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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
ASD is a lifelong condition that affects how a person interacts with others and communicates. People with ASD often have patterns of behaviour that are repetitive and rigid. While some traits of autism can be seen in many people, a diagnosis of ASD requires significant challenges in social interaction, communication, and behaviour that start early in life and impact daily functioning.
Referral Options
We accept referrals via the following routes. Once your referral has been processed and accepted, you will be contacted by phone or letter to book your appointment.
Insurance
Insurance referral - Please check with your insurance provider for further details.
NHS
NHS referral- Please discuss with your GP who can email your referral to referrals@optimisehcg.co.uk.
Private
Self-referral
Telephone 0800 844 5257
Email private@optimisehcg.co.uk
Other referral (from a private healthcare provider)
Referral should be sent to private@optimisehcg.co.uk
Pre-Assessment
Questionnaires
You will be sent three questionnaires to complete prior to your first appointment. If you would prefer this questionnaire to be posted, please inform the bookings team by calling 01925691502 or emailing info@optimisehcg.co.uk
Informant
An informant who has known you from before the age of 12 must be present at one if not both of your appointments. This should be a
parent/guardian or significantly older sibling. If you are unable to attend with an informant, please make the clinic aware at your earliest opportunity and please note, this could impact
on whether a diagnostic conclusion can be reached.
Assessment & Diagnosis
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You have not been diagnosed with ASD
If you do not receive a diagnosis, you will be discharged from our ASD service back to the care of your GP.
Recommendations or further signposting may be included within your report if applicable. If you are under our service for any other assessment, this discharge will not affect any other assessments and only relates to the ASD pathway.
You have been diagnosed with ASD
If you do receive a diagnosis of ASD, you will be offered a post-diagnostic appointment to discuss your diagnosis and possible recommendations/resources that may help you.