Adult autism diagnosis costs - advice required

Hi my partner has just received a referral from his GP with suspected ASD. He is 49 & has been experiencing symptoms for many years. He is diagnosed with dyslexia but suspects it is also ASD.

I have asked a few Private Specialists how much they charge for an assessment & diagnosis, with the costs ranging from £1250 to over £2000. Waiting times vary from August 2022 to early 2023.

I was wondering if these are the average costs & timings or if there is a more affordable way of getting a diagnosis? He is currently very stressed by the whole process so unfortunately a long wait on the NHS is not an option at present.

Any advice/tips gratefully received!

Many thanks

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Jenny Butterfly over 3 years ago

My son has his done at the Retreat in York and I think it was around the lower end the the price range you mention. Less than 1500 anyway.

But recently I've noticed that Neurodiversity Training International are also offering assessments and am wondering whether anyone has any experience of them. The price is lower, the wait shorter and it looks as though it might be a smoother process. I was thinking about it for my husband.

www.neurodiversity-training.net/get-a-diagnosis
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NAS79384 over 3 years ago in reply to Jenny Butterfly

Hi Jenny,

Many thanks for this - it sounds like an interesting option; we shall look into it! My brother is also autistic and so this may be of use to him also.

best wishes
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NAS79384 over 3 years ago in reply to Jenny Butterfly

Hi Jenny,

Many thanks for this - it sounds like an interesting option; we shall look into it! My brother is also autistic and so this may be of use to him also.

best wishes
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