OUR AUTISM & ADHD SERVICES
NHS psychoeducation &
non-medication support
Psychoeducation and non-medication support are a core part of NHS neurodevelopmental care, regardless of whether medication is used.
This page explains what psychoeducation is, how it is delivered, and how non-medication approaches support everyday life for children and young people.
We provide practical, evidence-based strategies to help you and your child/young person navigate daily life with confidence and clarity.
What is psychoeducation?
Psychoeducation helps individuals and families to:
- understand ADHD or Autism
- recognise how these conditions may affect everyday life
- develop practical strategies and coping skills
Psychoeducation is not therapy and does not involve medication. Its purpose is to support understanding, confidence, and informed decision-making.
How psychoeducation is delivered
The programme includes:
- Session 1: Delivered at the conclusion of the diagnostic assessment, following confirmation of diagnosis
- Session 2: A virtual appointment with a clinician approximately two weeks after diagnosis
- Session 3: A further virtual psychoeducation appointment approximately six weeks after the second session
Each session typically lasts around 30 minutes.
Families are also provided with an information pack containing relevant resources.
What psychoeducation covers
Completing this 10-week journey ensures that if medication is started, it is supported by a home and school environment that truly understands the diagnosis.
Psychoeducation for ADHD typically includes:
- understanding ADHD and how it may affect daily life
- behaviour and emotional regulation strategies
- support strategies for home and education settings
- sleep, routine, and wellbeing
Review following psychoeducation
Following completion of the psychoeducation programme (approximately 10 weeks):
- the service will check in with the parent or carer to review how helpful the sessions have been
- a brief questionnaire may be used to gather feedback
This review usually takes place around three months after diagnosis and helps inform next steps.
Psychoeducation for ADHD (Children & Young People)
Under the NHS, for children and young people diagnosed with ADHD, psychoeducation is delivered as a 10 week structured programme following diagnosis and is a required step before medication is considered.
Psychoeducation support for Autism
For Autism, non-medication support focuses on:
- understanding individual strengths and needs
- sensory and environmental adjustments
- communication strategies
- planning and predictability
- reducing stress and overload
There is no medication treatment for Autism itself.
Support is practical, person-centred, and focused on understanding and adjustment.
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Testimonials
Parent / Guardian of RO, Autism Assessment Customer
The practitioners on the day were clearly very experienced and cleverly managed to get my daughter away from me for the assessment, which I’d not expected. Getting the result so quickly on the day was great and the whole experience was nowhere near as stressful as I feared it would be.
Parent / Guardian of CA, Autism Assessment Customer
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Parent / Guardian of HB, Autism Assessment Customer
Very efficient service and really lovely staff members. Hannah made my daughter feel very comfortable.
Parent / Guardian of EA, Autism Assessment Customer
Fantastic service from start to finish! The support over the phone was excellent, and I was kept updated throughout the entire process. During the assessment, both my son and I were made to feel completely at ease. The consultation afterwards was kind, compassionate, and very professional.
Parent / Guardian of CR, Autism Assessment Customer
I don’t think it could have gone any better, all of the team were fantastic, super welcoming and reassuring. Loads of support, cannot recommend enough.
RR, ASD and ADHD Assessment Customer
From booking to getting the assessment completed everything was easy, the service was great and we are very happy with the outcome.
Parent / Guardian of CW, Autism Assessment Customer
Once again, we were treated as a family with respect and care. Provide Wellbeing we are so grateful that you are able to offer neuro-developmental services, and always recommend you to others. Thank you so much!
Parent / Guardian of LT, Autism Assessment Customer
Everyone was so lovely, from the initial telephone consultation several months ago, right through to the day of the appointment.
Parent / Guardian of AV, Autism Assessment Customer
It’s taken us 10 years to get a diagnosis for our daughter after no one listening to us. We can now get the help and support our daughter well deserves! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
NT, Autism Assessment Customer
I was made to feel like an equal, an adult, even a friend. The assessment was a casual conversation where we chatted back and forth. Thank you for making me feel less alone and confused in the way I think and feel.
Parent / Guardian of AR, Autism Assessment Customer
To the special lady who in depth and sensitively took the time to tell us about what she found in the assessment and delivered our son’s diagnosis to us. I’ll be forever grateful.
Parent / Guardian of IE, Autism Assessment Customer
Really simple quick and easy process from start to finish. Absolutely wonderful and caring staff who were so good with my child and were so patient and kind when explaining everything. Couldn’t be more grateful for the team.
Parent / Guardian of EM, Autism Assessment Customer
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Parent / Guardian of AM, Autism Assessment Customer
All of the staff at Provide Wellbeing were welcoming and thorough in their assessment. I highly recommend this professional service.
Parent / Guardian of ER, Autism Assessment Customer
All the team were really nice and kind and put me and my daughter at ease. They explained everything very well and made sure my daughter understood as best she could.
Parent/Guardian of GF, Autism Assessment Customer
The staff were very welcoming, they made the experience very playful for my son. As parents we felt listen to and not rushed.
Parent/Guardian of EK, Autism Assessment Customer
An excellent experience, everything was explained in great detail and we felt like we had the time to discuss anything else we needed to. My son was able to ask any questions he had too.
Parent/Guardian of MC, Autism Assessment Customer
Quiet and bright clinic, perfect for my daughter, and the team are lovely and very informative.
Parent/Guardian of DS, Autism Assessment Customer
Overwhelmingly positive. All staff were so professional, and talked about and to my Son in a positive, kind way. It was so refreshing.
Parent / Guardian of BR, Autism Assessment Customer
The team were incredibly approachable and friendly, which made us feel comfortable and heard throughout the entire process. We truly appreciated the clear communication and the care with which they explained the findings. It was evident that they took the time to ensure both my son and I fully understood the diagnosis, which meant a […]
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