Assessment & Therapy Service
For Children & Adults
Autism & ADHD Diagnostic Assessment, Post-diagnosis Support, Therapy, Training & Consultancy
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Our Assessments are conducted by highly experienced professionals and are fully NICE compliant, recognised by the NHS, local authorities, schools and employers.
We provide diagnostic assessment and therapeutic services to children and families across the UK. Our main hub is based at the Kent Innovation Centre in Broadstairs, although our team supports clients nationwide through direct services, training, and clinical partnerships.
We work closely with local authorities, NHS trusts, schools, and families to provide gold-standard assessments and evidence-based interventions tailored to individual needs.
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Why we’re not a Right to Choose provider
Our priority is delivering gold-standard, neuro-affirming Autism and ADHD assessments with the highest level of clinical quality. We know many families and adults consider the NHS Right to Choose pathway, so we want to clearly explain why we choose not to operate under this system and how this benefits the people we support.
Our decision is rooted in ensuring fast turnaround times, compliance, and neuroaffirmative high-quality care.
Faster Access to Assessment
While NHS Right to Choose can be helpful, waiting times are often long — commonly 6–18 months, depending on location and service capacity.
By remaining independent, Lycali offers:
Shorter waiting times (often weeks, not months)
Flexible appointment options
Direct self-referral, with no GP referral required
This means quicker answers and earlier access to meaningful support.
Face-to-Face Assessments
Reducing Diagnostic Risk
Many providers rely solely on remote assessments. At Lycali, we offer face-to-face appointments where clinically appropriate, recognising that some presentations are harder to identify online.
In-person assessments can be particularly important for:
Women and girls
Individuals who mask or camouflage
People with complex or overlapping profiles
Our assessment pathways are designed to reduce the risk of subtle presentations being missed, ensuring accuracy and depth rather than speed alone.
Gold-Standard, NICE-Compliant Assessments
All Lycali assessments follow NICE guidance and use validated tools such as:
ADOS-2
ADI-R
DIVA-5 / Young DIVA
ACE / ACE+
We allow the time needed for thorough, multidisciplinary assessment, so clients feel listened to — not rushed.
Reports That Are Widely Accepted
Because our assessments meet NHS-equivalent clinical standards, Lycali reports are recognised by:
NHS and GP services
Schools and SENCO teams
Local authorities (including EHCP processes)
Employers and workplace adjustments teams
Your assessment is designed to travel with you and support you across settings.
Experienced, Fully Registered Clinicians
All assessments at Lycali are delivered by fully qualified, registered clinicians, including:
HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologists
GMC-registered Paediatricians
HCPC-registered Speech & Language Therapists or Occupational Therapists
We do not use trainees or non-clinical staff to carry out diagnostic assessments. This ensures clinical integrity, consistency, and reports that stand up to educational, medical, and legal scrutiny.
Our Payment Options
We accept payments via BACS Transfer, debit and credit card payments.
With assessments, we offer payments in 2 instalments for assessments. One at the time of booking and one at assessment completion.
Private Health Care Insurance
If your assessment or therapy expenses are set to be covered by your private medical insurance, kindly provide us with your insurer details for seamless payment coordination between you and your insurance provider. Our affiliation encompasses registration with Aviva, AXA, BUPA and Vitality Health, facilitating a streamlined process for your convenience.
Not sure what service you need? Book a 30-minute advisory session with a specialist clinician
Whether you're navigating a new diagnosis or looking for the right support, our advisory sessions are a great place to start. You can speak one-on-one with a specialist clinician who will take the time to understand your needs and guide you through your options.
What can an advisory session help with?
Clear explanations and guidance following a recent diagnosis such as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, or Developmental Language Disorder.
Signposting to trusted local and national services.
Personalised recommendations and practical strategies tailored to you.
Information about post-diagnostic services and next steps.
Insight into how Lycali can support you moving forward.
Whether you're a parent, carer, or individual seeking clarity, this session is designed to empower and support you.
Ready to get started?
Book your session today and take the first step toward confident, informed support.
Reviews
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"Lycali provided a thorough and compassionate autism assessment. Everything was explained clearly, and I finally feel understood. I wish I’d done this sooner."
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"I’ve worked with other services before, but Lycali stands out for their professionalism and empathy. My therapist helped me navigate some really difficult times with sensitivity and skill."
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I just wanted to say thank you to Dr Isobel Robb and Stephanie for making the assessment comfortable for both me and my parents to conduct. It was very thorough and the outcome will definitely help me in my future. I'm really thankful for receiving the results so quickly
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“Thank you so much for all your help, support and care. You have explained everything we needed and thank you for saying I can get in touch if we need any more help.”
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“You were very patient with our son and always gave us ideas so that we could support him between therapy sessions. Thank you so much!”
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“After our daughter's Speech and language assessment, you offered great feedback and your report was very detailed. This was a huge help towards the EHCP process.”
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"My daughter’s speech has improved so much in just a few months. Our speech therapist at Lycali was kind, engaging, and always kept us involved with providing follow up activities. I highly recommend them."
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“Heidi was very engaging and really listened to the needs of my son. She explained her methods and gave us tips to try at home. We are really pleased with the service.”
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“The calls have helped me to find more space and given me a safe space to discuss and release emotions. Tim's nature and communication is comforting and supportive, he adds thoughts and questions which offer space to analyse and to help growth.”
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"Heidi was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. She gave our son room to explore and enjoyable targets".
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"Heidi was very patient with my child and has made him confident to use his voice"
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"I can’t thank you enough for your help and support with my son. I will most certainly be coming back to your services again for an autism assessment".
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"The ADHD assessment process was seamless, evidence-based, and respectful. I felt listened to throughout, and the diagnosis has helped me finally understand myself."
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Everything has been amazing so thanks to you, Isobel and Stephanie. You have made things really easy with clear and quick communication and they really created a safe environment instantly.
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Thank you so much. It was a pleasure working with your staff. They were really kind and helpful and made the process easier for both me and Matilda.
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"We had a brilliant experience with Lycali. The assessment process was clear, kind, and professional from start to finish. My son felt at ease, and we finally have a clear plan for supporting his needs."
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"I was nervous about starting therapy, but the team at Lycali made me feel heard and respected from day one. Their care was outstanding, and the progress I’ve made is life-changing."
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Our expertise in therapy services
We are a growing team of specialists based on the South East Coast in Thanet with experience working with children and adults. Our team includes speech and language therapy, sleep, social work, clinical psychology and transformative life coaching.
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Our team will liaise with you to register your interest, answer any questions you may have and confirm assessments and/or session slots.
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