ADHD assessment waiting times in London
NHS adult ADHD waits in London have been widely reported as long. Private waits are usually weeks rather than months. Here's how the three routes — NHS, Right to Choose and private — compare on speed, with live wait times per provider.
NHS waits in London
Adult ADHD assessment is delivered by several NHS mental-health trusts across London, including South London and Maudsley, Camden and Islington (NELFT), and Barnet, Enfield and Haringey. NHS waits for assessment in London have been widely reported as long, and Right to Choose referrals to private providers under NHS funding are commonly used in the capital. Current NHS waits change frequently — check your local trust's website for the latest figure. The list below shows providers operating in London in person and UK-wide online services that London patients regularly use. For the latest NHS wait figure, check your local trust's website directly — published wait times go stale fast.
Right to Choose waits from London
Patients registered with an NHS GP in London can use Right to Choose to be referred to certain private providers under NHS funding. RTC waits in 2026 vary enormously by provider — anywhere from around 6 weeks to over 2 years. The fastest RTC providers typically quote 3–6 month waits; the busiest can quote 18–24 months. Check directly with the provider before asking your GP for the referral.
Private waits in London
Private adult ADHD assessments in London are typically available within a few weeks, though some providers have months-long lists. The fastest providers serving London can sometimes assess within 2–4 weeks. Live wait times per provider are visible on the London comparison page — these update as providers report changes.
What if you need help fast
If you're in crisis, contact your GP, NHS 111, or Samaritans (116 123) — do not wait on a list. For non-crisis but urgent cases (work performance, study, family pressure), the fastest route in London is usually a private online assessment. The comparison filters by wait time so you can see today's shortest waits in one click.
Frequently asked
- How long is the NHS ADHD wait in London?
- NHS adult ADHD waits in London have been widely reported as long, often measured in years. Because waits change frequently, check your local NHS trust's website for the current figure before deciding between NHS, Right to Choose and private routes.
- Can I get a private ADHD assessment in London this month?
- Several providers serving London currently quote sub-4-week waits. Live wait times per provider are shown on the London comparison page.
- How long is the Right to Choose wait from London?
- Right to Choose waits depend entirely on the provider you pick — anywhere from around 6 weeks to over 2 years in 2026. Check the provider's current wait directly before asking your GP for the referral.
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