Private ADHD, Mental Health Assessments & EMDR Therapy — online across the UK
Private ADHD, Mental Health Assessments & EMDR Therapy — online across the UK
Whether you’re preparing for an assessment, supporting a family member, or simply looking fortrustworthy information, this page brings together answers to common questions, guidance for families,and links to respected national organisations. If you can’t find what you need, please get in touch — we’re always happy to help.
Flourish provides planned assessments and is not an emergency or crisis service. If you or someone you care about needs urgent support, please reach out to one of the services below — they’re there for you, day and night:
Samaritans — call 116 123, free, 24 hours a day, every day
Shout — text SHOUT to 85258 for free, confidential 24/7 text support
NHS 111 — for urgent medical or mental health advice (select the mental health option)
YoungMinds — support for young people and for parents worried about a child
999 — if there is immediate danger to life, always call 999
Monday - Friday: Evening & Weekend When Required
There’s no need to revise or rehearse — the most helpful
thing you can do is answer honestly, in your own words. Complete your pre-assessment questionnaires when you can, find a quiet private space for your online appointment, and jot down anything you particularly want to mention. If you’re nervous, tell your clinician — that’s completely normal, and they’ll go at your pace.
Your report belongs to you. We share it only with you [and, for young people, with parents/guardians as agreed], and with your GP or others only with your consent.
An experienced ADHD nurse with accredited ADHD assessment training. Flourish was founded by Jane and Rosie, Registered Mental Health Nurses with over 25 years' combined experience across NHS and private services.
No — you can refer yourself, or your child, directly to us.
We aim to offer your appointment within 72 hours of enquiry.
Talking to your child about the assessment. Keep it honest and low-pressure. Many families find it helps to describe the assessment as “a chance to understand how you think and what helps you” — not a test, and not something to pass or fail. Reassure them that it’s simply a conversation with a friendly nurse, done from home.
Before the appointment. We’ll send questionnaires for you to complete as parents, and one for your child’s school — teachers see a side of your child that home doesn’t, and their input makes the assessment stronger. Your nurse reads everything before the appointment, so nothing rests on your child having a “good day” on the day.
On the day. The appointment takes around two hours, online. Choose a quiet, comfortable space, and let your child settle in however helps — a drink, a fidget toy, a favourite jumper are all fine. Your nurse will explain everything in plain language and go at your child’s pace.
Afterwards. Your written report arrives within 10 working days, followed by a feedback call to talk everything through — including what the findings mean day-to-day, and what support might help at home and school. With your consent, we send the report to your child’s school and GP.
The UK’s leading charity for autistic people and their families, with practical guides on everything from diagnosis to education and employment.
The UK’s leading charity for autistic people and their families, with practical guides on everything from diagnosis to education and employment.
The UK’s leading charity for autistic people and their families, with practical guides on everything from diagnosis to education and employment.
The UK’s leading charity for autistic people and their families, with practical guides on everything from diagnosis to education and employment.
The UK’s leading charity for autistic people and their families, with practical guides on everything from diagnosis to education and employment.
The UK’s leading charity for autistic people and their families, with practical guides on everything from diagnosis to education and employment.
The UK’s leading charity for autistic people and their families, with practical guides on everything from diagnosis to education and employment.
The UK’s leading charity for autistic people and their families, with practical guides on everything from diagnosis to education and employment.
If you haven’t found what you’re looking for, we’d genuinely rather you asked than wondered. Get in touch and our team will point you in the right direction — whether or not that’s an assessment with us.
