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Cumbria Assessment & Diagnostic Service

Specialist Psychological Assessment in Cumbria

Cumbria Assessment & Diagnostic Service (CADS) provides thorough, evidence-based, and neuroaffirmative autism assessments for adults across Cumbria. As a small, local service, we offer a supportive and personalised diagnostic pathway, with clear insights and practical recommendations tailored to each individual. Our current focus is adult autism assessment, and we are committed to expanding our specialist neurodevelopmental services in the near future.

At Cumbria Assessment & Diagnostic Service (CADS), we provide comprehensive, evidence-based, and neuroaffirmative autism assessments for adults across Cumbria. As a small, local service, we take the time to offer a supportive and personalised diagnostic pathway, giving clear insights and recommendations tailored to each individual. While our current focus is adult autism assessment, we are committed to expanding our specialist neurodevelopmental assessment services in the near future.

Why choose CADS?

Choosing the right assessment service is a significant decision. At CADS, our distinctive approach is built around your comfort, accessibility, and an understanding of local needs, ensuring a personalised assessment experience.

Local Expertise & Accessibility in Cumbria

As a service proudly based in Cumbria, we are well placed to support our local community. We understand the region’s unique needs and resources, ensuring you have convenient access to specialist assessments without the stress of long travel or distant providers. We offer flexible appointment times to suit your schedule, with early evening and weekend availability. To see the area we cover, click here. 

Face-to-Face, In-Home Assessments

We believe that a familiar and comfortable setting can greatly enhance the assessment process. Wherever possible, we conduct most of your assessment face-to-face, in the privacy and comfort of your own home. This client-centred approach helps reduce anxiety and encourages more natural, authentic interactions, making the process as relaxed and supportive as possible.

Warm and inviting living room featuring a cozy sofa, stylish decor, and natural light.

Why choose us?

Choosing the right assessment service is a significant decision. At CADS, our distinctive approach is built around your comfort, accessibility, and an understanding of local needs, ensuring a personalised assessment experience.

Local Expertise & Accessibility in Cumbria

As a service proudly based in Cumbria, we are well placed to support our local community. We understand the region’s unique needs and resources, ensuring you have convenient access to specialist assessments without the stress of long travel or distant providers. We offer flexible appointment times to suit your schedule, with early evening and weekend availability. To see the area we cover, click here. 

A cozy living room with sunlight streaming through sliding doors and soft cushions on a sofa.

Face-to-Face, In-Home Assessments

We believe that a familiar and comfortable setting can greatly enhance the assessment process. Most of your assessment is conducted face-to-face, in the privacy and comfort of your own home. This person-centred approach helps reduce anxiety and encourages more natural, authentic interactions, making the process as relaxed and supportive as possible.

QUESTIONS?

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