mental health assessment process

• Initial Consultation: Your assessment journey begins with a confidential consultation where you can express your concerns and symptoms in a safe space. This initial meeting helps us to tailor the subsequent evaluation to your specific situation.
• Evaluation: Utilising the latest diagnostic tools and criteria, our experienced clinicians conduct in-depth evaluations. This may include interviews, psychological testing, and coordination with other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic view of your mental health.
• Personalised Assessment Report: You will receive a comprehensive report that details the findings of the assessment. This report includes a diagnostic overview, suggested treatment options, and recommendations for follow-up care. Our reports are crafted to be both informative and actionable, providing a clear path forward.

specialist assessments

• PTSD Assessments: We provide targeted assessments for post-traumatic stress disorder, which involve exploring trauma history and its impacts on your current mental health. Our approach helps in identifying specific symptoms and triggers to tailor treatment plans effectively.
• ADHD Assessments: Our assessments for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder cover both children and adults. They include behavioural evaluations and attention testing, important for determining the presence and extent of ADHD.
• Bipolar Disorder Assessments: Diagnosing bipolar disorder involves a detailed look at mood fluctuations and their effects on daily functioning. Our assessments are designed to distinguish between different types of mood disorders to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Autism Assessments: Conducted in accordance with the Autism Act 2009, our autism spectrum assessments are thorough, involving a range of diagnostic tools to assess communication, social interactions, and repetitive behaviours.

rapid response

We prioritise accessibility and convenience, offering rapid response times and flexible scheduling options. Whether you prefer a face-to-face session or a remote consultation via telehealth technologies, our goal is to accommodate your needs swiftly and efficiently. This ensures that you can access our services without unnecessary delays, making the process as smooth as possible.

quality care and support

Our team comprises highly trained and compassionate professionals who are committed to upholding the highest standards of psychiatric care. We continually update our practices based on the latest research to ensure that our assessments are accurate and our treatments are effective. Our commitment extends beyond the assessment, with ongoing support and guidance available to help you navigate your mental health journey.

PIP APPLICATIONS

At Human Services Consulting, we offer comprehensive support for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) applications, recognising the importance of this benefit for individuals with mental health conditions. Our tailored services are designed to help you navigate the complexities of the PIP application process, from filling out the form to providing evidence and handling appeals if necessary.

PIP is a benefit aimed at helping individuals with extra living costs due to long-term physical or mental health conditions or disabilities. Understanding the application process and the criteria you must meet can be challenging. Our service assists you in filling out your application effectively, ensuring that you include all necessary information about how your condition affects you. This includes guiding you on how to provide detailed descriptions in your PIP form about your daily challenges and the assistance you need.

A critical component of the PIP application is supporting evidence. Our team can guide you on collecting pertinent evidence such as statements from healthcare providers, daily routine diaries, and personal statements. These documents play a crucial role in illustrating how your condition impacts your ability to function independently. We advise on what evidence is most effective and how to collect it, even offering support in contacting medical professionals who can provide necessary documentation.

Our specialists provide step-by-step assistance in filling out the PIP form, ensuring that every section is completed accurately to reflect your needs. We emphasise the importance of using the ‘extra information’ boxes to explain in detail how your condition affects you, advocating the use of additional sheets if necessary to provide comprehensive responses.

If your application proceeds to an assessment, we prepare you for what to expect and how to handle the questions you may be asked. This preparation is aimed at making sure you can confidently articulate the impact of your condition on your daily life during the assessment.

Should your initial application be unsuccessful, we also offer guidance on the appeals process, including mandatory reconsideration and, if needed, tribunal appeals. Our support includes helping you understand the decision, gathering additional evidence, and preparing for your appeal hearing.

Our aim is to make the PIP application process as clear and stress-free as possible, providing you with the necessary tools and information to successfully navigate each step.