Question and Answers About Learning Disability Assessments

The for a Learning Disability (Intellectual Disability) Assessment is £1160. It includes an IQ, assessment, Independent living skills assessment and a developmental History Review.

Yes. You will need to come in person.

People usually go through a process to learn about their diagnosis if they receive one. They may remember things from the past and and what has been difficult. They have a new explanation and can make sense of what happened in a new way.

A learning disability affects a person throughout their life, resulting in more support needs in:

• Understanding new or complex information

• Learning new skills

• Coping independently

• Social skills and communication. It is defined as an IQ with a score of below 70

• Difficulties with Independent living skills

• Onset before age 18 

I can help clients apply for PIP by carrying out an assessment of independent living skills which provides detailed information about their support needs.

Psychologists are not trained in medical prescribing. We can refer you to our Psychiatry colleagues at MOAI Health who are expert neurodiversity clinicians and CQC registered. You can also speak to your GP and ask for a referral to your local neuro-developmental service within NHS description