Frequently Asked Questions
The virtual consultation usually lasts 90 minutes. We recommend blocking out two hours in your diary to ensure you don’t feel rushed. Your specialist will guide you through a structured interview (the DIVA-5) covering your childhood history and your current adult experiences.
No, you do not need a GP referral to book with Lucid ADHD. As a private service, you can self-refer. However, we do recommend keeping your GP informed of your diagnosis later to ensure your medical records are up to date.
This is information from someone who knew you as a child or knows you well now. Because ADHD is a developmental condition, we need to see evidence that symptoms were present before age 12. This can be old school reports or a short questionnaire completed by a parent, sibling, or long-term partner. If this isn’t possible, don’t worry—your specialist will discuss alternatives with you.
Yes, every assessment at Lucid ADHD follows the gold-standard NICE (NG87) guidelines. We use the DIVA-5 clinical interview and a multi-source diagnostic approach. This ensures our reports are of the highest clinical rigour and are recognised by employers, universities, and the DWP.
Most GPs accept Shared Care, but it is at their individual discretion. A Shared Care Agreement (SCA) allows your GP to take over the cost of your prescriptions on the NHS. While we provide the high-quality clinical reporting required for an SCA, we always advise checking with your specific GP surgery beforehand, as some local policies vary.
Yes, our reports are ideal for Access to Work applications. Your diagnostic report provides the formal medical evidence the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) requires to process grants for workplace adjustments, coaching, and equipment.
No. Our competitive fee is transparent and fixed. This covers your clinical file review, the 90-minute specialist consultation, and your final comprehensive diagnostic report. There are no “registration fees” or “document fees.”
Yes, we offer financing options to help you spread the cost. We understand that fee is a significant investment. During the onboarding process, our team can provide details on how to pay in instalments.
We provide the diagnosis and a treatment plan; we can then facilitate the start of medication through a process called “Titration.” Once you have your diagnosis, if you choose to explore medication, you will enter a titration period with our specialist to find the right dose. Please note that the cost of private prescriptions and titration sessions is separate from the initial assessment fee.
We stay up to date with national supply issues to give you the most practical advice. If a specific medication is unavailable, our specialists will discuss alternative options or different release profiles with you to ensure your treatment plan is realistic and achievable.
We use a secure, GDPR-compliant video platform. You don’t need to download any complicated software. You will receive simple instructions via email.
Don’t panic – it happens! Your clinician will have your phone number on file. If the video link fails, they will call you immediately to continue the session or help you reconnect. We ensure the process is as low-stress as possible.
The virtual consultation usually lasts 90 minutes. We recommend blocking out two hours in your diary to ensure you don’t feel rushed. Your specialist will guide you through a structured interview (the DIVA-5) covering your childhood history and your current adult experiences.
No, you do not need a GP referral to book with Lucid ADHD. As a private service, you can self-refer. However, we do recommend keeping your GP informed of your diagnosis later to ensure your medical records are up to date.
This is information from someone who knew you as a child or knows you well now. Because ADHD is a developmental condition, we need to see evidence that symptoms were present before age 12. This can be old school reports or a short questionnaire completed by a parent, sibling, or long-term partner. If this isn’t possible, don’t worry—your specialist will discuss alternatives with you.
Yes, every assessment at Lucid ADHD follows the gold-standard NICE (NG87) guidelines. We use the DIVA-5 clinical interview and a multi-source diagnostic approach. This ensures our reports are of the highest clinical rigour and are recognised by employers, universities, and the DWP.
Most GPs accept Shared Care, but it is at their individual discretion. A Shared Care Agreement (SCA) allows your GP to take over the cost of your prescriptions on the NHS. While we provide the high-quality clinical reporting required for an SCA, we always advise checking with your specific GP surgery beforehand, as some local policies vary.
Yes, our reports are ideal for Access to Work applications. Your diagnostic report provides the formal medical evidence the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) requires to process grants for workplace adjustments, coaching, and equipment.
No. Our competitive fee is transparent and fixed. This covers your clinical file review, the 90-minute specialist consultation, and your final comprehensive diagnostic report. There are no “registration fees” or “document fees.”
Yes, we offer financing options to help you spread the cost. We understand that fee is a significant investment. During the onboarding process, our team can provide details on how to pay in instalments.
We provide the diagnosis and a treatment plan; we can then facilitate the start of medication through a process called “Titration.” Once you have your diagnosis, if you choose to explore medication, you will enter a titration period with our specialist to find the right dose. Please note that the cost of private prescriptions and titration sessions is separate from the initial assessment fee.
We stay up to date with national supply issues to give you the most practical advice. If a specific medication is unavailable, our specialists will discuss alternative options or different release profiles with you to ensure your treatment plan is realistic and achievable.
We use a secure, GDPR-compliant video platform. You don’t need to download any complicated software. You will receive simple instructions via email.
Don’t panic – it happens! Your clinician will have your phone number on file. If the video link fails, they will call you immediately to continue the session or help you reconnect. We ensure the process is as low-stress as possible.
