Start ADHD Treatment Without Your GP: A Step-by-Step Private Route
Can You Start ADHD Treatment Without a GP? Yes—Here’s How.
If you're stuck in a referral backlog, denied by your GP, or simply can’t wait, private ADHD treatment offers a legal and compliant way to begin care—without going through your GP.
At Focus Gently, we provide a direct-access, end-to-end pathway led by Nurse Independent Prescribers, allowing you to start treatment safely in under 3 weeks.
What Does “Private ADHD Treatment Without GP Involvement” Actually Mean?
It means:
You don’t need a referral from your GP
You can self-refer directly to a licensed ADHD provider
You’ll receive a full diagnosis, report, and—if clinically appropriate—medication
Your GP is not required to authorise or oversee any part of the process.
Step-by-Step: How to Start ADHD Treatment Privately
✅ Step 1: Self-Refer Online
Complete our secure intake form. No gatekeeping, no referral letter required.
✅ Step 2: Clinical ADHD Assessment
Book a 90-minute diagnostic consultation for £895. You’ll meet with an NMC-registered Nurse Independent Prescriber via secure video.
✅ Step 3: Receive Your Report
You’ll be issued a detailed diagnostic letter and, where ADHD is diagnosed, recommendations for treatment.
✅ Step 4: Begin Medication
With our £1,600 assessment + medication package, you’ll receive:
Your first prescription
A titration plan
A follow-up consultation
Optional shared care documents
✅ Step 5: Continue Treatment or Transition to GP
You may continue privately or transition into shared care with your GP (subject to GP agreement).
Is It Safe and Legal to Be Prescribed ADHD Medication Without a GP?
Yes. Our clinicians are fully regulated and follow NICE guidelines (NG87).
✅ Nurse Independent Prescribers are qualified to:
Diagnose ADHD
Initiate and monitor treatment
Issue prescriptions (e.g., Elvanse, Atomoxetine, Medikinet XL)
✅ Prescriptions are dispensed via UK-registered pharmacies
✅ All data is managed under GDPR and NHS DSPT standards
Why Might You Avoid the GP Route?
You’ve been denied a referral
You’re facing a 12–36 month NHS wait
You want medication quickly and safely
You’re seeking a more supportive or discreet process
You’re planning a shared care transition, but want to start now
How Fast Can You Start ADHD Medication Privately?
MilestoneTimelineWaitlist to assessment~7–10 daysAssessment to prescription~3–5 daysMedication dispatch~1–3 days
Total: Under 3 weeks from start to treatment
What Medications Are Offered?
We prescribe in line with NHS standards. Options include:
Stimulants: Elvanse, Concerta XL, Medikinet XL
Non-stimulants: Atomoxetine, Guanfacine
Titration and side-effect monitoring are included with all prescribing packages.
Focus Gently Pricing Summary
PackagePriceADHD Diagnostic Consultation£895Assessment + Medication Initiation£1,600Titration & Ongoing Review£495
No subscriptions. No hidden costs. All services include documentation and medication support.
Can You Still Involve Your GP Later?
Yes. If you'd like to:
Transition into shared care
Add your diagnosis to NHS records
Secure long-term prescription support
We’ll issue a formal summary letter for your GP with your consent.
Ready to Take Control of Your ADHD Treatment?
👉 Book Now or Join the Waitlist
Start your ADHD diagnosis and treatment without needing GP permission—compliantly, quickly, and with full clinical oversight.
