Private ADHD Medication & Psychiatry Care for Adults in Northern Ireland
Consultant Psychiatrist–led medication management for adults with a confirmed ADHD diagnosis. Online intake from £49, structured initiation and titration, and ongoing follow‑up reviews — without the HSC waiting list.
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Our private psychiatry service is for adults (18+) across Northern Ireland who already have, or are seeking, structured medication support for ADHD. We work with three patient groups.
Recently diagnosed with ADHD
You completed an ADHD assessment with ADHD Now (or another recognised provider) and want to discuss whether medication is the right next step.
Diagnosis from another provider
You hold an ADHD diagnosis from a different psychiatrist or service and want a Consultant Psychiatrist–led plan to start, optimise, or review medication.
Transferring your ADHD care
You are already on ADHD medication and want to transfer your psychiatric oversight to a UK–regulated service that operates with full HSC awareness.
Your ADHD Psychiatry Pathway
A clear, three–stage pathway starting from £49. You only progress to the next stage if it is clinically appropriate, so there is no upfront commitment to the full programme.
Intake Consultation
Your first appointment with a Consultant Psychiatrist to review your diagnosis, history, and goals.
- Diagnosis review: Your psychiatrist confirms the diagnostic basis for medication.
- Medical screening: Cardiovascular, mental health, and medication safety checks.
- Plan agreement: Decide together whether structured initiation is appropriate.
If medication is not clinically appropriate, the pathway stops here.
Book Intake ConsultationInitiation & Titration
A structured 3–month programme to start, adjust, and stabilise the right medication for you.
- Monthly reviews: Three Consultant Psychiatrist appointments to dose–adjust safely.
- Prescription management: Private prescriptions issued at each review.
- Side–effect monitoring: Blood pressure, sleep, mood, and appetite tracked between visits.
Most patients reach a stable dose within this 3–month window.
Follow–Up Reviews
Periodic Consultant Psychiatrist reviews after stabilisation to keep your treatment on track.
- Treatment review: Confirm the medication is still working and well–tolerated.
- Adjustments: Change dose or formulation if your needs evolve.
- Continuity letter: Documentation provided for your GP, employer, or university.
Frequency depends on clinical need — typically every 6–12 months once stable.
Initial 3–month programme
£49 intake + £867 titration
Total cost across the £49 intake and the three monthly £289 initiation & titration appointments. Follow–up reviews are billed separately at £125 each, only when clinically required.
A safe, structured approach to ADHD medication
Every patient on the ADHD Now psychiatry pathway in Northern Ireland follows the same evidence–based clinical structure.
Full diagnostic review
Your psychiatrist reads your existing assessment report or ADHD Now diagnosis and confirms it meets the standard required to safely start medication in the UK.
Medical safety checks
Cardiovascular history, blood pressure, mental health screening, and current medications are reviewed before any prescription is issued.
Gradual, monitored start
Medication is started at a low dose, with monthly reviews during titration. Adjustments are made based on your symptoms, side effects, and tolerability.
HSC GP coordination
With your consent, we share copies of your private prescriptions and monitoring records with your HSC GP so your wider care team is fully informed.
Long–term continuity
After initiation, follow–up reviews keep your treatment on track and provide documentation for work, study, or shared–care discussions with HSC services.
Patient–controlled pace
You decide whether to proceed past the intake, whether to continue after the 3–month titration, and how often follow–up reviews happen.
Northern Ireland’s ADHD psychiatry specialists
Your psychiatry care is delivered by a Consultant Psychiatrist–led team based in Northern Ireland, operating under UK clinical governance, with full registration on the UK General Medical Council and supporting nursing and prescribing registers.
Book Your £49 Intake Consultation
Choose a time that works for you. Evening and weekend appointments are typically available within 7 days.
Your psychiatry questions answered
Pricing, prescriptions, transfers, and how the service fits with HSC care in Northern Ireland.
Who is the ADHD psychiatry service for?
Adults (18+) in Northern Ireland who have a confirmed ADHD diagnosis and want structured, Consultant Psychiatrist–led medication management. We work with three groups: people recently diagnosed by ADHD Now, people diagnosed by another provider, and people already on medication who want to transfer their psychiatric oversight to a UK–regulated service.
How much does the psychiatry service cost?
Pricing is split into three transparent stages. The intake consultation is £49 and is a one–off appointment to confirm whether medication is appropriate. If you proceed, the structured initiation & titration programme is £289 per month for three months (£867 total). Once stable, follow–up reviews are charged at £125 each, only when clinically required. Klarna monthly payment plans are available for the titration phase.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. Most adults in Northern Ireland can self–refer and book the intake consultation directly. We will, with your consent, share copies of your prescriptions and monitoring records with your HSC GP so your wider care team is informed and able to support you.
I was diagnosed with ADHD elsewhere — can you take over my care?
Yes, in most cases. Your £49 intake consultation reviews your existing diagnostic report and any prior medication history. If the documentation meets UK clinical standards, we can either start titration with us or take over your existing prescription on the same structured pathway.
Can ADHD Now prescribe controlled medications in Northern Ireland?
Yes. Our Consultant Psychiatrists are GMC–registered and authorised to prescribe ADHD medications in line with UK and Northern Ireland clinical guidelines. Private prescriptions issued by our team can be dispensed at registered UK pharmacies, including those across Northern Ireland.
What ADHD medications might be prescribed?
In line with UK clinical guidelines, methylphenidate–based medications (such as Ritalin or Concerta XL) are typically considered first–line for adults. Lisdexamfetamine, dexamfetamine, and non–stimulant options (such as atomoxetine or guanfacine) may also be used depending on your clinical profile, response, and tolerability. Your Consultant Psychiatrist will explain the options and rationale at your intake.
How long does the initiation & titration phase last?
The structured initiation & titration phase runs over three months, with a Consultant Psychiatrist appointment each month. The aim is to safely identify the right medication and dose for you. Most patients reach a stable, well–tolerated dose within this window. If more time is needed, your psychiatrist will discuss the right next step at your final titration review.
What happens after the 3–month titration?
Once you have reached a stable dose, you move to follow–up reviews at £125 each, only when clinically needed — typically every 6–12 months. Through our partnership with Duality Healthcare, eligible stable patients can also access ongoing membership–based prescription continuity. Your psychiatrist will discuss the most appropriate option at the end of your titration.
Will my HSC GP be involved?
With your consent, we share copies of your prescriptions, monitoring readings, and a clinical summary with your HSC GP. Whether your GP can later issue ADHD prescriptions on the HSC depends on local shared–care arrangements, which vary across Northern Ireland and are at the discretion of the GP and the HSC trust. Until any shared–care agreement is in place, prescriptions remain private.
Are payment plans available?
Yes. Klarna is available for the £289 monthly initiation & titration appointments and for follow–up reviews, so the cost can be spread across manageable monthly instalments. Call 028 2544 0987 for more information.
What are the common side effects of ADHD medication?
The most commonly reported side effects of stimulant medication include reduced appetite, sleep disturbance, dry mouth, headache, and an increase in heart rate or blood pressure. Most are mild, transient, or dose–related, which is why we monitor them at every titration review. Your psychiatrist will go through the full risk profile, contraindications, and monitoring plan with you at intake.
Where is the service delivered?
All appointments are delivered online via secure video, so the service is accessible from anywhere in Northern Ireland — Belfast, Derry, Newry, Lisburn, Antrim, Down, Tyrone, Fermanagh, and Armagh. You only need a private space, a stable internet connection, and a smartphone, tablet, or computer.
Ready to start your ADHD medication pathway?
Book the £49 intake consultation and meet a Consultant Psychiatrist within days. If medication is not the right next step, the pathway stops there — with a clear written summary for you and your GP.