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Speak with our Irish-registered clinical team online – evenings included. Consultations and assessments are typically held online by secure video call where possible.

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The Hidden Cost of Waiting

CAMHS / HSE Child ADHD Assessment

  • ✕ Wait time: Often 2-3+ years
  • ✕ Child struggles without support during crucial developmental years
  • ✕ Missing out on RACE exam accommodations & DARE pathways
  • ✕ Family stress compounds while waiting

ADHD Now Private Assessment

Recommended
  • ✓ Appointments available in ~3 days
  • ✓ Immediate access to school supports & accommodations
  • ✓ Clear diagnostic report for RACE & DARE applications
  • ✓ Start intervention now, not years from now
Every month of waiting costs your child opportunities for support

Built on Clinical Trust and National Support

ADHD Now is a specialist-led service providing support for the HSE and backed by Enterprise Ireland and InterTradeIreland to innovate ADHD services across the island of Ireland.

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Child ADHD Assessment Cost & Process in Ireland

Total investment: €1,634 (flexible payment available)

1

Initial Consultation

45-minute online assessment suitability review with our clinical team. Discuss concerns, gather history, explain the process.

€89

Child presence is optional for this step

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2

Clinical Assessment

Comprehensive MDT evaluation using validated tools including the Young DIVA, Conners 4, and Vanderbilt (VADPRS) scales. Includes parent interview and Teacher Supplementary Questionnaire.

€795
or pay monthly with

Scheduled after Step 1 completion

3

Diagnosis & Report

Receive comprehensive diagnostic report, feedback session with clinician, and personalized support plan for home and school.

€750
or pay monthly with

Delivered within 10 days of assessment

Medication is not included within the assessment. For more information on child psychiatry services click here.

✓ Tax relief available (20% back via Med 1)
✓ Many insurance plans cover partial costs
✓ Payment plans available

Real Stories from Irish Parents

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Book Your Child ADHD Assessment

Select your preferred date and time for your Initial Consultation. All times are shown in Dublin time.

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Why Get a Diagnosis?

An ADHD diagnosis is the first step towards empowerment. It opens up specialised educational supports and tailored interventions that address your child’s unique challenges.

Educational Supports

Benefit from understanding your child's needs and what educational supports are available.

Behavioural Improvements

Empower your child with strategies for better self-regulation and time management.

Enhanced Awareness

Enhanced awareness helps reduce parental stress and improves family dynamics by fostering more effective communication and stronger emotional connections.

Do you know the research?

Research shows that understanding and addressing ADHD can significantly reduce its adverse effects on academic performance, especially when interventions are tailored to the child’s specific needs

Español-Martín et al., Journal of Frontiers in Psychiatry 2023

How We Assess Your Child

Our clinical team uses a combination of validated, evidence-based tools to build a full picture of your child's symptoms, strengths, and functioning across home and school.

Main diagnostic tool

Young DIVA

The main diagnostic tool used in your child's assessment. This is a structured, DSM-5-aligned interview that evaluates how symptoms present across different settings, home, school, and social situations, to build a complete clinical picture.

Parent rating scale

Conners 4

A widely used rating scale completed by parents, capturing the frequency and severity of ADHD symptoms and related behaviours.

Strengths & symptoms

SWANStrengths and Weaknesses of ADHD Symptoms and Normal Behaviour Scale

Unlike scales that focus only on difficulties, the SWAN captures your child's strengths alongside their symptoms, giving a fuller, more balanced picture of how they function day to day.

Daily functioning

VADPRSVanderbilt ADHD Diagnostic Parent Rating Scale

A parent-completed scale assessing both ADHD symptoms and their impact on your child's daily functioning at home and in school.

Autism screening

AQAutism Spectrum Quotient, Child/Adolescent Version

A screening tool for autism spectrum traits, included as standard so co-occurring presentations aren't missed during assessment.

Classroom view

Teacher Supplementary Questionnaire

With your permission, your child's teacher completes this questionnaire, giving the clinical team an independent view of how symptoms present in the classroom, a key part of confirming that difficulties appear across more than one setting.

Our Expert Team

Ireland's Leading ADHD Clinical Specialists

Our 45-person multidisciplinary team brings brings together decades of experience in ADHD assessment and treatment, led by Consultant Psychiatrist Dr. Vishnu Pradeep.

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Consultant-led service ensuring expert clinical oversight
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Adult ADHD assessment specialists
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Fully registered and regulated healthcare professionals
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Dr. Vishnu Pradeep

Dr. Vishnu Pradeep

Clinical Director

Medical Council No. 406626

Dr Rocío Galán Megías

Dr. Rocío Galán Megías

Chartered Psychologist

PSI Member No. M11724

Dr. Shane Wolson

Dr. Shane Wolson

Principal Psychologist

PSI Member No. M12177C

Dr. Basil Al-Numan

Dr. Basil Al-Numan

Psychiatry Registrar

IMC: 409531

Our Team Members Are Registered With
Irish Medical Council
NMBI
IACP
GMC
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Choosing to Go Private: A Clearer Path for ADHD in Ireland

The increase in demand is straining an already stretched system

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As a private specialist ADHD Clinic operating throughout Ireland.

We’re proud to offer one of Ireland’s best, if not the best, ADHD diagnosis and treatment solutions to patients. ADHD Now provides a clear, timely, and expert-led alternative. Our nationwide online service allows you to bypass the public system’s waiting lists and administrative hurdles, connecting you directly with our team of accredited Irish clinicians, often without needing a GP referral.

Starting with you and your family

We understand that you want the best for yourself or your child, and that the decision to seek a private assessment is a significant one. It isn’t an easy choice, but it is a powerful first step towards clarity, understanding, and effective management. Our team is here to guide you through a compassionate, professional, and life-changing process.

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Ongoing Support After Diagnosis

For children who receive a diagnosis, a clear aftercare pathway is essential. ADHD Now offers ongoing Child & Adolescent

Psychiatry services, including medication management, led by our team of Consultant Psychiatrists.

Please note: Psychiatric services are an additional, separate service from the diagnostic assessment and are subject to their
own fees. This ensures you only pay for the services your child needs, when they need them.

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Why Families Choose ADHD Now

Feature
ADHD Now
Public System
Other Private
Wait Time
Yes 3 days
2-3+ years
3-6 months
MDT Assessment
Yes
Yes
Rare
Online Option
Yes
?
Rare
Recognised Reports
Yes
Yes
Variable
DARE/RACE Reports
Yes
Yes
Variable
Aftercare Support
Yes
Limited
Rare
Payment Plans
Yes
N/A
Rare
Assessment Cost
€1,634 total
Free (long wait)
Variable

ADHD Now

Wait Time Yes 3 days
MDT Assessment Yes
Online Option Yes
Recognised Reports Yes
DARE/RACE Reports Yes
Aftercare Support Yes
Payment Plans Yes
Assessment Cost €1,634

Public System

Wait Time 2-3+ years
MDT Assessment Yes
Online Option ?
Recognised Reports Yes
DARE/RACE Reports Yes
Aftercare Support Limited
Payment Plans N/A
Assessment Cost Free (long wait)

Other Private

Wait Time 3-6 months
MDT Assessment Rare
Online Option Rare
Recognised Reports Variable
DARE/RACE Reports Variable
Aftercare Support Rare
Payment Plans Rare
Assessment Cost Variable
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Prepare With Confidence for Your Child’s ADHD Assessment

+ Understand what to expect at your child’s ADHD assessment

+ Learn how to prepare your child (and yourself) beforehand

+ Reduce stress on the day with practical, parent-friendly guidance

Your Questions Answered

About the Assessment

Who conducts a child ADHD assessment at ADHD Now Ireland?
The assessment is done using a Multi-Disciplinary Team Approach, using validated tools including the Young DIVA, Conners 4, and Vanderbilt (VADPRS) scales, alongside a teacher questionnaire, to build a complete picture of your child's symptoms across home and school.
Is an online child ADHD assessment as effective as in-person?
Yes—in the majority of cases they can be done entirely online. Sessions are done via secure video conferencing, offering comfort and convenience at home. However not every child will be fit to access our services online, this will be assessed and discussed in your initial consultation.
What age range does ADHD Now assess for child ADHD in Ireland?
While most assessments focus on children 8 and older, exceptions can be made if symptoms are clear and significant in children above six years old.
What if my child has other conditions alongside ADHD?
Our comprehensive assessment takes into account any existing conditions and can identify co-occurring issues. We'll provide guidance on all findings and recommended next steps, whether or not ADHD is diagnosed.
What diagnostic criteria are used for child ADHD assessment in Ireland?
The assessment follows evidence-based DSM-5 criteria, using validated instruments including the Young DIVA (our main diagnostic tool), Conners 4, SWAN, and the Vanderbilt (VADPRS) parent rating scale. The process is conducted by a Multidisciplinary Team, which is best practice for a Child ADHD Assessment.
Will a child ADHD assessment highlight my child's strengths as well as challenges?
Absolutely—you'll gain understanding of both challenges and strengths, to help tailor supportive strategies.
What is the best age to test a child for ADHD?
Clinical consensus suggests that age six is an optimal time for assessment, since a child is usually in a formal school setting by then, allowing symptoms to be observed across two environments (home and school) as required for a robust diagnosis. In practice, ADHD Now's assessments typically focus on children aged eight and older, since a longer history of symptoms often supports a clearer diagnosis, though we can assess children from age six where symptoms are clear and significant.

Recognition & Support

Is a private child ADHD diagnosis from ADHD Now accepted by Irish schools?
Yes, our diagnoses are HSE recognised and accepted by schools. They can be used for Student Support Plans, IEPs, and to access resource teaching hours or SNA support where appropriate.
Can I use an ADHD Now child diagnosis for RACE and DARE applications in Ireland?
Yes, our comprehensive reports are suitable for RACE (exam accommodations) and DARE (college access) applications. We provide all necessary documentation to support these applications where clinically appropriate.
Is a private child ADHD assessment in Ireland covered by health insurance?
In many cases yes, however we cannot guarantee cover from insurance companies. Please verify with your health insurance provider. If you intend on claiming, notify us in advance as our assessments are structured to accommodate insurance requirements.
What happens after a child receives an ADHD diagnosis in Ireland?
You'll receive a comprehensive report with recommendations. Together with your clinician, you may consider coaching, therapy or medication options (all available through ADHD Now). Your report also includes access to community and parent-support resources.
How does an ADHD diagnosis support a child's education in Ireland?
An ADHD diagnosis can give clarity to teachers and parents about your child's needs. It can allow schools to put in place Student Support Plans or IEPs, with tailored strategies such as shorter tasks, movement breaks, or assistive technology. It can qualify your child for exam accommodations through the State Examinations Commission. A diagnosis also strengthens access to resource teaching hours or SNA support where needed.
Can a child with ADHD qualify for disability benefits?
In Ireland, ADHD is considered a disability in Ireland under certain conditions, which may make a child eligible for supports and benefits. Parents should consult with their local social services to explore their options.

Process & Timeline

What is the first step in starting a child's ADHD assessment?
Typically, you begin with an initial consultation via video call with a specialist, allowing us to understand your child's needs and guide the next steps.
How long does a full child ADHD assessment take in Ireland?
The process—from initial consultation to final diagnosis—usually spans 3 to 6 weeks, depending on specialist availability.
What is included in an ADHD Now child diagnostic report?
You'll receive a detailed report outlining your child's specific ADHD profile, how it affects daily life, educational functioning, and comprehensive recommendations for support.
Does ADHD Now involve school staff in the child ADHD assessment process?
Yes—with parental permission, schools complete questionnaires to offer a clearer picture of your child's functioning. Teachers provide valuable insights into school behaviour and performance.
Do I need a GP referral for a child ADHD assessment in Ireland?
No GP referral is required—you can self-refer directly. However, we encourage keeping your child's GP informed for coordinated care, and we may liaise with them during the process.
What should I expect in the initial child ADHD assessment consultation?
A thorough discussion about your child's behavior history and current needs, to determine if a full diagnostic assessment is necessary. Suitability for your child to undergo the screening online is assessed.
How should I prepare my child for an ADHD assessment?
Explain the process calmly and positively, ensuring your child is comfortable, rested, and understands that it's a safe space.
Are child ADHD assessments at ADHD Now done in person or online?
The vast majority of our assessments are typically conducted online, but in-person options may be available depending on availability and the outcome of the initial consultation.
Will my child be observed across multiple settings during the ADHD assessment?
Yes—our assessments gather reports from parents, teachers, and other environments to confirm consistent behaviour.

Practical Information

Is there a payment plan available for a child ADHD assessment in Ireland?
Yes—flexible payment options are available. Payments can be spread throughout the assessment process, and we offer Klarna which allows each payment to be split over three months.
Can I claim tax relief on a private child ADHD assessment in Ireland?
Many patients qualify for a 20% tax rebate from Revenue. Additionally, prescribed medication may qualify under the Drug Payments Scheme (DPS) to cap costs at €80 per month.
Is medication available through ADHD Now?
Post-diagnosis, if the clinical team and consultant psychiatrist determine your child is suitable for online treatment, medication can be prescribed. Non-medical interventions like coaching and therapy are also available.
Is ADHD Now a credible service?
ADHD Now are Ireland's largest specialist led private ADHD service overseen by our full time Clinical Director, Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Vishnu Pradeep. Since inception in 2023, ADHD Now has seen thousands of patients and holds an average review score of 4.9 stars out of 5.0.

Understanding ADHD

What signs suggest my child might need an ADHD assessment?
Look for persistent inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and academic or social challenges, despite effort. Please visit our knowledge hub for an in-depth answer.
Why is it important to assess a child for ADHD early in Ireland?
Early identification helps improve academic performance and social functioning—waiting can worsen outcomes.
What if my child isn't diagnosed with ADHD?
If ADHD is ruled out, you'll receive guidance on alternative explanations or findings and recommended next steps.

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