I see adults who are exploring whether autism might explain their experiences. Whatever your background, I'm here to give you an honest, carefully reasoned answer.

I see patients aged 17 and over and don't assess children or younger adolescents. I specialise in late-identified autism in adults, and there's no upper age limit. Autism can be identified at any age.

I accept self-referrals. It is good practice to share information between health professionals, so if you have a letter or similar, do send it to me ahead of time.

Yes. This is offered at Central Health London. The ADHD assessment takes place on a separate day to reduce fatigue and ensure sufficient time is given to both assessments. I don't provide medication titration, but I'm happy to refer you to a colleague who does. If you're considering ADHD medication, it's also worth checking with your GP whether they would support a Shared Care arrangement before booking.

No, and it's common. Many adults I see already have diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, ADHD, or conditions like EDS and hypermobility. Autism doesn't exist in isolation from these, so I consider the whole picture rather than assessing it as a standalone question. Where presentations overlap, I take time to understand what's explained by what, rather than assuming one diagnosis rules out another.

Yes, in certain circumstances, referring you to another professional is the right thing to do. If a personal or professional connection could affect my objectivity, I'll refer you to a colleague. If you're in crisis or need urgent support, you'll need a service better placed to provide immediate care. Assessment in the context of a learning disability falls outside my area of expertise, and I'll help direct you to an appropriate specialist. I don't undertake court or medico-legal work. If private fees are a barrier, I'd also encourage you to explore NHS Right to Choose services.

Yes. I welcome LGBTQ+ and gender-diverse patients and have experience of the ways autism assessment can intersect with gender identity and sexuality. My aim is for you to feel respected, understood and able to be yourself throughout the assessment process.

Yes. Autism can be understood and experienced differently across cultures, and I take that into account throughout every assessment. I'm also careful not to mistake cultural differences in communication or behaviour for autistic traits. If there's anything about your cultural or family background you'd like me to be aware of you're welcome to mention it when you get in touch.

Fees vary by clinic. I'd recommend contacting the clinic you're enquiring with directly for the most accurate, up-to-date pricing: Central Health London or London Lauriston Clinic.

Most people self-fund their assessment. I'm recognised by WPA, Healix and Blue Cross Blue Shield (formerly GeoBlue), although the level of cover varies. I'd recommend checking directly with your insurer before booking.

No. I'm not a Right to Choose provider, so I'm unable to accept referrals funded through that route.

Waiting time depends on demand, but I try not to let my waiting list grow beyond eight weeks. If you have a specific timeframe in mind, let the clinic know when you contact them: Central Health London or London Lauriston Clinic.

I offer assessments at two London clinic locations:

• Central Health London: autism assessments, combined autism and ADHD (AuDHD) assessments, and remote assessments.
• London Lauriston Clinic: autism assessments.

Their details can be found on the contact page.

Yes. All face-to-face assessments are conducted from CQC-registered clinics. While individual CQC registration is not required for autism and ADHD assessment work, I choose to practise from CQC-registered healthcare settings to ensure clients are seen in regulated clinical environments with established standards for quality, safety and governance.

Yes. Remote assessments are offered through Central Health London, provided you're based in the UK and there are no factors that would make an in-person assessment more appropriate.

If the screening indicates that a full assessment isn't appropriate, you're only billed for the screening itself, not the full assessment fee.

Yes. I review the evidence independently and avoid reading the previous assessor's conclusion until I've formed my own view. That way, my opinion is based on the information available rather than influenced by what came before.

Reasonable clinicians can differ on complex presentations, and a second opinion is most useful when it starts with a fresh look.

Within one week of your appointment, sent securely by the clinic. What the report covers is set out in the assessment guide.

My assessments have been recognised by the NHS, GPs, colleges, universities, employers, and international sports teams. Your report is written by someone who used to run an NHS autism diagnostic service and who lectures other psychiatrists on this topic, including on the NHS England funded National Autism Training Programme for Psychiatrists (NATPP).

From my records, around four in five people who come to me for assessment receive an autism diagnosis. That said, every assessment is individual, and the outcome depends on your own history and presentation.

My priority is always a thorough, honest assessment, whatever the outcome.

I offer psychoeducation, extended feedback sessions to help you understand what your autism means for you, appointments involving partners or family members where helpful, and onward referral to trusted psychologists, therapists and occupational therapists. The aim is not simply to give you an answer, but to help you make sense of it.