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There are many NHS services available when you are unwell and it’s important that you access the right service for the care that you require.

Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Intergrated Care Board (ICB) have devised some really useful information to help guide you when you need help. Full information is available here.

Adult ADHD and Autism Diagnosis - Right to choose

If you live in England and your GP agrees you need an assessment for autism or ADHD, you have the legal right to choose which NHS-approved provider you want to go to. This includes clinics outside the Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire area and some independent providers that work with the NHS.
Full information is available here. 

There are currently long wait times for the local ADHD and Autism services, however please be reassured that Right to Choose (RTC) remains available as a route to ADHD and Autism assessment. 
It is important to note that RTC is a right to choose a service provider and not a right to referral. A GP must agree that an assessment is right for the patient before a referral can be made. It is helpful if you are able to do some prior investigation on your preferred provider in advance of contacting us. We would suggest a google search of 'ADHD and Autism Right to Choose South Glos'. 

• Kooth is a free, safe and anonymous online counselling and support service for young people aged 11 – 18 in South Gloucestershire. Staffed by fully trained and qualified counsellors, the service is available until 10pm each night, 365 days per year. Further information is available on the 
• ‘Off the Record’ delivers free confidential and easy to access counselling for young people aged 11 – 15 in this area. 
• The Samaritans offer a 24 hour service and is a safe place for you to talk at anytime you wish. 
• The Well Aware website provides information on a wide range of organisations; support groups, community groups, events and activities that can help improve your health and wellbeing in Bristol and South Gloucestershire.