ADHD Clinics in Brighton— Private Assessment & NHS Options
Brighton has a growing number of private ADHD clinics offering assessments from £750, typically within 2–8 weeks. The NHS ADHD wait in Brighton currently stands at 2–4 years. Brighton residents registered with an English GP can use the NHS Right to Choose scheme to access private ADHD assessment at a CQC-registered clinic — potentially at no cost.
NHS vs Private ADHD Assessment in Brighton
typical NHS wait time
- • Refer via your GP to the local NHS ADHD service
- • Free at point of use
- • Long waiting lists across most areas
typical private wait time
- • Assessments from £750
- • Typical wait: 2–8 weeks
- • Some clinics accept NHS Right to Choose
- • Written report & GP letter included
2 ADHD Clinics in Brighton
Getting an ADHD Diagnosis in Brighton
Your GP can refer you to the NHS ADHD service, though waiting lists in Brighton are currently running at 2–4 years. Many patients choose to go private or use the NHS Right to Choose scheme for faster access. You can ask your GP to refer you to the Brighton NHS ADHD Service. It is worth asking specifically about the NHS Right to Choose option at the time of referral, as not all GPs proactively offer this.
Private ADHD clinics in Brighton offer a significantly faster route to diagnosis, with most assessments available within 2–8 weeks of booking. A private assessment typically costs £750–£1,200 and includes a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, a written report, and in most cases a GP letter. Several clinics in Brighton can also prescribe ADHD medication directly, removing the need to wait for an NHS psychiatrist.
Under the NHS Right to Choose scheme, patients registered with an English GP can ask to be referred to any CQC-registered ADHD clinic — including private providers. This means you can access private ADHD assessment at no cost to yourself. Learn how NHS Right to Choose works →
Frequently Asked Questions — ADHD in Brighton
How long is the NHS ADHD wait in Brighton?
NHS ADHD waiting times in Brighton are currently running at 2–4 years. Sussex NHS services have seen significant growth in adult ADHD referrals. Private clinics and the NHS Right to Choose scheme offer much faster access to assessment.
How much does a private ADHD assessment cost in Brighton?
Private ADHD assessments in Brighton typically start from £750. Brighton has a good selection of ADHD specialists, with prices broadly in line with other South East cities. Most assessments include a full evaluation, written report, and GP letter.
Can I access Brighton ADHD clinics from Worthing or Eastbourne?
Yes — many Brighton-based ADHD clinics serve the wider East and West Sussex area. Several also offer video assessments, making Brighton ADHD providers accessible from Worthing, Eastbourne, Hastings, and beyond.
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