As part of our commitment to offering excellence through our highly specialist and experienced multidisciplinary team, we're excited to be working with the UK's leading austim charity, the National Autistic Society.

Community Assessment Therapy Services has been chosen as one of three new trusted partners to offer a significant expansion to the Diagnostic and Assessment service.

This innovative partnership model aims to dramatically reduce waiting times, expand national reach, and ensure consistent, high-quality private autism assessments across the UK.

With more than 224,000 people currently on waiting lists for autism assessments nationally, 90% of whom have waited beyond the recommended 13 weeks, there is a clear and growing need for timely, high-quality diagnostic services. These new partnerships represent an important development for the National Autistic Society, allowing the charity to extend its reach and offer more individuals access to expert-led assessments. Each partner has been rigorously vetted to meet the charity’s high ethical standards and commitment to excellence.

The expanded service means individuals and families will now benefit from faster access to diagnostic assessments, delivered by trusted experts committed to the National Autistic Society’s mission to transform lives and change attitudes.

The National Autistic Society's Diagnostic and Assessment Service has long been recognised for providing expert-led assessments and expert clinical consultations. Last year alone, the service supported hundreds of people in achieving clarity and understanding through their diagnostic journeys.

Autism diagnosis can significantly improve understanding and access to tailored support, helping individuals better navigate daily life, education, employment, and social interactions. By accurately identifying autism, the Diagnostic and Assessment Service enables autistic people and their families to access specialised resources, services, and community support crucial for improving life outcomes and achieving greater independence.

Professionals and referrers will benefit from a more streamlined, accessible service, reinforcing the The National Autistic Society's position as the preferred provider of autism diagnostic assessments across the UK.

Individuals seeking assessments or professionals referring service users can access these enhanced services directly by visiting the National Autistic Society website.