Autism and Definitions
Sometimes, understanding how to talk about Autism and Autistic people can be very confusing even for those of us who have been working in...
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WELCOME TO
SPECTRUM AUTISM DIAGNOSTIC
ASSESSMENT SERVICES
Spectrum Autism Diagnostic Assessment Services specialise in neuro-affirmative private Autism Assessments for children and young people in North London, Essex, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, West Midlands and surrounding areas.
Spectrum Autism Diagnostic Assessment Services specialise in neuro-affirmative private Autism Assessments for children and young people in North London, Essex, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, and surrounding areas.
Our assessments meet the strict criteria set out in NICE Guidance and our clinicians are highly experienced with many years of diagnosing autism within both the NHS and private practice.
Our professionals prepare reports written with a positive and neuro-affirmative approach; we not only present the child or young person's differences but we consider their whole profile and also focus on the individual's strengths and abilities.
We provide autism assessments for children and young people aged between 5 and 25. However, in some situations we may be able to offer autism assessments for children as young as 3.
Autism is a lifelong neuro-developmental condition that affects how a person communicates with and relates to other people; how they manage relationships and social situations; and how they experience the world around them. Autistic people see, hear, and feel the world differently to other people.
More than one in one hundred people are on the autism spectrum and there are around 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK.
"I was recommended Spectrum by a friend. The thing that stood out for me when thinking about using them for my son's assessment was that they would come to our home to carry out his assessment (much better than having to do at a clinic, or virtually, like most other providers). Having now been the process the other things that stand out to me are how knowledgeable, lovely and responsive everyone is - every step of the way we felt supported. Also the report we received is so thorough with so many ideas for onward support! The follow up call was also very beneficial as it allowed us to ask questions and gain confidence in how to proceed going forward. I honestly couldn't recommend Spectrum highly enough - they made, what I thought would be an overwhelming experience, feel very positive and supportive." - Jane B
"Would highly recommend this company. Everyone involved in my teenage daughter’s assessment was very professional and happy to answer all our queries. The face to face meeting with my daughter was taken at her pace and every effort was made to minimise her anxiety. The whole process was completed within a couple of months of put first contact."
- Kim W
"I would absolutely recommend this provider for a professional service. They were very good at putting my son at ease and always very responsive to emails. From first contact we received a diagnosis in 2 months and a detailed report."
- Anna H
"We would recommend Spectrum as they have made the diagnostic process smooth with good communication and understanding. We now feel more confident to meet the coming challenges and are grateful to understand our sons needs better."
- Lucy C
ABOUT US
Spectrum Autism Diagnostic Assessment Services specialise in fully NICE compliant private autism assessments for children and young people in Hertfordshire, North London, Essex, Cambridgeshire, and beyond. We are able to accept referrals from families and individuals throughout the UK.
Our team is made up of highly qualified and professionally registered clinicians across a range of disciplines. We have many years of experience working with neurodiverse children and young people.
Why Choose Us?
We only provide face-to-face in-person observations, ensuring standardised assessments.
We are one of the few private services who offer post-diagnostic options for follow up and support.
We offer flexible locations, either at home or in clinic appointments, to best meet the needs of your child.
We are specialists in working with children and young people and in collaborating with schools.
We identify a person’s strengths and skills in our diagnostic reports.
We include both an initial outcome conversation followed by a 30 minute consultation after you have received your report to answer any questions and to discuss next steps.
We employ an Autistic Advocate to ensure all our assessment practices are neuroaffirmative and fully accessible.
FULLY NICE COMPLIANT
Our assessments are Gold Standard and meet or exceed the standards set out in National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) Guidance.
NEURO-AFFIRMATIVE
Our Assessments celebrate each child's uniqueness, along with highlighting any differences.
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