Who are ProblemShared?
ADHD assessments you can trust
ProblemShared was founded to provide better access to mind health services over a convenient and secure online platform. We have helped thousands of people receive an ADHD diagnosis, providing our clients with expert neurodevelopmental care.
What to expect from your ADHD assessment
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Leading the way in mind health
Our assessments are strength-based and person-centred.
We were the first provider to offer a neurodevelopmental service with post-assessment care included.
Our post-assessment support is a space for you and your family. You can understand your diagnosis better and receive ongoing support.
Our highly trained, accredited clinicians can prescribe medication where appropriate.
We’re fully online, meaning you can access our service from the comfort of your home.
Trusted partners
We’re regulated
ProblemShared is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), which means our neurodevelopmental service is regularly monitored, inspected, and held to high standards.
The CQC ensures that healthcare providers like us are delivering safe, effective services, so you can feel confident you're in good hands.
Certified practitioners
Our clinical teams are experienced, registered professionals who belong to professional regulatory bodies. They follow best practice guidelines and a strict code of conduct to ensure you receive high quality support.
Price and wait time
What it costs, and how long you’ll wait
Assessment price
£950
One payment for the whole assessment.
Includes the diagnostic interview and your full written report.
Post-assessment resources for everyone, and 8 weeks of access to support if you are diagnosed.
Wait time
2 weeks
This is the average wait time between the day we receive your completed forms and the day of your first appointment with us.
Thinking about an assessment?
Start with an optional consultation call for £100
If you’re considering an ADHD assessment but are not sure it’s the right step, a consultation call lets you talk it through with an experienced clinician first.
ADHD medication
If you’re diagnosed with ADHD and decide medication is something you’d like to consider, you’ll first need to meet our suitability criteria. Once these checks are complete, you can meet with our prescribing team to discuss what options are available.
Medication works differently for everyone, and we work with you to reach a stable place as safely and quickly as we can. Once you’re settled, we’ll then request that your GP takes over your prescriptions (shared care). If that’s not possible, you can continue receiving prescriptions from us.
Treatment planning session
£220
A one-off session with your prescriber to discuss whether medication is right for you and explore your options.
Personalised treatment plan
£550
Over approximately 16 weeks: regular titration sessions, monthly prescriptions delivered via our online pharmacy partner, correspondence with your GP, and a formal shared care request.
Review sessions and additional titration sessions, if needed
£185 each
Medication costs
Not included
The cost of medication is not included and can vary depending on the type of medication.
If your GP declines shared care
£40 per prescription
Annual review
£180
We’re required by law to review your medication each year, to make sure it’s still safe and working well for you.
ADHD medication
Before you book your assessment, check your medication suitability
If you’d like to consider medication after a diagnosis, you can check whether you’re suitable for our medication service before you book your assessment.
Some physical or mental health conditions, or medication you already take, may mean our service isn’t suitable for you.
Stories from our team
Our colleagues are not only passionate about supporting neurodivergent clients, many have lived experience too, Laura and Jono share their stories here:
Laura's story
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Jono's story
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How an adult ADHD assessment works
With you every step of the way
We know waiting for an assessment can feel long and stressful. That’s why we’re committed to making the whole process as accessible and affirming as possible.
How to get started
Four steps before we can book your assessment
Step 1
Tell us about you
Your name, date of birth, contact details and your GP practice.
Step 2
Answer some questions
We ask about your health and your circumstances. This is how we check that an online assessment is right for you.
Step 3
Check and pay
You check your details, then pay. You’ll see the full price of your assessment before you confirm.
Step 4
Complete your forms
Once we have everything we need, we’ll be in touch to book your assessment.
Ready to start your assessment?
Meet our team
We’re here for you
Every one of our ADHD clinicians is carefully selected, registered with the appropriate professional bodies, and trained in delivering online assessments. Many of our team members have led or worked within NHS teams, bringing expertise and often lived experience to their work, to give you the best possible care.
What our clients say
We are proud to have supported thousands of people on their mind health journey.
Signs of ADHD in adults
How many do you identify with?
Signs of ADHD in adults are not the same for every individual, and can be characteristic of either inattentive or hyperactive ADHD. While people with ADHD experience many of these signs, you may not experience them all.
Challenges focusing on tasks, conversations, and/or leisure activities.
Feeling restless, including fidgeting or leaving your seat and walking around.
Easily sidetracked or distracted, making it difficult to complete tasks or follow instructions.
Impulsive behaviours, such as interrupting people while they’re speaking.
Increased forgetfulness and difficulty organising yourself for school, work, or other events.
Putting off tasks or reluctance to engage with tasks that require concentration.
Ready to book your assessment?
Book your private ADHD assessment online. Not sure yet? Check your suitability, or book a consultation.
Frequently asked questions
Have a question?
Find answers to our most common questions.
What is included in a private ADHD assessment?
Here is what you will receive when you book a private ADHD assessment with us:
• An ADHD assessment with one of our registered clinicians, completed online, from the comfort of your own home
• A full written report - and your clinician will talk you through your results
• Post assessment support, with access to videos and resources you may find useful following a diagnosis
• The option to explore whether medication could be suitable to you, providing this has been recommended by your clinician (please note this is an additional service and will be charged separately)
How quickly could I be booked in for an assessment?
The typical wait for private ADHD assessments is two to three weeks, providing you have completed all your pre-assessment forms. As soon as we have all the required information we will go ahead and agree potential dates for online assessment.
What do I need for my appointment?
Your assessment takes place online, over video. You will need:
• A private space where you will not be interrupted
• A reliable internet connection
• A laptop or computer with a working webcam, or a tablet of at least 10 inches you can prop up hands-free
• To be comfortable having your camera on throughout
A mobile phone is not suitable for this assessment, this is because your clinician needs to see enough of your face and upper body, and a phone screen doesn’t allow for that.
Please check your set-up before the day. Having the right set-up is your responsibility, and if your appointment cannot go ahead or be completed without it, that counts as a missed appointment. If that happens, tell us as soon as you can - we look at each case individually.
When will I know my result, and when will I receive my report?
We aim to give you an outcome on the day of your assessment and in most cases, this is possible. Occasionally your clinician may need a little more time to look at something in greater detail, or to talk it through with colleagues. If that happens, they will discuss this with you on the day and let you know what to expect next. You will then receive your full written report within two weeks.
What happens if I want to consider medication?
If you’re diagnosed with ADHD following a private assessment with ProblemShared and you would like to explore medication, your clinician will discuss your options with you and potential suitability.
Medication is not included within this cost of the ADHD assessment, and you will pay separately for this service. If you decide to go ahead and explore if medication could be right for you, we will discuss the costs with you and get in touch to arrange your first appointment.
Our medication service is available to clients who have received their ADHD assessment with us using our private service. If you already have an ADHD diagnosis from another provider, we cannot offer you medication as a standalone service currently. If that changes, we will share any updates on our website.
I’m on the NHS Right to Choose waitlist. Can I pay for a private assessment?
Yes, as long as you haven’t already had an assessment with us. That applies whether you came to us through Right to Choose or through another partner.
Paying privately will not change your place on the Right to Choose waitlist. The two are separate. Once you have received your private ADHD assessment with us, we will close the ADHD part of your Right to Choose referral, as you will no longer need it. Any other referrals are not affected - for example, if you are waiting for an autism assessment.
One thing to know: when the service opens, you will need to sign up for a new account. Please use a different email address to the one on your Right to Choose account. Once you have provided us with your details and paid, our team can transfer any information you have already uploaded across to your new account.
What happens if I’m not diagnosed with ADHD?
Your clinician will talk through your results, what they mean for you, and any next steps that might help. Not everyone who comes to us for an assessment is diagnosed with ADHD. A clear answer either way can still be useful.
Is this service only for adults?
We are currently only offering private ADHD assessments for adults aged 18 and over. However, we do assess children and young people from the age of seven, through other routes - including the NHS Right to Choose scheme. We hope to offer private assessments for children and young people in future, and we will share any updates on our website.
Further reading
ADHD resources
Explore a range of supportive resources and guides to help you understand ADHD.
What does an ADHD assessment look like?
While each ADHD assessment provider will have their own nuances, there are plenty of things that all ADHD assessments generally have in common. Let’s explore.
How to complete your adult ADHD pre-assessment forms
You will need to complete your ADHD pre-assessment forms before we can add you to our wait list. Find out how to access and complete them here.
How to manage ADHD symptoms without medication
We spoke to our ADHD experts to learn some simple daily techniques you can use to manage symptoms of ADHD.
GP referral
Prefer to go through the NHS?
If paying for a private assessment isn’t the right option for you, you may be able to have a fully NHS-funded assessment with an approved provider, like ProblemShared. This is known as Right to Choose.
If you’re registered with a GP in England and they refer you for specialist care, such as an ADHD or autism assessment, you have the legal right to choose an appropriate healthcare provider.
