents show that as of 2024, children in west Hertfordshire, the area serving Hemel Hempstead, faced waits of around three years for community paediatric services, including ADHD assessment. For adults, fewer than one in five patients were being seen within the NHS’s own 18-week target. At Bloom Clinical, we offer comprehensive private ADHD assessments for both adults and children from our clinic in St Albans, with reports typically delivered within 8 weeks.
- NICE-Guideline Assessments
- No GP Referral Needed
- Results Typically Within 8 Weeks
- NHS Recognised Reports
Adult ADHD Assessments (Ages 18+)
Our adult ADHD assessments are conducted in-person at our St Albans location or by a video consultation. You can complete the full process from home, with no need to travel to our clinic.
This is not a shortened or cut-down assessment. You receive exactly the same comprehensive evaluation, multidisciplinary clinical review, and detailed written report as our in-person clients, with the added convenience of attending from wherever suits you.
Your assessment includes:
- Pre-assessment screening questionnaires and psychometric measures
- Full clinical interview covering developmental history, current functioning, and lived experience
- Standardised diagnostic assessment tools, aligned with NICE guidelines
- Multidisciplinary team review, your case is reviewed collectively by our clinical team, not a single clinician
- Sensory processing evaluation, conducted by our certified sensory integration practitioners
- Detailed written report with diagnosis (where applicable) and specific recommendations
- Guidance on workplace accommodations and Access to Work applications where relevant
Children’s ADHD Assessments (Ages 1-18)
Children’s ADHD assessments are conducted in person at our clinic, which is located at St Paul’s Church, Blandford Road, St Albans, AL1 4JP, approximately 20 minutes by car from Hemel Hempstead via the A4147. Both on-site and on-street parking are available.
Our clinical space is designed with neurodivergent children in mind, and assessments are conducted by specialist clinicians experienced in working with children across a wide range of ages and presentations.
Your child’s assessment includes:
- Pre-assessment questionnaires for parents and, where appropriate, school
- Full developmental history and clinical interview with parents/carers
- Direct assessment and observation of your child using standardised, NICE-aligned diagnostic tools
- Input from school or other settings where relevant
- Multidisciplinary team review
- Sensory processing evaluation by our certified sensory integration practitioners
- Comprehensive written report with diagnosis (where applicable) and recommendations for home, school, and any EHCP processes
Is It ADHD, Autism, or Both?
Autism and ADHD frequently co-occur, and their symptoms can overlap significantly, affecting focus, sensory sensitivity, emotional regulation, and social communication. Assessing for one without considering the other can leave an incomplete picture and the wrong conclusions.
If you’re unsure whether you or your child may have autism, ADHD, or a combination of both, we offer combined assessments for children and adults. Our free 15-minute consultation is the right place to start. We’ll help you understand which pathway makes sense before you commit to anything.
How an ADHD Diagnosis Can Help
For adults, a diagnosis can:
- Make sense of a lifetime of underachievement, job losses, relationship difficulties, and financial struggles that never had a satisfactory explanation
- Open access to ADHD medication through your GP, which many adults describe as transformative, often for the first time, understanding what it feels like to sustain focus
- Support applications for reasonable workplace adjustments under the Equality Act 2010, such as flexible working, written instructions, or a quieter workspace
- Enable Access to Work funding for practical employment support
- Support a Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) application for those in higher education
- Lift years of accumulated self-blame, the belief that trying harder should have been enough, and replace it with genuine self-understanding
For children, a diagnosis can:
- Unlock practical school support such as extra time in exams, movement breaks, preferential seating, and reduced-distraction environments, adjustments that can transform academic performance
- Contribute evidence towards an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), a legally binding document requiring schools and local authorities to provide specified support
- Open the door to medication assessment, which for many children with ADHD produces significant and rapid improvements in focus, impulse control, and emotional regulation
- Replace a narrative of “naughty,” “lazy,” or “not trying” with an accurate neurological explanation, something that can have a profound effect on a child’s self-worth and mental health
- Give parents the understanding to advocate confidently for their child, and to parent in a way that works with their child’s brain rather than against it
What to Expect: The Assessment Process
1. Free 15-minute consultation
A no-obligation call with our team. You tell us your concerns; we explain the process, answer your questions, and confirm whether an assessment is appropriate.
2. Pre-assessment paperwork
You will complete a short online form and psychometric questionnaires that we’ll send to you by email. For children, we’ll also request input from the school.
3. Clinical interview
A structured conversation with one of our specialist clinicians covering your history, symptoms, and day-to-day experiences.
4. Diagnostic assessment
Using validated, gold-standard tools. These include the QB Test and Conners 4 (for face-to-face assessments) in our St Albans clinic, or online for adults if preferred.
5. Sensory processing evaluation
Conducted by our certified sensory integration practitioners, this component identifies specific sensory preferences and challenges and feeds directly into your report’s practical recommendations. It is included in every Bloom Clinical assessment as standard; most other providers do not offer this.
6. Multidisciplinary team review
Every case at Bloom Clinical is reviewed collectively by our clinical team, a deliberate quality check that goes beyond a single-clinician opinion.
7. Written report
Your detailed assessment report, including diagnosis where applicable and specific, actionable recommendations. Reports are typically completed within 8 weeks of your initial booking.
8. Post-assessment discussion
We’ll take you through your report and what it means. Your report can be shared with your GP to support any medication referral if appropriate.
ADHD Assessment Prices
Assessment Type | Price |
|---|---|
Adult ADHD Assessment | £850 |
Adult Combined Autism & ADHD Assessment | £2,350 |
Child ADHD Assessment | £1,450 |
Child Combined Autism & ADHD Assessment | £3,295 |
All prices include pre-assessment questionnaires, clinical interview, QB Test, diagnostic assessment session, multidisciplinary team review, full written report, and letters for schools, employers, or GPs where required.
If you suspect you or your child may also be autistic, or if you’re unsure whether ADHD alone explains their difficulties, our combined assessment evaluates both conditions together, which is more clinically accurate and more cost-effective than separate assessments.
Serving Hertfordshire
Our clinic is located at St Paul’s Church, Blandford Road, St Albans (AL1 4JP), in the heart of Hertfordshire. We see adults and families from across the county, including:
- St Albans, Harpenden, and Wheathampstead
- Watford, Bushey, and Rickmansworth
- Hemel Hempstead, Berkhamsted, and Tring
- Hatfield, Welwyn Garden City, and Potters Bar
- Stevenage, Hitchin, and Letchworth Garden City
- Hertford, Ware, and Hoddesdon
- Borehamwood, Radlett, and Elstree
- Bishop’s Stortford and Sawbridgeworth
- Cheshunt, Waltham Cross, and Broxbourne
Our St Albans clinic is accessible from Hemel Hempstead via the A4147, typically a 20-minute drive. On-site parking is available, with additional on-street parking on Blandford Road.
Can’t travel to our St Albans clinic? Adult ADHD assessments are also available fully online, wherever you are in the UK.
FAQs
Do I need a GP referral to book a private ADHD assessment?
No. You can self-refer directly, simply book a free 15-minute consultation and we’ll take it from there.
How long does the process take?
Most clients receive their completed report within 8 weeks of initial booking. The exact timeline depends on how quickly pre-assessment questionnaires are returned and appointment availability.
Do you offer online assessments?
Yes, adult ADHD assessments can be conducted fully online. Children’s assessments are in person at our St Albans clinic, approximately 20 minutes from Hemel Hempstead.
What if I'm also wondering about autism?
We offer combined ADHD and autism assessments for both adults and children. If you’re unsure which assessment is right for you, our free 15-minute consultation is the best place to start, we’ll help you make the right decision.
Will your report be accepted for workplace or university support?
Yes. Our reports include specific guidance for reasonable adjustments in the workplace, Access to Work applications, and Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) for those in higher education.
Can I share my report with my GP?
Yes. Your report is yours to share. Many clients provide a copy to their GP to support a referral for ADHD medication if that’s an appropriate next step.
How is Bloom Clinical different from other private providers?
Our assessments include a sensory processing evaluation conducted by certified sensory integration practitioners, something most providers do not include as standard. Every assessment is reviewed by a multidisciplinary team rather than a single clinician, and all our assessments are aligned with NICE guidelines. Our reports are written to be genuinely useful, not just diagnostic documents, but practical tools for getting the right support in place.
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Whether you require a single assessment to gain clarity or prefer ongoing therapy for consistent support, our tailored services are designed to meet your unique needs.
We understand that mental health and neurodevelopmental challenges can impact every aspect of life, from personal relationships to daily routines.
That’s why we focus on providing compassionate, professional care to empower you with understanding and practical strategies. With expert-led assessments and therapy options, we’re here to support you every step of the way, helping you navigate your journey towards improved well-being and confidence.