Recommendations by Leeds Parents
Every one knows that the NHS waiting times on getting a diagnosis are very long. Although outsourcing to Clinical Partners and the like has shortened the waiting times, it is still at unacceptable level for most people concerned about their children. Some parents who can afford, consider a private diagnosis, but they are concerned if the private diagnosis will then be challenged in the future by Schools and local authorities. This, along with the cost, can be a huge put off.
These are a few options that I have collected from parents feedback if you decide to go private
Clinical Partners
Clinical partners is an obvious choice in Leeds as they are also the same people being used by NHS. The cost is purportedly to be upwards of £1500 mark.
The waiting times can be very long as its a very busy practice. Please do call and check with them current waiting times as this can change.
There is a possibility to use “right to choose” and get Clinical Partners diagnosis via your GP , rather than waiting on the CHAMS list. So definitely worth exploring.
https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/psychology-services/psychologists-in-leeds
Oakdale Center
This is another private clinic that is used by NHS to off load the extra work in times of long delays. They are known to charge upwards of £2000, and payment can be made in 3 instalments. Waiting time is less than clinical partners. about 3 months when last reported, but again best to check with them directly for both waiting times and cost.
https://www.oakdalecentre.org/contact-us/#Contact-details
Oakdale Centre
49 Valley Drive
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG2 0JH
t: 01423 503080
e: reception@oakdalecentre.org
Axia in Chester
Axia in Chester get great reviews from all parents who chose them. Although this is at a distance so transport to there and back may be an issue. The cost at the time of reporting was upwards of £1500 but please check this as they could have changed and could be different for different needs.
Spectrum Northwest Warrington
Have heard good reviews bot no information on cost or waiting times.
You can find out more about them on their website here at https://www.spectrumnorthwest.org/service/private-clients-assessment/
Caudwell Children
This is a charitable organisation that provides an alternative diagnostic service. As it is free (charity funded and I think means tested), waiting time have been reported to be about a year. Although that is still faster than CHAMS
You can find out more about them here
https://www.caudwellchildren.com/services/autism/
Do you know any more? Help us by contributing
If you had a good experience with a private ASD/ASC assessment, please get in touch with use so we can update this page with your recommendations.