How much does a Birmingham private autism assessment cost?

At our Birmingham clinic, a private autism assessment costs £2,095. This includes the full assessment process, multi-disciplinary clinical review, a detailed written diagnostic report, and a feedback session. Full pricing details are available here.

Are private autism assessments accepted by the NHS?

Yes, our assessments are NICE compliant and use recognised diagnostic criteria. While the NHS does not “approve” private diagnoses, our private reports are routinely accepted by the NHS services, schools, universities, employers, and local authorities.

Is the assessment face-to-face or online?

Our Birmingham clinic offers face-to–face autism assessments, with remote options available where clinically appropriate.

How long is the waiting time for a private autism assessment in Birmingham?

You can usually begin your assessment within 2-3 weeks at our Birmingham clinic, significantly faster than NHS waiting times, which may be several years.

Do I need a GP referral for a private autism assessment?

You do not need a GP referral for a private autism assessment for us. Adults can self-refer, and parents can refer children under the age of 18.

Where is your Birmingham autism clinic located?

Our Birmingham Autism Clinic is located at: Hawkesley Health Centre 375 Shannon Road Birmingham B38 9TJ Getting there by car: Exit the A441 onto Branch Road and follow the road until the junction, where you will turn right onto Shannon Road. The health centre is the second turning on the right.

Private Autism Assessments in Birmingham

NICE-Compliant Autism Diagnosis for Children & Adults

If you are looking for a private autism assessment in Birmingham for yourself or your child, Jo Condon Autism Assessments offers thorough, evidence-based, NICE-compliant autism assessments for children aged 2+ and adults, delivered by experienced UK-registered clinicians.

Our Birmingham clinic is based at Hawkesley Health Centre in Kings Norton, supporting children, adolescents, and adults from across South Birmingham, Solihull, Bromsgrove, Redditch, and the wider West Midlands. We provide clear diagnostic outcomes, detailed written reports, and practical recommendations, with face-to-face appointments available within a matter of weeks.

We regularly support individuals and families seeking a respectful, person-centred route to clarity — helping people understand themselves or their child without the lengthy waits that currently affect many local NHS pathways.

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Experienced Autism Clinicians in Birmingham

All assessments at our Birmingham clinic are carried out by senior, UK-registered clinicians with extensive experience in autism diagnosis. Every clinician is professionally regulated, DBS-checked, and trained in the use of gold-standard diagnostic tools including ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition) alongside developmental history interviews and questionnaires.

Our team brings a multi-disciplinary perspective to each assessment, with backgrounds spanning clinical psychology, speech and language therapy, and specialist autism practice. This depth matters: many of the adults we see have lived with undiagnosed autism for decades, and many of the children we assess present with co-occurring difficulties — anxiety, ADHD traits, sensory differences — that benefit from a careful, considered eye.

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375 Shannon Road , Birmingham, West Midlands, B38 9TJ 01685 668 250 admin@jocondon.co.uk

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Birmingham Autism Clinic Location

Our Birmingham autism clinic provides private autism assessments for indivdiuals and families from across Birmingham and the wider West Midlands, including Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, Wolverhampton, Dudley, Sandwell and Walsall

Our clinic is located on Shannon Road, Birmingham, B38 9TJ.

We offer appointments between 9 and 5, Monday to Friday, at this clinic.

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Autism Assessments for Children in Birmingham

We offer private autism assessments for children aged 2 years and over at our Birmingham clinic. Our child assessments are designed to be developmentally appropriate, thorough, and family-centred, ensuring parents receive clear answers and meaningful guidance.

Our private child autism assessments in Birmingham may be appropriate if:

Your child has been referred for an NHS assessment, but you do not want to wait
A professional or school has suggested your child may be autistic
You have concerns about your child’s development, communication, or behaviour
Your concerns have been dismissed, but you feel something is being missed
Your child has already been assessed, and you want a second opinion

Child Assessment Process

Our child assessment pathway includes:

Pre-assessment screening and background questionnaires
Inofrmation gathering from school or nursery (where appropriate)
Detailed developmental history interview with parents/carers
Direct child assessment and structured observation
Multi-disciplinary clinical review
Comprehensive written diagnostic report
Feedback session with clear explanations and next steps

You can find out more about our child assessment process here.

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Autism Assessments for Adults in Birmingham

We provide private adult autism assessments in Birmingham for individuals aged 18 and over, including those who may have been missed, misdiagnosed, or unsupported earlier in life.

Many adults seek a private autism assessment after years of feeling misunderstood, overwhelmed, or exhausted by everyday demands. Our Birmingham-based clinicians offer a respectful, evidence-based assessment process that recognises how autism can present differently in adults, particularly women, non-binary people, and high masking individuals.

A private adult autism assessment in Birmingham may be appropriate if you:

Have been referred for an NHS assessment, but don’t want to wait
Have been told you show autistic traits and want clarity
Are experiencing chronic exhaustion, burnout, anxiety, or overwhelm that could be caused by undiagnosed autism
Suspect you may be autistic after personal research or reflection
Need a diagnosis to access workplace adjustments, university support, or Access to Work
Have previously been assessed and you want a second opinion

Adult Assessment Process

Our adult autism assessments follow a NICE-compliant diagnostic pathway and include:

Pre-assessment background and screening questionnaires
A detailed developmental and personal history interview
Direct clinical assessment and structured observation
Multi-disciplinary clinical review
A comprehensive written diagnostic report
A feedback session explaining outcomes and recommendations

All assessments are conducted by experienced, UK-registered clinicians specialising in autism across the lifespan. Reports are written clearly and are accepted by employers, universties, and public bodies.

You can find out more about our adult assessment process here.

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Why Choose a Private Autism Assessment in Birmingham?

A private autism assessment in Birmingham gives you a faster, more flexible route to a formal diagnosis. With Birmingham Community Healthcare publicly reporting average waits of around 70 weeks for a children’s autism assessment, many families are looking for an alternative that doesn’t sacrifice clinical rigour for speed.

Our Birmingham assessments are:

NICE-compliant — following the same diagnostic framework as the NHS
Carried out by experienced, UK-registered clinicians with a background in autism diagnosis across the lifespan
Available within weeks, not years, with face-to-face appointments at our Kings Norton clinic
Recognised by schools, GPs, universities, employers, and local authorities for support planning

We also recognise that autism can present differently in adults — particularly in women, non-binary people, and those who have learned to mask. Our adult assessments are designed to identify these subtler presentations alongside more typical patterns.

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What You Can Expect From a Private Autism Assessment in Birmingham

Every Birmingham assessment, whether for a child or adult, includes:

A dedicated assessment coordinator as your single point of contact
A NICE-compliant assessment pathway using DSM-5 diagnostic criteria
A multi-disciplinary clinical review of the information gathered
Direct assessment using the ADOS-2 alongside developmental history
A detailed, written diagnostic report
Personalised recommendations for next steps
A follow-up conversation to talk through the outcome

We aim to make the process clear from the outset — what will happen, when, and what you’ll leave with. For families travelling from across the West Midlands, appointments at our Hawkesley Health Centre clinic include on-site parking and easy access via the A38 and M42 J1.

Why Choose Jo Condon Autism Assessments in Birmingham?

Choosing the right clinician for an autism assessment matters. At our Birmingham clinic, you can expect:

A team that specialises specifically in child and adult autism assessment
UK-registered, highly experienced clinicians who understand how autism presents across ages, genders, and presentations
An assessment process that typically begins within a few weeks
A person-centred, neuro-affirming approach throughout
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
Face-to-face appointments at our clinic, with fully remote options where clinically appropriate

We know that seeking an autism assessment — for yourself or your child — can feel overwhelming, particularly when local NHS waits are long and there’s a lot of conflicting information online. Our role is to make the process clear, supportive, and grounded in evidence, so that whatever the outcome, you leave with a fuller picture of yourself or your child.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Birmingham private autism assessment cost?
At our Birmingham clinic, a private autism assessment costs £2,095. This includes the full assessment process, multi-disciplinary clinical review, a detailed written diagnostic report, and a feedback session. Full pricing details are available here.
Are private autism assessments accepted by the NHS?
Yes, our assessments are NICE compliant and use recognised diagnostic criteria. While the NHS does not “approve” private diagnoses, our private reports are routinely accepted by the NHS services, schools, universities, employers, and local authorities.
Is the assessment face-to-face or online?
Our Birmingham clinic offers face-to–face autism assessments, with remote options available where clinically appropriate.
How long is the waiting time for a private autism assessment in Birmingham?
You can usually begin your assessment within 2-3 weeks at our Birmingham clinic, significantly faster than NHS waiting times, which may be several years.
Do I need a GP referral for a private autism assessment?
You do not need a GP referral for a private autism assessment for us. Adults can self-refer, and parents can refer children under the age of 18.
Where is your Birmingham autism clinic located?
Our Birmingham Autism Clinic is located at:
Hawkesley Health Centre
375 Shannon Road
Birmingham
B38 9TJ
Getting there by car:
Exit the A441 onto Branch Road and follow the road until the junction, where you will turn right onto Shannon Road. The health centre is the second turning on the right.