Private assessment- first stage

I too went private but initially with a Psychiatrist who diagnosed me with Aspergers. I wrote about 8 pages of A4 abour my life, quirks and daily struggles. He clearly read this, because he was able to ask me pertinent questions. He recommended a full assessment and initially saw a Psychologist for a pre-assessment in order to decide whether i should have the full assessment. Luckly she did and after an observational assessment with another Psychologist and two 1.5hr interviews (one with my wife present) - I got the confirmation diagnosis. The Psychiatrist cost £300, pre-assessment £280 and the full assessment £1500.

I would write copious notes, include any odd stories that stick in your mind and they'll have more to work with. Thr eye contact thing is a bit of a myth. Although i find that when i explain stuff I always look away anyway. 

Thanks John, i paid £330 and it was with a clinical psychologist to assess whether a full assessment would be necessary. I took 4 pages of A4 notes with me and didnt even give them to her or refer to them as she focused on my family, childhood. Basically felt like because i function adequately I cant be autistic

Alwaysconfused said:

Basically felt like because i function adequately I cant be autistic

I'm married with a child and a chartered engineer - I could function / faked things very well until it all got too much and I totally burned out at 47.

Thanks, did you see my reply to your other comment as to why i was seeking an assessment? Do you think it would be worth pursuing any further? Don’t know what to do!

Thanks, did you see my reply to your other comment as to why i was seeking an assessment? Do you think it would be worth pursuing any further? Don’t know what to do!