Autism and ADHD Assessments
At Beacon Autism and ADHD Clinic, your child will be personally seen by Professor Ahmad Aurakzai, a leading Consultant Paediatrician and Neurodevelopmental Specialist with over 25 years of experience in treating children with ADHD, Autism, and other developmental challenges.
Clinical Experience and Qualifications;
FRCPCH (UK), FRCP (Ireland), FRCP (Glasgow), FCPS, MAAP, MRCP (Ireland), MSc, DCHRCP, DCH, MCPS, and MBBS.
- Assessment is simple
- Contact Us / Email
- Book appointment
- Meet Clinician
- Feedback and Plan
Regulated by CQC
Multidisciplinary
Competitive
NICE & DSM V Standardised
Safe
No waiting list
Beacon Autism and ADHD Clinic
At Beacon Autism and ADHD Clinic, we are dedicated exclusively to the care of children
and young people up to their 19th birthday. Our focus is clear, we specialise in helping
young people thrive.
We provide a comprehensive and compassionate approach to the assessment and management of:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Sleep Difficulties
Because sleep issues are common in both ADHD and Autism, we also offer detailed sleep assessments and tailored therapeutic support to help your child rest better and feel their best.
CQC Certificate : 1-24715745102
Our Services
ADHD
AUTISM
Autism is a lifelong developmental disability which affects how people communicate and interact with the world.
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SLEEP PROBLEMS
Referral Criteria and Appointment Pathway
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For ADHD Assessments
- We begin by getting parental consent and gathering basic details about your child.
- With your consent, we request a report from the school.
- Parents complete a questionnaire about their child’s development and specific concerns.
- Both parents and teachers complete psychometric tests.
- Your child will attend a 90–120-minute appointment with Professor Aurakzai.
- After the assessment, we’ll discuss the diagnosis and any treatment options
Please note: The full process from registration to diagnosis may take around 2–6 weeks.
Prof Ahmad Aurakzai
Booking an Appointment
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For Autism Assessments
- We start by obtaining parental consent and collecting your child’s basic details.
- With consent, we request a school report.
- Parents complete a developmental and concerns questionnaire.
- Both parents and teachers complete psychometric tests.
- Your child attends a 90–120-minute appointment with Professor Aurakzai.
- A follow-up 60–90-minute session is arranged with a speech therapist.
- We’ll then discuss the diagnosis and treatment options.
 Please note: The full process from registration to diagnosis may take around 2–6 weeks.
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Booking an Appointment
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For Sleep Related Concerns
- Book a 60–90-minute consultation with Professor Aurakzai.
- We will provide treatment or recommendations as needed based on the consultation.
Please note: The full process from registration to diagnosis may take around 1-5 days.
Prof Ahmad Aurakzai
Booking an Appointment
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Important tips for parents when booking an appointment with any clinic
- Make your detailed notes as you may forget during appointment.
- Make notes of developmental milestones (may need to look at the Redbook or family videos etc).
- Make sure that the provider (clinic) is regulated by CQC.
- Make sure that the provider can provide you a full range of services required for your child including prescribing medication and therapies/interventions.
- Make sure that the provider follows NICE guidelines (be aware of these).
- ADHD assessment should include developmental history, ADHD DSMV based history, validated psychometric test, school reports, QB testing etc, physical assessment (NICE guidelines).
- Autism assessment must include developmental history, ASD DSMV based history, validated psychometric test, school reports, ADI R, ADOS assessment (NICE guidelines).
- Physical assessment (face to face) to exclude any physical/medical cause which may present in a similar way.
