Clinical assessments
Alongside my medico-legal work, I offer clinical psychological assessments for adults where the purpose is the person's own care: to understand a difficulty, reach a diagnosis where appropriate, and recommend the treatment or supports that would help. I welcome referrals from GPs and from individuals directly.
What I assess
- Adult ADHD
- Psychological difficulties after trauma or another adverse event, where the aim is to understand the difficulty and guide treatment
- Return to work or adjustments to a person's role, where the aim is to protect the person's health at work. The assessment is arranged by the person, and they can share the report with their employer if they choose
What the service provides
This is an assessment and recommendations service. I do not provide treatment. The report sets out a diagnosis where appropriate, explains what is contributing to the difficulty, and recommends the care or supports that would help. The person can then take it to their GP, therapist or other services.
Who it is for
The service is for adults. Referrals are accepted from GPs and from individuals directly.
Who receives the report
The report goes to the person assessed. With their consent, it can also go to their GP or to anyone else they choose.
How the assessment runs
As with all my work, assessment is carried out remotely by secure video, with standardised psychological questionnaires completed in advance. Fees are quoted on enquiry.
Separate from medico-legal assessments
This service is separate from my medico-legal work. If you need a report for a claim, a solicitor or a court, that is a medico-legal assessment. Please see For solicitors or For individuals and families instead.
To refer or enquire
Email info@amckiernan.ie with the subject line "Clinical assessment enquiry" and a brief note of what you would like assessed. Enquiries are answered promptly, typically within 24 hours.