Autism Assessments in Telford

Our Telford clinic services

If you're from Telford and have been exploring the possibility of getting an autism diagnosis for your child or yourself, you may already be familiar with the extremely long waiting times for NHS assessments in the area. While awareness of autism has grown significantly in the area in recent years, there's still a great challenge in accessing support when it is needed.

At AG & Co Health, we provide a route to autism diagnosis without needing to wait months or years. Our private autism assessments in Telford have children, young people, and adults assessed within weeks of an initial consultation through in-person and online appointments.

Led by Gurmat Khangura, who has over 15 years of experience working within mental health and neurodevelopmental services, our assessments combine clinical expertise with a thoughtful, evidence-based process that looks at the whole person, not just a list of symptoms.

We understand that seeking an autism assessment can feel like a significant step. Some people arrive feeling certain that autism may explain their experiences. Others simply know that something has never quite made sense and want to understand themselves better.

Our role is not to tell you who you are. It's to listen carefully and help you gain self-awareness.

Adult autism assessments

If you're seeking advice about autism for yourself to make sense of challenges that have been present throughout your life, an assessment can help you explore what support may be available.



Our adult autism assessments in Telford give you the opportunity to:

• Explore your experiences in a structured and supportive way
• Make sense of challenges that may have been present throughout your life
• Better understand your communication style, relationships, and social experiences
• Explore sensory differences and how they may affect your daily life
• Receive recommendations to help you move forward with greater self-awareness

Free autism consultation in Telford

We understand that you may not feel ready to book a full assessment straight away. That's why at AG & Co Health, we focus on supporting you without pressure.

We offer a free 30-minute consultation where you can:

• Ask questions about the assessment process
• Talk through any concerns you might have
• Learn whether an autism assessment feels like the right next step
• Explore your options with an experienced clinician
  

Do I get an autism diagnosis after assessment?

Following our assessment, we will schedule an appointment to talk through the outcome with you and answer any questions you may have, regardless of whether a diagnosis is made.

If an autism diagnosis is confirmed, we will discuss what this means and advise on post-diagnosis support strategies, which may include:

• Psychoeducation groups to learn and share about autism with others
• Educational intervention and family support to help you or your child at school and home
• Medication for co-occurring symptoms (such as ADHD, anxiety, or depression)
  

Who is eligible for an autism assessment?

Our autism assessments are based on internationally recognised criteria, specifically the DSM-5, which outlines the symptoms, behaviours, and experiences required for a formal diagnosis. During the assessment process, we explore social communication and social interaction, restricted and repetitive behaviours, sensory differences, interests and routines, developmental history, and how these experiences affect day-to-day functioning.

Anyone who is wondering whether autism may apply to themselves or a loved one can seek an assessment. You do not need a GP referral to access a private assessment with our expert team at AG & Co Health.

Some people come to us after years of questioning and trying to understand themselves or their child.

Others have only recently begun recognising autistic traits after listening to podcasts, reading books, watching television programmes, or receiving recommendations from schools, healthcare professionals, friends, or family members. If you feel autism may be affecting your daily life, or the life of your child, it may be worthwhile exploring further through a professional assessment.