Right to Choose

Great news! At Provide Wellbeing, we're excited to share that we now offer Autism Assessments for patients up to the age of 18 under Right to Choose (RtC).

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Right to Choose (RtC) means that you can choose the healthcare provider you want to provide an autism assessment for your child. 

'We're a Qualified Provider under the NHS Right to Choose, and we're proud to offer this service to young people outside of Essex. We've had people travel as far away as Cornwall for face-to-face assessments. Our pilot service received amazing feedback, with parents finding the experience of coming to Provide Wellbeing for a right-to-choose autism assessment incredibly stress-free, which we're delighted to hear because the very heart of what we do is patient care and being able to offer our services to patients across the whole country is incredibly exciting.'
Paul Cooke, Managing Director

To learn more about the eligibility requirements, registration, and screening questionnaires, please visit our dedicated ASD webpage. 

You can also contact a team member who will be happy to discuss your Right to Choose available pathway.

An Introduction to Right to Choose

Check out our video to learn more about the program.

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What is the age criteria for an ASD Assessment through Right to Choose?

At Provide Wellbeing, we can carry out ASD assessments for children who are between the ages of two and 18 years and 364 days old at the time the referral is received from the GP.

What is the age criteria for an ASD Assessment through Right to Choose?

At Provide Wellbeing, we can carry out ASD assessments for children who are between the ages of two and 18 years and 364 days old at the time the referral is received from the GP.

When exercising your Right to Choose, we will not have any direct contact with your child's local NHS provider. Therefore, your child will remain on their waiting list unless you inform them otherwise.

Will my child be removed from the local provider waiting list?

Should I let my GP know I am exercising the Right to Choose? Following triage of the appropriate screening questionnaires, we will provide you with a GP referral form and supporting letter which can be handed into your GP or sent via email for completion.

Will my GP refer my child for Right to Choose?

We do not currently hold a suitable NHS contract for the provision of ADHD assessments, however we can offer this on a self-pay basis. You can find out more information about the ADHD assessments on our dedicated website. Please get in touch with a member of our team if you...

Do you offer Right to Choose ADHD assessments?

You can provide us with a copy of a recent school report. However, this will only be considered suitable for triage if there is adequate information to determine whether an assessment is appropriate. If this is not the case, our clinicians will need to await completion of the school forms...

How do I return school forms during the school holidays?

After the ASD assessment, if the consultant cannot be sure of a diagnosis of ASD, you may be referred to further specialists. Alternatively, your consultant may conclude that your child does not have ASD but may potentially have another condition. For more information about our ASD services, visit our dedicated website here.

What happens if my child is not diagnosed at the ASD assessment?

What is included in the ASD assessment?

Our team of clinicians will focus on four modules during the ASD assessment, consisting of various structured activities and less structured interactions, all of which will be tailored to your child’s particular level. A comprehensive diagnostic report will also be produced, which you may choose to share with the relevant educational...

What is included in the ASD assessment?

Testimonials

Locally the waiting time where I am in Kent is 3 years so it was really good for my son to receive his assessment so quickly. He gets quite nervous when attending appointments but was made to feel comfortable and at ease throughout the appointment and at the end it was explained to him really well what it means to have autism which really helped him feel happy and content with his diagnosis as opposed to worrying about it.

C H, Right to Choose ASD Customer

I found the entire process through Provide Wellbeing very reassuring after having battled with the system run by the NHS in my area...The clinic itself was easy to find and imaculate and the people we saw there were so friendly that it made what we had expected to be a difficult day no problem at all. We were all treated kindly and with respect and our son actually enjoyed the assessment and was really relaxed and happy talking to the therapists. The explanation after our appointment was very clear and again, any questions we had were answered thoroughly.

T K, Right to Choose ASD Customer

The service was brilliant and ran smoothly. There was very limited waiting around, which is always a positive, especially for my son. The staff were very welcoming and friendly, too. The feedback at the end of the assessment was welcomed, as it helps to put anxiety to rest and provide some much needed answers...Thank you for today, to the staff. We were made welcome and listened too. And as a parent, I felt validated, with my concerns.

H R, Right to Choose ASD Customer

Regarding the service you provide, there isn’t a way to improve it. I told the clinicians I saw on the day they have changed my daughters life (in a good way). We had no hope of getting a diagnosis locally as they fail to recognise masking girls and their triage forms didn’t capture my daughter. On top of that, a 3+ year wait for assessment would have meant she was sitting her GCSE’s before she even had an assessment. Your service was an absolute life saver and I will sing your prayers forever!

K S, Right to Choose ASD Customer

Our experience with Provide wellbeing was faultless... we were treated with respect and given information to help our daughter to know where she was going...We didn't feel rushed and felt our views were heard and listened too by the doctor and he was extremely calm, professional and made us feel relaxed...we knew our daughter was in great hands...It was so comforting and validating as parents with an autistic child for someone to see what we do...I would recommend your services to anyone requiring a quick, faultless, professional, caring assessment and more professionals should be using your services to help the children struggling within the Essex area...

Parents of L E, ASD Assessment Customer, Chelmer Clinic

As you can imagine I was very apprehensive going to the appointment. My daughter was anxious and was begging me not to leave her when we got there but it was such a calm and welcoming environment that her worries soon went. All the team were very friendly, thank you.

Parent of Miss A B, ASD Assessment Customer, Chelmer Clinic

Everyone involved with the diagnosis process made us feel at ease. When our son went to play he was having such a great time that he didn't want to leave. In fact, he asked this morning if he could go back and see them again.

Parent of J C, ASD Initial Assessment, Chelmer Clinic

The place, the location was very nice and calm. The service was very very good. We saw Dr Amin, such a lovely man, made us as a family very comfortable and at ease. We also saw Hannah and Amy, they were very good with my child. Our experience at this place has been outstanding...Thank you so much for our positive experience.

D K, ASD Service Customer, Chelmer Clinic

Hannah Westwood and Dr Band were both warm, friendly and compassionate, putting my daughter and I at ease straight away . They were extremely professional. Thank you

G J, ASD/ADHD Service Customer, Chelmer Clinic

Absolutely top quality service from start to finish. Booking in was swift and easy. I got an appointment offered within weeks and the staff during my son's assessment were outstanding. They explained everything to us in detail and offered some great feedback. Would definitely recommend

E S, ASD/ADHD Customer, Chelmer Clinic

I have had the best experience with Provide Wellbeing. My son has finally had a diagnosis for ADHD and the Dr...made the process so easy and smooth. Absolutely over the moon.

Anonymous ADHD Customer, Chelmsford Clinic

We were treated with respect and care throughout and they really looked after my daughter, putting her at ease as much as they could. They addressed all of our questions and concerns and explained everything before, during and after. I would highly recommend this team. They have helped us enormously. Thank you very much.

Miss C A D, ASD Patient, Chelmsford

Dr Band, Hannah and Amie were all so good with our Son. He enjoyed the experience and it wasn't stressful at all. Very impressed!

Anonymous ADHD Customer, Chelmer Clinic

Very welcoming on arrival and my daughter quickly settled into the independent play which wasn't necessarily expected! She was made comfortable and was engaged very quickly. Thorough and clear with outcomes shared carefully and thoughtfully.

Anonymous ASD/ADHD Customer, Chelmer Clinic

The facility was incredible. So impressed that we were able to be the only ones there. Superb for ASD assessments and children that will in all likelihood feel overwhelmed. Amazing supportive staff who took extra time to talk to my child and me after the assessment was completed regarding their trans gender feelings. They then adjusted the report to include my child's name and gender preferences. First time we've vocalised this to any healthcare professionals. It was dealt with so sensitively and supportively. Thank you

Anonymous ASD/ADHD Customer

Staff were so welcoming when we first came in and made us all feel at ease. The Dr was interested and even asked to keep my notes. The ladies who did the practical assessment were nice and seemed well informed and gave a clear explanation post assesment. Even though my daughter masks and is high functioning there seemed to be no doubt about the diagnosis. They noticed subtle behaviours and referred to them during the de brief. I was so happy to recieve the outcome in the day too. Overall we're very happy with the experience and would recommend Provide Wellbeing to others

Parent of Miss EA, Chelmer ASD Clinic

The team at Provide well-being were all very welcoming making our visit & overall experience relaxed & calm. They adapted to my son's anxiety when he left the room & reassuring to us as family. They delivered the outcome without my child present which I will forever be eternally grateful to them for as I already knew what the answer was going to possibly be but I was still overwhelmed with emotions & they made sure that my son did not have to witness my reaction to his diagnosis.

Anonymous ASD/ADHD Customer, Chelmer Clinic

Was extremely helpful made myself feel at ease with everything going on and made it a comfortable environment for my boys whilst interacting with them. Explained everything what was happening to what they had seen and was able to give me the outcome on the day!

Anonymous ASD Customer, Chelmsford Clinic

I just want to thank the three of you for everything you’ve done. Your service was incredible, you were all so supportive, caring, helpful and understanding.

Anonymous ASD/ADHD Customer

The entire process went very smoothly. I was impressed with all the information that was gathered on top of what I provided. Dr Band was absolutely lovely. He was perfect with my daughter. Thank you

Anonymous ASD/ADHD Customer, Chelmer Clinic

Such a lovely kind doctor. So good with my little girl. And so good to me also. Very daunting and confusing process but the doctor was so helpful explaining things to me in simple terms. Highly recommended

Anonymous ASD/ADHD Services Customer, Stapleford House Clinic

Hannah and Amy were amazing. Made me, my husband and twins so comfortable. Explained everything in detail and were both so caring. I couldn't thank them enough for making it easier on us.

Anonymous, Self-Pay ASD/ADHD Customer

Amazing! We (13 daughter & I) waited only 4 weeks for ASD assessment following referral to the Chelmer clinic from our community paediatrician. The clinic is new and set in lovely grounds. It is central and east to find. We were made to feel relaxed from the phone call to book the appt where things were explained, to the information sent via email so we'd know what to expect. On arrival Dr Band, Helen and Claire (?) were so friendly and immediately put us at ease. We felt listened to and not rushed.

Anonymous, Southend ASD Customer

Second time visiting, this time for myself and not my child. Dr Band is always very welcoming. Explains everything clearly. I recommend the services already for children but will extend my recommendation to adults. Thank you

Anonymous, Adult ASD/ADHD Customer

Dr Band was very welcoming and displayed a genuine empathetic and caring manner to my son. My son felt at ease with Dr Band which meant he was able to be honest about how he was feeling. The appointments were prompt, thorough and detailed. We were also given a plan of care for my son going forward.

Anonymous ASD/ADHD Customer

Amazing, kind and patient especially Dr. Band. Just really lovely person through and through.

Anonymous, ASD/ADHD Customer

Meet our Clinicians

Ruth Brannigan Occupational Therapist

Ruth qualified as an Occupational Therapist in 2000 and has specialised working in Paediatrics since 2002.

Charlotte Preston Occupational Therapist

After qualifying as an Occupational Therapist in 2005, Charlotte initially spent time gaining core skills on a rotation between hospital wards and the community before specialising in Community Paediatrics.

Dr Pradeep Sahare Consultant Neurodevelopmental Paediatrician

Dr Sahare is a Consultant Neurodevelopmental Paediatrician specialising in ASD, ADHD and developmental delay. He started working with Provide Wellbeing in 2008.

Dr Kamba Mpenge Consultant Neurodevelopmental Paediatrician

With over 20 years' practice in Paediatrics, Dr Mpenge is a Consultant Neurodevelopmental Paediatrician and Neurodisability Specialist.

Morag Best Occupational Therapist

Morag specialises in the area of attachment and developmental trauma and is currently training as a Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapist.

Natasha Spong Speech and Language Therapist

Natasha graduated with an MSc in Speech and Language Therapy from University of Essex and has worked with Provide CIC ever since.

Polly Larkin Speech and Language Therapist

Polly qualified as a Speech and Language Therapist in 1996 after completing her BSc (Hons) in Birmingham, and returned to Essex in 2014 to work for Provide CIC.

Catherine Hudson Occupational Therapist

Catherine has worked as an Occupational Therapist within the NHS for 32 years, with young people of all ages and a range of needs.

Alix Willmore Speech and Language Therapist

Alix works with a wide range of children both in the NHS and independent practice, in special needs and mainstream schools.

Hayley Barnes Speech and Language Therapist

Hayley has worked with children, young people and adults with a range of communication needs including Autism and the Criminal Justice System.

Louise Pearce Speech and Language Therapist

Louise specialises in working with children and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Developmental Language Disorder (DLD).

Hannah Westwood-Loftus Lead Occupational Therapist

Hannah has been working as a Lead Occupational Therapist since 2006, supporting children and adults with physical and learning disabilities.

Amy Bignell Lead Speech and Language Therapist

Amy has worked as a Speech and Language Therapist since 2007 across a range of clinical settings, special schools and mainstream schools.

Dr Amin Band Lead Consultant Neurodevelopmental Paediatrician

Dr Band is Provide Wellbeing's Lead Consultant Neurodevelopmental Paediatrician, devising integrated pathways for Autism and ADHD in Mid Essex.

Dr Geetha Kugan Consultant Neurodevelopmental Paediatrician

Dr Kugan is trained in ASD assessments and has been Consultant Neurodevelopmental Paediatrician for Provide CIC's Community Paediatric service since 2010.

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