Compare every major private ADHD assessment clinic in Ireland. Real prices, real wait times. From €89 online screening to full psychiatric assessment. Skip the 12–30 month HSE wait.
Every major private ADHD assessment clinic in Ireland. Prices and wait times verified April 2026.
📍 Dublin (Fitzwilliam Pl) & Cork
Ireland's highest-rated ADHD clinic. Screening from €89 online, full psychiatric assessment in Dublin or Cork. Medication management included.
📍 Nationwide (video call)
Fully online ADHD assessment via video call. Pre-screening €9.99. Diagnostic report and treatment plan included. Nationwide coverage.
📍 Dublin & Galway
Established psychology practice with dedicated ADHD assessment pathway. In-person clinics in Dublin and Galway plus online option.
📍 Dublin (Navan Rd, Ranelagh) & Galway
Multi-location clinic chain with full psychiatric team. Comprehensive assessment including cognitive testing. ADHD and autism pathways available.
📍 Nationwide (video)
Established Irish telehealth platform. 3-stage ADHD assessment pathway with psychologist and psychiatrist review. Medication prescribing included.
Note: Prices verified as of April 2026. All costs include initial consultation and diagnostic report unless stated. Many clinics offer payment plans. You can claim 20% tax relief via Revenue's Med 1 form. Some health insurance policies cover partial costs — check your plan.
You describe your symptoms and history to a psychiatrist or psychologist. They'll ask about childhood, school, work, and relationships. This is the foundation of the assessment.
You'll complete standardised rating scales (typically Conners, DIVA, or ASRS). Some clinics also request a collateral questionnaire from a family member or close friend.
Higher-cost assessments often include cognitive testing (IQ, memory, processing speed) to rule out other conditions and provide a fuller picture. Not all ADHD assessments include this.
You receive a written report confirming or ruling out ADHD, with a recommended treatment plan. This report can be used to access workplace accommodations, medication, and supports.
Private ADHD assessments range from €89 for an online screening to €1,500 for a comprehensive psychiatric assessment. Most full assessments (including report) cost €500–€900. You can claim 20% tax relief via Revenue's Med 1 form.
HSE waiting times for adult ADHD assessment are typically 12–30 months, and in some CHO areas can exceed 3 years. For children, the wait is similar. Private clinics offer appointments within 1–10 weeks.
Most private ADHD clinics in Ireland do not require a GP referral — you can self-refer directly. However, bringing a GP letter with your history can speed up the consultation and is useful if you want medication afterward.
Yes. A private psychiatrist who diagnoses ADHD can prescribe medication directly (typically stimulants like Ritalin or Concerta, or non-stimulants like Strattera). Some clinics offer integrated medication management services.
Yes. A private diagnostic report from a registered psychiatrist or psychologist is fully valid for workplace reasonable accommodation requests under the Employment Equality Acts. Employers cannot require HSE-specific diagnoses.
Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medication. Psychologists cannot prescribe but can conduct psychological testing. For ADHD, either can diagnose — but if you want medication immediately after diagnosis, a psychiatrist-led assessment is more efficient.
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