ADHD Clinic — The Assessment Process
ADHD assessment for adults
A thorough and structured process from first consultation to treatment plan. No referral needed.
How much does a private ADHD assessment cost?
A full ADHD assessment at ADHD Klinik costs 9,700 DKK across three sessions. With medication initiation by a psychiatrist and two follow-up medication consultations, the total price is typically 14,600 DKK. You pay per session and are not locked into a package.
How long does an ADHD assessment take?
A full assessment typically takes a few sessions over a few weeks. We have short wait times. You can book directly online without a referral.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly at ADHD Klinik without a referral from your GP. If you are a member of Sygeforsikring Danmark (group 1, 2, 5, 6), 25 or younger, and have a GP referral, you may be eligible for a refund on assessment and psychotherapy.
Clinical interview and screening
- —Structured clinical interview with comprehensive screening
- —Standardized screening tools (anxiety, depression, trauma, sleep, etc.)
- —Systematic psychopathological screening (F0-F9)
- —Clinical formulation with action diagnoses
Diagnostic assessment with DIVA-5
- —DIVA-5: the most widely used diagnostic interview, recommended by the Danish Health Authority
- —Systematic review of all DSM-5 ADHD criteria (current + childhood)
- —We recommend bringing a relative who knew you as a child, e.g. a parent
- —Supplementary testing if needed (neuropsychological, autism screening)
Feedback and treatment plan
- —Review of results with your psychologist
- —Written diagnostic report with conclusion
- —Psychoeducation about ADHD and everyday strategies
- —Treatment plan: medication, therapy, referrals
Medical treatment
- —First psychiatric consultation with somatic/cardiovascular screening
- —Medication selection and initiation plan
- —2 follow-up consultations over 4-8 weeks
- —Dose adjustment, side effect monitoring, functional assessment
Therapy and follow-up
- —Psychoeducation and skills training
- —Therapy for comorbid conditions (anxiety, depression, trauma)
- —Combined treatment (medication + therapy) typically yields best outcomes
- —Option for ongoing follow-up
What is the difference between ADHD and ADD?
ADD is an older term for the predominantly inattentive type of ADHD. Today, the diagnosis ADHD covers all three presentations: predominantly inattentive (formerly ADD), predominantly hyperactive-impulsive, and combined type. The inattentive type is more often overlooked, particularly in women, because symptoms are less visible than classic hyperactivity.
The assessment process is the same whether you use the term ADD or ADHD. We use DIVA-5, which systematically covers all 18 DSM-5 symptoms across inattention and hyperactivity/impulsivity, ensuring the correct presentation is identified.
We recommend bringing a relative
For the DIVA-5 interview (step 2), we recommend bringing someone who knew you as a child, such as a parent. It helps us evaluate childhood symptoms, which is an important part of ADHD diagnostics.
If that's not possible, we find alternative ways to gather the information.
Book ADHD assessment →Timeline
From first contact to stable treatment typically takes 2 to 3 months. The assessment itself (steps 1-3) usually takes 3 to 4 weeks, as we schedule sessions closely. If ADHD is confirmed, medication can begin within 1 to 2 weeks of diagnosis.
We always look at the full picture. 70 to 80 percent of everyone with ADHD has at least one comorbid condition such as anxiety, depression, or sleep disorders. That is why we start with a comprehensive screening rather than focusing on ADHD alone.
For comparison, the public system wait time for an ADHD assessment is typically 1.5 to 3 years.
All pathways start with a clinical interview. Book online.