I recently had my ADHD assessment with Dr. Darren and the whole experience was excellent. He made the process smooth, comfortable, and reassuring from start to finish. I had suspected ADHD for a few years but put off seeking a diagnosis because of NHS waiting times. Here, the process was very quick and efficient, and I’m glad I finally went ahead with it. Highly recommended.

Darren is a very personable individual who is able to relate to patients through having experienced the world as an ADHD individual. That perspective is invaluable to helping the diagnosis process feel like a conversation rather than a chore. It's good to feel understood.

I immediately felt comfortable and taken good care of :) it was a nice balance between keeping the session light and being professional. I’m very relieved that I did this assessment - would highly recommend!

After being stuck on the NHS ADHD referral waiting list forever and finally deciding to go private, I am really glad that I chose AuDHD Psychiatry for my assessment. Dr Darren O'Reilly was patient, authentic and easy to talk to; his personal experiences of ADHD made him really relatable and I found it helpful to have someone who understands so well the daily struggles of having ADHD. I felt comfortable and heard during my assessment. If you are someone who is still debating between different private clinics, AuDHD Psychiatry is a great option!

I recently had an ADHD assessment with Dr. Darren O’Reilly, and I’m deeply grateful for the experience. From the very beginning, Dr. O’Reilly created a supportive, respectful space where I felt truly seen and heard. The assessment was thorough yet gentle, and his insights helped me understand my patterns with clarity and compassion.

What stood out most was the balance of professionalism and empathy — he offered not only diagnostic expertise but also thoughtful advice tailored to my situation. I left the session feeling more grounded, informed, and hopeful about the next steps.
If you’re seeking an ADHD assessment that honours both the science and the human experience, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. O’Reilly.

I went through the process for ADHD assessment with AuDHD Psychiatry in Edinburgh entirely online, and it was such a smooth and supportive experience. Dr Darren was absolutely fantastic – empathetic, thorough, and very knowledgeable. He really took the time to listen and explain things clearly, which made me feel completely at ease.

It’s rare to find someone who combines such expertise with genuine compassion, but Dr Darren truly does. Even though it was online, the whole process felt personal, professional, and very reassuring.

I’d highly recommend AuDHD Psychiatry and Dr Darren to anyone seeking thoughtful and specialist support.

I will always be grateful to AuDHD for helping me. I had been struggling for so long and they were extremely fast, great with responding and helping me through the process. I was made to feel comfortable during my assessment also.
Everything was explained to me really well and I am very glad I went with them
Thanks again

I cannot recommend AuDHD Psychiatry highly enough. After facing the incredibly long NHS waitlists for an ADHD diagnosis, finding AuDHD Psychiatry was a huge relief and a genuinely life-changing experience.

The entire process was shockingly quick and efficient, especially when you compare it to the years-long wait times on the NHS. From my initial contact to receiving my diagnosis and starting medication, everything happened so fast and with such clarity. I also found them to be the most affordable of all the private companies I researched, which was a huge factor in my decision.

Dr. O'Reilly and the entire team were simply wonderful. They are not only professional but also incredibly nice, friendly, and comforting. The assessment felt more like a supportive conversation than a daunting interrogation, which made the whole experience completely stress-free.

I particularly appreciated how open and transparent they were from the very beginning. They were upfront about the process, the costs, and what to expect at every single stage. There were no hidden fees or surprises, which made me feel confident and well-informed.

The support I've received has been second to none. Thank you to Dr. O'Reilly and the team for being so kind, compassionate, and making this journey so easy.

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My experience with Dr Darren was very positive. I knew he had ADHD before our session, but I didn’t realise how much speaking to someone who truly understands would help me during the assessment process. He instantly made me feel comfortable, and the whole process was quick and smooth - which was another huge plus!

First time I've felt so seen in terms of my mental health.
Professional yet humourous and human.
I'd recommend Darren and his practice any day of the week

Darren made the environment feel very safe and trusting. His own experience of having adhd made it easy to open up to him.

I recently had an ADHD assessment with Dr Darren O’Reilly, and I can honestly say the experience was very positive. From the very beginning, Darren was extremely approachable and easy to talk to, which immediately helped put me at ease. Assessments can often feel daunting, but his calm and personal approach made the whole process much more comfortable.

He took the time to listen carefully, asked thoughtful questions, and made sure I felt understood throughout. It never felt rushed or clinical – instead, Darren created an environment where I could speak openly and honestly about my experiences.

I really appreciated how personal and supportive he was, which made what could have been a stressful process feel reassuring and constructive. I would highly recommend Darren to anyone considering an ADHD assessment.

The whole process was easy! Was seen super fast, the portal was easy to use for uploading pre-assessment forms etc, most importantly Dr Darren is great and made me feel at ease and the assessment was not at all scary.

As a mature student at a Russell Group university, I’d been stuck on the NHS waiting list for ADHD assessment for what felt like forever. Eventually, I decided to go private and AuDHD Psychiatry stood out for being the most competitively priced. I’ll admit I was initially sceptical about the low cost and the fact everything was online.

That changed instantly when I had a free pre-consultation on Teams with Dr Darren O’Reilly. He came across as genuinely sincere, listened without judgment, and wasn’t “salesy” at all — just a friendly, honest conversation about my needs.

A week later, I had my full ADHD screening with him. It was a lightbulb moment to have my experiences validated and finally offered a clear way forward felt incredible. I left feeling hopeful for the first time in a long while, especially with my focus and concentration struggles ahead of third year.

The process didn’t stop there. My follow-up with a specialist nurse was also very reassuring. She addressed my worries about ADHD meds being addictive (they’re not) and tailored a treatment plan that fits my lifestyle. Their pharmacist then called me to go over the medication process again, making sure I understood everything before starting.

From start to finish, every single person I dealt with was friendly, professional, and clearly cared about my wellbeing. If you’re unsure, I can’t recommend enough booking their free phone or Teams consultation — it was the best decision I’ve made for my studies and my mental health.

Avoid at all cost! Scammers.
Repeated missed deadlines, contact number doesn’t work. Ridiculous errors in reports. Makes promises and breaks them. I’ve reported them to authorities.

Please be careful. They’re taking advantage of vulnerable people for easy money on their part!

EDIT: I’m not the only one judging these reviews with a similar experience. Also, the reply from the company shows the level of professionalism - sharing my medical details. Great!

I felt completely comfortable with no judgement and could explain everything with ease.

Darren is an amazing listener as well as relating on so many levels of the struggles I have gone through

I was on the waiting list for an ADHD assessment for over 2 years before I decided to go private. I was able to book an assessment with Audhd psychiatry for the next week.

I've had a brilliant experience with them so far. Dr O'Reily was fantastic during my assessment. Really down to earth and personable, as well as knowledgeable. And loved that he shared that he had ADHD and so I felt really understood.

I'm planning on starting medication as soon as I can. Already so relieved to have a diagnoses and really excited to see how the mediation can help.

Felt completely listened to and understood, I was nervous pre assessment and wasn't sure what to expect. Dr Darren's approach is very calming and he understands what I'm going through and the life long difficulty I've had with ADHD. I'm really glad I've taken this step, just wish this had been addressed when I was a child, I'm 41 now. Next step is getting some medication to change my life to a positive one and rejoin the human race.

Seriously if you think you've got ADHD go and get it sorted with ADHDegree, don't procrastinate and put it off like I did, get it sorted and start enjoying life again!

Dr Darren O'Reilly has an excellent professional and interpersonal manner creating a relaxed environment whilst guiding you through the diagnosis process.

I was honestly a bit worried before my assessment. I’d been dealing with ADHD symptoms for years, and it had gotten harder to manage as I got older. I was starting to feel like I’d never get to the bottom of it.

I’d already tried the NHS route and got nowhere. Even if I got on the waiting list, I was told it would be 1 to 2 years. With AuDHD Psychiatry, I had my assessment and diagnosis within a week, which is incredible when you’re used to how slow and difficult the NHS can be.

Dr Darren O’Reilly was brilliant — warm, welcoming, and actually very relatable. He made me feel at ease straight away, and the whole thing was well-structured at times but also gave freedom to talk. I left feeling way more understood than I expected.

I’d looked into a few places before deciding, but I went with AuDHD Psychiatry and I’m so glad I did. I honestly don’t think I could have had a better experience, genuinely. Getting this diagnosis feels like a huge weight lifted. I’m finally able to move forward, and I’m incredibly grateful. Thank you.

Note for anyone researching where’s best to go: if you decide to go with AuDHD Psychiatry and Darren, I have no doubt you’ll be satisfied. I had the same confusion trying to figure out where to go, and it was quite difficult to navigate and decide. But now that I’ve been through the process, I’d 100 percent recommend AuDHD Psychiatry and Dr Darren O’Reilly. Hope this helps