ADHD Assessments
Online ADHD assessment for attention, concentration, impulsivity, organisation, emotional regulation and adult or young-person ADHD-related concerns.
Learn moreOnline ADHD & Autism Assessments
Private Online ADHD and Autism Assessments With Consultant-Led Clinical Guidance.
Health Private provides online ADHD assessments, autism assessments, NICE-compliant assessment pathways and psychiatric treatment recommendations for adults and young people. Where clinically appropriate, e-prescriptions may be offered through an online pharmacy service. Assessment documentation may also support an NHS shared care request, subject to GP review and acceptance.
Online
Appointments available remotely
NICE
Assessment pathways informed by NICE guidance
Shared Care
Subject to GP acceptance
Bupa
Platinum Consultant · Open Referral Network
Consultant-Led Online Assessments
Assessments are led by Dr. Sammad T Hashmi, Consultant Psychiatrist, with clear diagnosis, treatment planning, clinical recommendations and e-prescriptions where clinically appropriate.
Main assessment services
Specialist Online Assessment Pathways for ADHD, Autism and Related Needs.
Health Private focuses on structured, consultant-led mental health assessments that help patients, families, GPs and referrers understand diagnosis, treatment options and next steps.
Autism Assessments
Online autism assessment for social communication differences, sensory needs, developmental history, routines, masking and autism-spectrum related concerns.
Learn moreNICE-Compliant Assessments
Assessment pathways informed by recognised clinical guidance, structured history-taking, diagnostic criteria and careful consultant psychiatric judgement.
Learn moreNHS Shared Care Support
Where clinically appropriate, Health Private can provide documentation and recommendations that may support a shared care request. GP acceptance is always required and cannot be guaranteed.
Learn moreMedication Review & E-Prescription
Review of psychiatric medication, treatment response, side effects and suitability. Where clinically appropriate, e-prescriptions may be provided through an online pharmacy service.
Learn morePsychiatric Assessment
Private psychiatric assessment for diagnosis, mental health symptoms, treatment planning, second opinion and specialist clinical recommendations.
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What patients say about their care with Dr Sammad Hashmi.
Anonymised comments from patients who contributed to Dr Hashmi's ACP360 General Adult feedback report.
ACP360 Patient Feedback
Patient 14
Dr Hashmi has been professional, supportive and easy to speak with throughout. He listens carefully, explains treatment options clearly and takes my concerns seriously. I have felt well supported and confident in the care I’ve received.
ACP360 Patient Feedback
Patient 20
Dr Hashmi has been excellent. He has shown much care towards me. The ADHD diagnosis & the medication have helped me tremendously. But that may not have been the case without Dr Hashmi; he's always put me as the patient first, without ignoring concerns and issues my family may have. And in our interactions, he shows genuine care for me. In my initial consultation, he said he wanted to help us no matter the outcome, even if it meant we wouldn't need his services, which my mum and I both greatly valued. The only slight negative would be the miscommunication with his assistant, as I'm regularly left confused. But that isn't a reflection on DR Hashmi's positive interactions with me.
ACP360 Patient Feedback
Patient 01
Dr Hashmi has been a brilliant doctor for me and my children over the past four years. He provides excellent advice and has helped me gain a much deeper understanding of dyslexia, autism, and ADHD, as well as how these conditions can be effectively managed. My teenage daughter, in particular, has been a challenging patient at times, and Dr Hashmi has helped us navigate some very difficult periods with expertise, patience, and understanding. Thank you :)
Online appointments only
Private Mental Health Assessment From the Comfort of Your Own Space.
Health Private appointments are provided online. This allows patients and families to access specialist assessment without needing to travel, while still receiving structured clinical review, clear explanation and professional recommendations.
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Remote access: appointments are arranged online, making assessment easier for people with busy schedules, travel limitations, anxiety, sensory needs or family commitments.
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Clear preparation: patients may be asked to provide forms, background information, collateral history or previous records before assessment where relevant.
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Professional recommendations: assessment outcomes may include diagnosis, treatment recommendations, medication review, follow-up advice or written documentation where agreed.
What we do not provide
Health Private is not an emergency service and does not replace urgent NHS, crisis or safeguarding support. Online appointments may not be suitable for every situation, especially where immediate risk, severe instability or emergency care is required.
Not an emergency or crisis service.
Not a guarantee of NHS shared care acceptance.
Not a replacement for urgent NHS or emergency support.
Understanding ADHD
ADHD can affect much more than concentration.
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that may affect attention, activity levels and impulse control. It can also influence executive functioning and emotional regulation, and its presentation can vary considerably between people and across different stages of life.
Our Understanding ADHD resource explains how ADHD may affect adults, children and young people, everyday routines, education, work and relationships, along with practical support strategies and treatment options.
Executive function
Working memory, task initiation, planning, organisation and time management can all influence daily life.
Across life stages
ADHD can present differently in children, young people and adults, particularly as responsibilities and environments change.
Practical support
Clear routines, manageable task steps, reminders and individualised clinical support may help depending on a person's needs.
Assessment standards
Careful, Structured Assessment With Clinically Informed Recommendations.
ADHD and autism assessments should be more than a quick checklist. Health Private aims to understand the full clinical picture, including symptoms, development, functioning, risk, strengths, challenges and wider mental health needs.
Clinical history
Current symptoms, background, development and previous mental health history.
Functioning
Impact on work, study, family life, relationships, routines and daily responsibilities.
Diagnostic clarity
Consideration of diagnostic criteria, differential diagnosis and co-existing difficulties.
Treatment planning
Clear recommendations for next steps, medication review, therapy or further support.
Shared care clarity
NHS Shared Care May Be Requested, But GP Acceptance Is Not Automatic.
For some patients, private assessment and treatment recommendations may be used to request shared care with an NHS GP. This depends on the GP practice, local policy, clinical circumstances and whether the GP agrees to accept shared care responsibilities.
Assessment documentation
Where appropriate, Health Private can provide documentation summarising assessment findings, diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
Medication recommendations
Recommendations may be made where clinically appropriate, but prescribing and monitoring arrangements depend on clinical suitability and professional agreement.
GP decision required
NHS shared care is always subject to GP review and acceptance. Health Private cannot guarantee that any GP practice will agree to shared care.
Important:
Patients should not assume that NHS shared care will be accepted automatically after a private assessment.
Health Private can support the clinical documentation process where appropriate, but the final decision rests
with the GP practice or relevant NHS service.
Bupa Platinum & Open Referral
Bupa Platinum Consultant and Open Referral Psychiatric Care.
Bupa has confirmed that Dr Sammad T Hashmi is a Bupa Platinum Consultant and a member of the Bupa Open Referral Consultant Network. This gives eligible Bupa members, including patients on Open Referral pathways, access to Dr Hashmi where their policy covers the relevant service.
Bupa patients should still obtain any required pre-authorisation and check their policy allowances, excess and benefit limits before arranging an insured appointment.
Bupa Platinum
Open Referral
What the new status means
- Dr Hashmi is included in Bupa's Open Referral Consultant Network.
- He is recognised by Bupa as a Platinum Consultant and is fee assured.
- Eligible Bupa members may be offered Dr Hashmi when Bupa helps them choose a psychiatrist.
- Policy allowances, authorisation requirements and any excess still apply.
Online Private ADHD, Autism and Psychiatric Assessment With Clear Next Steps.
Health Private provides confidential online assessment and treatment guidance for patients and families seeking clarity, professional opinion and structured recommendations.