Adult Assessment – Why Get A Diagnosis?

A diagnosis of FASD can greatly help in accessing specialist help, tailored to your unique requirements.

Obtaining a diagnosis ensures that reasonable adjustments are made in education and workplace settings, including situations such as exams and interviews.

A diagnosis of FASD may be a significant factor when applying for an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), helping to secure necessary resources and services. An EHCP can be obtained upto the age of 25.

A diagnosis of FASD can guide treatment planning for therapy and support from the wider network of services.

For many individuals, receiving a diagnosis can provide a sense of understanding them self and being understood. A diagnosis of FASD means being part of a large community worldwide. This can boost wellbeing and mental health, reduce isolation, and foster a sense of belonging within the neurodiverse community.

Your assessment will be undertaken by one of our experienced Clinical Psychologists, according to the NICE (National Centre for Clinical Excellence) guidelines for the Diagnosis of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.

How does a FASD assessment work?

Step 1: You can book a FREE 15 minute online consultation with one of our team to ask any questions about our service and work out whether a diagnostic assessment might be the right next step for you.

Step 2: Complete our Referral form with relevant information about yourself.

Step 3: Initial two-hour Clinical Interview (£500). We will arrange a two-hour online interview for adult client, with one of our Clinical Psychologists who will then lead your assessment if you choose to proceed. The interview will focus on symptoms which are part of the diagnostic criteria for FASD as well as other possible explanations for difficulties. At the end of the interview the Clinical Psychologist will offer advice allowing you to make an informed decision about whether to proceed with a full assessment.

Step 4: In person assessment and questionnaires. One of our psychology team will meet with you to conduct the WAIS-IV, the gold-standard measure for different areas of cognitive functioning. After your assessment we will ask you to complete some questionnaire measures. To assess the domains of Executive Functioning Communication, Attention and hyperactivity and Emotion Regulation.

Step 5: Report writing. All the information collected will be compiled into a comprehensive and detailed assessment report which includes a diagnosis (if appropriate) plus recommendations for home and for educational provision or workplace.

Step 6: Multi-disciplinary Team meeting and decision. All the professionals involved with your assessment will meet to review the findings in consultation with Dr Cassie Jackson, Consultant Clinical Psychologist from the National Centre for FASD, to decide whether criteria are met for a diagnosis of FASD.

Step 7: Report and Feedback meeting. We will send you the completed report and arrange an online feedback meeting with your clinical psychologist for yourself, along with any other family members r professionals you would like to invite.

Step 8: GP letter. With your permission we will write a letter to your GP, and to any relevant educational settings confirming any diagnosis so that you can access the support you need.

How much does it cost?

Initial 2 hour meeting with a clinical psychologist: £500

Remainder of the assessment including detailed report and feedback meeting: £1,500

Total cost = £2,000 for clients who are self-funding.

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