Help for Psychology

Autism and ADHD assessment and diagnosis in Norfolk and the Midlands

Help for Psychology is a British clinical organisation whose team of specialist professionals is dedicated to the assessment and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder and ADHD in children, adolescents and adults. The organisation states that it has assessed more than 4,000 patients and operates from two clinics in England: one in Norwich, Norfolk, and another in Henley-in-Arden, in the Midlands region.

The team is led by Dr Judy Eaton and presents itself as a group of clinicians with extensive experience and a warm, approachable manner. The organisation states that it personally selects every associate professional through in-person interviews and rigorous background checks, with the aim of combining clinical competence and human qualities.

Services for children and adolescents

For children and young people, the clinic offers autism assessments and diagnosis, ADHD assessments, cognitive assessments, post-adoption assessments, post-diagnostic support and therapy. These services are aimed at families with suspected autism or associated conditions.

Services for adults

The adult offering includes autism assessments and diagnosis, diagnostic opinions, cognitive assessments, post-diagnostic support and therapy. The clinic also has a referral pathway called Right to Choose, which allows patients to access assessment through the UK public health system.

Services for professionals and organisations

Help for Psychology works with other organisations and professionals offering bespoke consultations, bespoke in-house training courses and peer supervision. The organisation notes that it works with clinical commissioning groups and adoption support teams, and that it carries out multidisciplinary assessments of children and young people who have experienced developmental trauma, including those with prenatal exposure to drugs.

Online assessments and screening

The organisation's website makes free online screening tools available to the public for autism in adults and children, as well as an autistic masking test (CAT-Q). These resources provide initial guidance before requesting a full clinical assessment.

Clinical approach and coverage

The organisation states that its aim is to offer personalised autism and ADHD assessments tailored to the complexity of each case, recognising that each person's journey is different. In addition to diagnostic assessment, the team offers post-diagnostic support and therapy. The clinic serves both private clients and public system referrals, and provides confidential services to other professionals and organisations.

Publications and resources

Help for Psychology maintains a blog with informative articles on topics such as rejection sensitive dysphoria in ADHD, the importance of early autism assessment or anxiety in autistic girls. It also offers guides, recommended reading and support resources for patients and families.

Locations and premises

Norfolk site: The Grange, 62 Spixworth Rd, Norwich, NR6 7NF

Midlands site: The Old Reckoning Rooms, Newhouse Farm, Edstone, Henley-in-Arden, B95 6DL