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    UK guide to Autism Assessors

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    Private Autism Assessment in South London

    Verified autism assessment specialists across Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham, Merton, Richmond, Southwark, Wandsworth. Skip the wait — get a clear diagnosis in weeks.

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    Private Autism Assessment in South London

    South London is home to some of the most diverse communities in the UK, spanning inner-city boroughs such as Lambeth and Southwark through to outer boroughs like Croydon and Richmond. NHS autism assessment services are primarily delivered through South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) and South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust (SWLStG). NHS waiting times across these services regularly exceed 2 years.

    Boroughs covered: Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham, Merton, Richmond, Southwark, Wandsworth

    NHS Trusts: South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM), South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust (SWLStG)

    Private vs NHS in South London: NHS waits here are 2–4 years (SLaM / SWLStG). Private assessments typically take 4–12 weeks and cost £1,200–£2,500 (child) or £1,000–£2,000 (adult).

    What to Expect From a Private Autism Assessment

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    Book a Specialist

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    Initial Consultation

    A clinical interview to gather history and discuss concerns.

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    Full Assessment

    Structured observation, cognitive and adaptive testing.

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    Diagnostic Report

    A detailed written report for school, local authority, or employer.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Private autism assessments in South London typically take 4 to 12 weeks — significantly faster than NHS routes through SLaM or SWLStG, where waits of 2 to 4 years are common.
    Costs for private autism assessments in South London boroughs — including Lambeth, Southwark, Croydon, and Wandsworth — range from approximately £1,200 to £2,500 for children and £1,000 to £2,000 for adults.
    Yes. South London and Maudsley (SLaM) and SWLStG are among the most pressured NHS services in England. Families in South London boroughs are commonly told to expect waits of 2 to 4 years.
    Yes. South London local authorities including Lambeth, Lewisham, Southwark, Croydon, Merton, Richmond, and Wandsworth accept private autism diagnostic reports as valid clinical evidence when processing EHCP requests.

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