Private ADHD Assessment · North Wales · Children, Young People & Adults
Comprehensive private ADHD assessments for children, young people, and adults across North Wales — carried out by a registered Clinical and Health Psychologist.
Who is it for?
Dr Connolly offers ADHD assessments across the full age range — from young children through to adults — with an approach tailored to each individual.
About Dr Connolly
With extensive experience across NHS and private settings, Dr Connolly provides thorough, compassionate assessments that give individuals and families the clarity they need.
Dr John Connolly is a Clinical and Health Psychologist with extensive experience assessing and working with children, young people, and adults with neurodevelopmental difficulties, including ADHD, across a range of clinical settings.
He understands that seeking a private assessment is a significant decision. His approach is thorough, evidence-based, and always person-centred — taking time to understand each individual in the context of their whole life, rather than reducing them to a checklist of symptoms.
Assessments are conducted in accordance with NICE guideline NG87 and draw on information from multiple sources to build a complete picture. Every assessment results in a comprehensive written report suitable for use with GPs, employers, schools, local authorities, and other professionals.
Dr Connolly is committed to providing accessible, high-quality assessments to individuals and families across North Wales who are looking for answers.
The Assessment Process
Every assessment is designed to build a complete picture of the individual — their difficulties, their strengths, their context, and what they need.
Assessment Measures
All assessments use internationally recognised, validated rating scales alongside detailed clinical interview. The specific measures used are selected based on the individual's age and presentation.
Cognitive Assessment
In some cases, a cognitive assessment can add important clinical depth to an ADHD assessment, or may be recommended as a standalone addition.
A standardised assessment of intellectual ability, processing speed, working memory, and other cognitive domains using validated tools appropriate for the individual's age.
Particularly useful where there are concerns about learning difficulties alongside ADHD, significant differences between ability areas, or where evidence is needed for an IDP, exam access arrangements, or workplace adjustments.
Results are integrated into the main psychological report, providing a clear cognitive profile of strengths and areas of difficulty, with practical recommendations for school, work, and daily life.
Cognitive assessment is available as an addition to the standard ADHD assessment. Additional fees apply and will be confirmed in writing before any work proceeds. All fees are payable in full in advance.
Fees & Payment
All fees are confirmed before any work begins. Full payment is required in advance. Payment details are provided at the point of booking.
The full assessment fee is payable in advance by BACS bank transfer. Payment details and a reference are provided when your appointment date is confirmed. Your appointment is not secured until payment has been received in full. A receipt is issued upon payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get in Touch
To enquire about an assessment or to ask any questions, please get in touch by email. Dr Connolly aims to respond to all enquiries within 2 working days.
Please include a brief description of your concerns and, for a child's assessment, their age. All enquiries are treated in strict confidence. For details of how your information is handled, please see the .
Privacy Notice
This notice explains how Dr John Connolly collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal and health information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Data Controller: Dr John Connolly, Clinical and Health Psychologist
Contact: doctorjohnconnolly@outlook.com
ICO Registration Number: ZB553108
In the course of providing an ADHD assessment, Dr Connolly may collect:
Clinical records are retained for a minimum of 7 years from the date of the assessment, or — where the assessment concerns a child — until that child reaches the age of 25, whichever is later. This is in line with HCPC guidance and NHS records management standards. Records are then securely destroyed. A nominated practice guardian will ensure that records are managed appropriately in the event that Dr Connolly is unable to oversee this personally.
All personal data is stored securely. Paper records are kept in a locked filing cabinet. Electronic records are stored on password-protected, encrypted devices protected by VPN and antivirus software. Dr Connolly does not use unsecured cloud storage for identifiable client data. Reports and clinical documents shared by email are password protected; passwords are provided separately.
Information is shared only in the following circumstances:
Dr Connolly does not sell, distribute, or lease your personal information to third parties.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact Dr Connolly in writing at the email address above. A response will be provided within one calendar month.
If you are unhappy with how your data has been handled, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):
Website: www.ico.org.uk | Helpline: 0303 123 1113
Terms & Conditions
By booking an assessment with Dr John Connolly you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions. Please read these carefully.
Dr John Connolly provides private psychological assessment services for children, young people, and adults, including clinical interviews, standardised rating scales, and the production of a written psychological report. This is a private service and does not replace NHS diagnostic pathways. A psychological report represents a clinical opinion and is not equivalent to a medical diagnosis.
| Notice given | Charge |
|---|---|
| More than 10 days before the appointment | Full refund issued |
| Within 10 days of the appointment | 50% of total fee charged (£447.50 for standard assessment). 50% refunded. |
| Within 48 hours of the appointment | 100% of total fee charged. No refund issued. |
Dr Connolly reserves the right to reschedule in exceptional circumstances with no charge to the client. Please make contact as early as possible if you need to reschedule.
The quality of the assessment and report depends significantly on the information provided in advance. Please complete all questionnaires as fully and honestly as possible. Incomplete information may delay the report or require an additional appointment. For children's assessments, school rating scales should be returned at least 5 working days before the appointment. If school information is not received in time, the assessment may proceed but this will be noted as a limitation in the report.
The assessment is conducted in accordance with NICE guideline NG87 and HCPC professional standards. It provides a clinical opinion based on information available at the time of assessment and does not guarantee a particular outcome. A diagnosis of ADHD does not automatically entitle a person to any specific provision or medication. Medication for ADHD can only be prescribed by a medical doctor — Dr John Connolly is not able to prescribe medication.
Dr Connolly has a professional and legal duty to act in the best interests of the individuals he works with. Where there is a concern about the safety or welfare of a child or adult at risk, information may need to be shared with relevant authorities. Wherever possible this will be discussed with you first. Where there is a pressing concern, information may be shared without prior consent, and Dr Connolly will explain this to you as soon as practically possible.
Please contact Dr Connolly in the first instance at doctorjohnconnolly@outlook.com. If you remain dissatisfied:
Dr John Connolly is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist. HCPC registration number available on request. ICO registration number: ZB553108.