06/02/2026
Understanding Our Autism & ADHD Assessment Pathway…
At Three Counties Counselling & Autism Assessment, we know that seeking an autism or ADHD assessment is a big step, and clarity matters. That’s why our assessment pathway is comprehensive, evidence-based and tailored to you, not just a quick screening. All our assessments take place face to face, never remotely.
📄 A Structured, 4 stage process, designed to give the full picture, not just a snapshot. 
🩵 Stage 1 – Initial conversation: We begin with a detailed chat about why you’re seeking assessment, your history and what you hope to understand. This helps us personalise the assessment and answer your questions right from the start. 
💛 Stage 2 – Information gathering: You, and if applicable, your child’s teacher/carers, will complete questionnaires and forms so we can look at patterns over time and across settings. 
💚 Stage 3 – Clinical assessment: Our assessors use nationally recognised tools, including the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) and the Autism Diagnostic Interview (ADI-R) — to observe behaviour and understand developmental history. These are considered gold-standard assessment tools in the UK. 
💜 Stage 4 – Detailed report: You receive a full written report that brings together all information, helping you access the right support, whether that’s educational, work-related, emotional or therapeutic. 
🔹 ADHD assessments are also available for ages 6 through adult, using recognised tools like the DIVA (for adults) and Qb Check (for children), because there’s no one single “test” that can diagnose ADHD, it’s about patterns and real-life behaviours. 
📌 All assessments we provide are:
✔️ Based on UK best practice and research standards (including NICE guidance for autism)

✔️ Accepted by NHS, schools, employers and statutory services when needed 
✔️ Delivered by professionally trained clinicians who specialise in neurodiversity 
If you want to learn more, need guidance or take the next step, we’re here to support you.
