Your ADHD Patient Journey

At Private ADHD, we believe in delivering a clear, compassionate, and efficient journey from first contact to long-term ADHD support. Our process is designed to ensure rapid access to expert care, accurate diagnosis, and personalised treatment – whether you're seeking an online ADHD assessment or in-clinic services.

Our founder pursued medicine after frustrations with ADHD care that he had witnessed first hand. His simple mission statement is to be at the forefront of solving the ADHD crisis in the UK. This has been his life long goal and mission. With this empowering outlook, PrivateADHD was formed to support and encourage others with ADHD to thrive.

Along with the other members of our team, his journey led to him becoming an NHS-recognised ADHD Psychiatrist.

Step 1: Getting Started – Registration and Initial Screening

Your ADHD journey with Private ADHD begins with a simple booking process. You can either book your private ADHD assessment directly online or contact our dedicated team, who will guide you through your options and help you choose the most suitable appointment type — whether that’s a video consultation or an in-person assessment at one of our UK clinics.

We offer flexible appointment options, including both online ADHD assessments and face-to-face consultations at our UK clinics. You’ll receive a clear explanation of what to expect at every stage, with guidance from our friendly admin team.

If you're unsure whether your symptoms may indicate ADHD, we offer a free ADHD screening test to help you decide. This short, evidence-based questionnaire explores common ADHD symptoms such as inattentiveness, impulsivity, hyperactivity, and difficulty concentrating. Based on your results, our clinical team will advise whether a full diagnostic assessment is recommended.

Step 2: Pre-Assessment Preparation

Once your assessment is scheduled, you’ll be sent a pre-assessment pack to complete. This includes detailed medical history forms, lifestyle and sleep questionnaires, and a review of any current or past mental health conditions. You'll also be asked to provide basic health data such as blood pressure, weight, and height.

We may also recommend patients to complete an optional QbCheck – a clinically approved, computer-based test that provides objective data on attention, activity, and impulsivity. This test can be completed either remotely or in our clinic, and its results are used to support a robust and evidence-based ADHD diagnosis.

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Step 3: Diagnostic Consultation with a Specialist

Your full ADHD assessment will be conducted by a UK-registered clinician with specialist training in adult or child ADHD. During this structured consultation, the clinician will use internationally recognised diagnostic tools (e.g., DIVA-5 or ACE+) alongside the pre-assessment data and QbCheck results to build a comprehensive picture of your symptoms and history.

The consultation typically lasts 60–90 minutes and concludes with either a confirmed ADHD diagnosis or a detailed explanation of why criteria have not been met. In either case, you’ll receive a written report and recommendations for the next steps.

Step 4: Tailored Treatment Options

Following diagnosis, you will be offered a range of private ADHD treatment packages suited to your needs. These include:

Medication management: Initiation and titration of stimulant or non-stimulant ADHD medication.
Psychological therapies: Access to CBT, coaching, and counselling.
Combined care: Blending medication and non-pharmacological interventions.

ADHD medication affects key neurotransmitters dopamine and noradrenaline in the brain to help with attention and concentration.

Although not a permanent cure for someone with ADHD, this ADHD medication can help with symptoms such as feeling calmer and helping the individual to feel more focused.

Step 5: Medication Initiation and Titration

If medication is part of your plan, your clinician will start with a carefully monitored titration process. This involves adjusting the dosage over time to maximise benefits while minimising side effects. You’ll receive regular check-ins (typically every 2–3 weeks), either via video call or secure phone call, to monitor your response.

During this period, you will also have access to email support and emergency guidance if needed. Your progress is documented, and any issues can be quickly addressed.

Step 6: Confirming Stability and Monitoring Progress

Once a stable and effective medication regime has been found, you’ll undergo a repeat symptom questionnaire to objectively measure improvements. This allows your clinician to confirm that treatment is having the desired effect and that you’re functioning well in daily life.

Stability isn’t just about symptom control – it’s about improvements in self-esteem, relationships, productivity, and mental wellbeing. We assess all these areas before moving to long-term care planning.

Step 7: Shared Care with Your GP

At this stage, we offer to establish a Shared Care Agreement with your NHS GP. This allows your prescription to be issued and managed through your GP, with our team continuing to oversee your clinical review and support needs. We handle all necessary communication with your GP and provide supporting documents to simplify the transition.

Not all GPs participate in shared care agreements, but our team will advise you on your options and continue private prescribing if required.

Step 8: Ongoing Support and Annual Reviews

ADHD is a lifelong condition, and treatment doesn’t end after diagnosis or initial therapy. At Private ADHD, we provide ongoing support through annual reviews, repeat prescriptions, QbCheck monitoring, and access to our team of ADHD-trained professionals.

We also offer non-clinical support such as:

ADHD-specific coaching
Family and relationship support
Educational and workplace accommodations

Our holistic model ensures that every aspect of your wellbeing is supported.

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Getting treatment for ADHD quickly is important to help with any adverse effects of this mental health disorder on studies or work, which is why we are proud to offer quick and thorough ADHD assessments online with our specialised ADHD psychiatrist doctors.

We offer appointments for ADHD titration too (treatment dosage) and autism appointments.

If you are wondering if you have ADHD, please use our free symptom checker. Research the ‘ ASRS symptoms checker’ and insert statics about the sensitivity and specificity of the symptom checker test.

Our Reviews

Absolutely amazing experience with Dr. Pav and his team. He’s a fantastic ADHD specialist. Knowledgeable, kind, and truly cares about his patients. The staff is very supportive too, and the whole process was smooth and professional. Couldn’t have asked for better care!

MEERA RAVI

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Undertook the ADHD diagnosis and management courses. Highly recommend, the courses are very informative and exceptionally presented by Dr Pav who keeps everyone engaged with a mix of educational material as well as activities that test our understanding.

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We were extremely impressed with the whole procedure and would definitely recommend! Appointments were easy to make and waiting times extremely quick. The Doctor was very knowledgeable and great at putting us at ease.

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"Absolutely amazing. Felt completely heard and helped."

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Hasan Lunat

I had a brilliant experience. The team was amazing and made me feel very at ease as it can be quite daunting. They have stayed in contact with me all the way up to my assessment. I feel like they went above and beyond to make sure I had the right care. Oliver Trafford was amazing and reassured me that everything was going to be okay. He answered one of my questions. Angel was an absolute delight by helping me and keeping in contact, and listening to me at any time that I messaged...

The customer service team were fantastic. Responded quickly and never skipped any important information I had. They always answered any questions I had. Oliver was amazing in the assessment. He let me rant on a little bit and I never felt like I couldn't speak. He was always willing to sit and listen to my answers, and if there were topics I didn't want to answer he made sure to move on. I never felt forced. I can't say thank you enough

I can’t recommend this company enough. It’s been life changing for me. Lovely people to deal with through the whole process. I have spoken to Mercadez Muniz from the start. She couldn’t do enough for me to help me on this journey. I would be lost without her help.

Josh Payne

I tried Concerta 38mg as part of my ADHD treatment, but unfortunately, it wasn’t the right fit for me. Despite not being able to continue the full course of treatment due to financial reasons, Dr. Pav was incredibly understanding and supportive. He advised me free of charge and kindly arranged to transfer my care agreement to my GP at no additional cost. If I decide to return to a private clinic in the future to continue managing my ADHD, I would 100% choose to work with Dr. Pav again

Gina **Radeva

I can’t thank this clinic enough! The ADHD assessment was thorough, and the staff were so helpful. After my ADHD diagnosis, they explained all my options, including ADHD medication, which has helped me stay organised and focused. I was super happy with everything and might get my girlfriend booked on because she is more worse concentrating than me

Pezhman Nezhadi

"Best money I have spent - Highly Recommended Mercedez was very helpful and answered my questions very promptly on Whats app, and Mercedez arranged my appointment very quickly, within a few days. Dr Pavan Kooner was very thorough, helpful and understanding. I finally got the validation I needed after all these decades of stress and struggle. I don't have to feel a failure anymore. It is simply the Best Money I have spent. I got the reports sent to me very quickly. Many many thanks Dr Pavan Kooner, Mercedez, and PrivateADHD. Highly Recommended"

Verified Doctify Review

I had my ADHD assessment with PrivateADHD today and it was honestly such a smooth, positive experience. Angel was amazing! So patient and kind, and always quick to answer my (many) questions! Dr Pav made me feel really comfortable during the assessment and explained everything clearly. I got my diagnosis the same day, and everything has been great. Highly recommend!

Ellen Moore

Amazing customer service, put me at complete ease and guided me through every step of the process smoothly and completely stress free

I waited nearly 2 years for an NHS ADHD diagnosis; following the NHS appointment in April I was told the wait to start medication would be 8-10 months. In complete despair, I decided to seek private treatment- I contacted Dr Kooner and was able to book a diagnostic reassessment and initial medication titration appointment within 24 hours, and received my first prescription within 3 days. Having access to medication has been an absolute game changer for me and I am so thankful to Dr Kooner

Sophie

"I’m very happy with the accuracy and the professional I get from this private company and the help I got for my son ADHD. Money talks you get your worth"

I have been under consultation with Private ADHD for about 2 months now. I have found that it has helped me in coping with my ADHD symptoms and have benefited from the one on one consultations with my assigned Doctor. It has helped me so much that I can talk to someone who can understand how I feel and give sound advice on how to cope with my anxieties and concerns. and prescribe medications to help achieve this. To have waited for any sort of diagnosis through the NHS would have taken years...

Anna Robinson

Absolutely amazing. Felt completely heard and helped.

Was assisted by Shanice who was just amazing and professional. My appointment with the Dr Pav was nothing short of acceptional. My assesment was simple and the turn around time was a few days. Truly amazing with a swift response

Goolam haniff

Private Adhd literally turned my life around. I couldn't have asked for a better doctor. My life has changed for the better. Thank you Angel and most of all Thank you Dr Pav

Bor Rola

I first met with Dr Kooner about my daughter who had already been diagnosed with ADHD but I just couldn't find anyone who could prescribe. Dr Kooner spent a long time explaining that the person prescribing has to be the one that had performed the assessment. He kindly repeated the assessment efficiently & at a reasonable fee, arriving at the same diagnosis of my daughter with ADHD. Since then his management of her care has been absolutely second to none. We meet every 3 weeks...

Lucy

"I cannot recommend this psychiatrist enough. They have helped me with many problems, providing exceptional support and care."

Meera Ravi

Dr Kooner is so good, we already had a diagnosis for our 14 year old daughter but urgently needed to start treatment. Dr Kooner saw us within one week and we had medication delivered within a couple of days. The service is excellent and we feel extremely lucky to have found him. Our daughter has started treatment now and after just 3 weeks we have noticed positive improvements.

After a disappointing experience with another company I came here and it was fantastic , the first time I've ever felt understood

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I had a consultation with the doctor after moving from the USA and needed to get my aderall medication. We discussed that there were alternatives in the UK and despite documentation would need to redo the assessment.Once we had started the medication the elvanse was noticeably weaker to what I was used to in USA however the doctor adapated quickly. He switched me to short acting medication which helped a lot.After several difficulties with pharmacies previously due to the stock i

Parth Verg

"Dr. Kooner is the best doctor both myself and my daughter have had the pleasure to meet and work with. He has transformed our lives in the way he listened to us and diagnosed both of us. He has an incredible bedside manner, very thoughtful, measured and never judging. He also has a very good aftercare service and you can see and feel he is genuinely caring for you and seeking the best possible outcome. I highly recommend Dr.Kooner"

Peter M

"I've never been listened to since I've been able to go to the doctors myself for help... It wasn't until I seeked private help with Dr Kooner at PrivateADHD, where I was finally listened to and taken seriously. He went through everything in so much detail and diagnosed me with ADHD. We have regular catch ups to ensure the medication is working for me, which is great... Since being placed on the recommended medication by Dr Kooner, my life has changed for the better, everyone around me has seen such a positive outcome and change."

Betheney

"Absolutely amazing company and people working for it, couldn’t recommend more. Life changing decision and one of the most positive experiences I have ever had. My doctor it’s so easy to talk to, so compassionate about what he does, it makes so easy to connect and feel so comfortable to open up and he totally honest. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to Dr Kooner and all the team!"

Agnes Zwierk

"Dr Kooner actually spent ages discussing my adult son & related issues. It is easy to make appointments, Dr Kooner is always on time, lovely to speak to & the medication arrives pretty much within 48 hours. I am just so glad that we came across Dr Kooner & Private ADHD. Thank you Team Dr Kooner!"

"Dr. Kooner is the best! He is so reliable and has great and fast communication. When I first moved to London, it was very difficult for me to get the ADHD prescription, I was taking in the states. I thought I wasn’t going to be able to take my medication here anymore until I found PrivateADHD. They made it so easy and stress-free to get my prescription and I cannot recommend them enough."

Estee

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"Very helpful doctor. His deep understanding of the unique challenges that come with ADHD is evident in every interaction and his support extends beyond just medical treatment - for eg. he routinely discusses and offers practical strategies to manage daily life. He takes the time to understand each patient’s individual needs and provides tailored advice that makes a real difference. For anyone seeking a comprehensive, well-rounded approach to ADHD treatment, I would highly recommend Dr. Kooner."

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"After several difficulties with pharmacies previously due to the stock issues when I was under the GP temporarily I was so grateful that Private ADHD was able to see me within 48 hours and I had medication delivered to my house which was a pleasant surprise.

Cannot recommend enough, efficient, thorough and seamless experience.I felt the prices and process was explained clearly I understood how many I will need before getting transferred to the GP"

"Very professional. Helpful and took his time to explain everything. A positive appointment"

Kelly Hyde

"I waited nearly 2 years for an NHS ADHD diagnosis; following the NHS appointment in April I was told the wait to start medication would be 8-10 months. In complete despair, I decided to seek private treatment- I contacted Dr Kooner and was able to book a diagnostic reassessment and initial medication titration appointment within 24 hours, and received my first prescription within 3 days. Having access to medication has been an absolute game changer for me and I am so thankful to Dr Kooner for this!"

"I am on a waiting list for adhd but could not wait so went private I see dr kooner and was great understanding, sympathetic and empathic and he was a good listener and I felt relaxed chatting with him"

Shane Marriott

"Had a consultation with Dr Pav. Cannot recommend highly enough, I had been struggling with symptoms that had been affecting my life for some time. I went to the GP and was told the waiting time was 3-5 years.Booking with privateadhd.co.uk was surprising easy. Once I chose my appointment and confirmed the booking I was sent a pre assessment questionnaire that took about 30 mins to complete, I filled this out with my partner.After this I received a phone call from the doctor and we confirmed the video call appointment for the very next day..."

Vinay Tagger

"I had an exceptional experience with PrivateADHD for my ADHD diagnosis, and for anyone stuck on the lengthy public waitlist, I highly recommend taking the leap and seeking a private assessment through them...

From day one, PrivateADHD was incredibly responsive and supportive. Out of all the private clinics I reached out to, they stood out for their kindness and willingness to address any question or concern I had along the way. I’m genuinely grateful for the care they showed me, and I couldn’t be happier with my choice to go through them..."

Ash Jayne

"Wonderful response time and has always made time for my questions and concerns, the past services helped me out many times over the past year and I’m sure will continue to support me and plenty other in the future!"

Dylan

"Great service. Very knowledgeable about everything ADHD and super fast service. Would highly recommend 👌"

Fleur

"I have been affected by ADHD symptoms all of my life and decided after family members had been diagnosed and treated with good results that I should try and get an assessment and see if I could benefit from treatment. I was assessed by Dr Kooner over a video chat and found him to be very thorough, informative, patient and helpful... I felt listened to and that I was given informed choice and that my views and opinion mattered. He didn’t rush me and I felt that the experience was safe and comfortable..."

Seana

"I have been suffering from a significant number of ADHD symptoms as a child, which worsened over the years. This convinced me to get assessed for ADHD privately, as the NHS waiting list is extremely long (up to 4 years for an assessment).

I liked how he intensively explained what causes ADHD, how ADHD runs in families, and such. Finally, as someone who has ADHD, he completely understands the debilitating and crippling effects ADHD has had on me academically, socially, and mentally throughout the years."

Namaan