The Edinburgh Practice

What The Edinburgh Practice does

The Edinburgh Practice is an independent, multidisciplinary mental health practice founded in 2017 and headquartered in a purpose-built 6,500 square foot facility at Waverley Square in central Edinburgh. The practice delivers psychological therapy, psychiatry, and allied health services across the lifespan, with particular specialization in gold-standard neurodevelopmental assessments for ADHD and Autism (using tools such as ADOS-2 and DIVA-5) for children, young people, and adults. Its service portfolio spans 20+ offerings including Family & Couples Therapy, Memory Clinic, Menopause Services, Sport & Performance Services, Art Therapy, Play Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Dietetics, and post-diagnostic neurodiversity support. The clinical team is composed of ~25 self-employed clinical associates (psychologists, psychiatrists, pharmacists, and allied health professionals), most of whom also hold part-time roles within the NHS, local councils, or universities.

The business operates a sales-led, referral-driven model accepting both self-referrals and GP referrals, with all referrals triaged by Clinical Leads (Dr Julia Hannon for adults, Dr Lisa Ahern for children and adolescents). Revenue is generated through unit-priced, pay-in-advance services: neurodevelopmental assessments at £1,950-£3,450, ongoing therapy on a recurring basis, a £140 pharmacist-led Medication Review Clinic, and clinical room hire to other regulated healthcare professionals. The practice is regulated by Healthcare Improvement Scotland, is GDPR-compliant with ICO registration, and accepts private insurance (e.g., WPA). Operational technology includes a secure practice management system with encrypted storage and daily backups, a video consultation platform for remote appointments, and the Heidi AI documentation tool used during in-person consultations to auto-generate clinical notes for clinician review. Klarna pay-in-3 is offered on assessment fees to broaden accessibility.

Marketing and demand generation are executed through a multi-channel approach combining a content-driven website, an active Instagram presence, blog and video content, email newsletters, community event participation (Everywoman Festival, PROMISE conference, Health Inequalities summits), GP CPD educational events, and charity partnerships (Cruse Scotland 2025, Trellis 2026). The practice has been self-described as award-winning, has won 96% excellent and 96% likely-to-recommend ratings across 600+ ViewPoint feedback submissions in 2025, and has secured flagship partnerships including Team Scotland's mental health provision for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The company is privately held with no external investors, parent entity, or public listing evidenced in the available data.

Name

The Edinburgh Practice

Legal name

The Edinburgh Practice

Website

https://edinburghpractice.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Edinburgh Practice is an independent, multidisciplinary mental health practice in Edinburgh, founded in 2017, delivering gold-standard neurodevelopmental assessments (ADHD, Autism), psychological therapy, psychiatry, and allied health services to children, adults, families, organisations, and elite athletes through ~25 self-employed clinical associates.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mental Health Services

NAICS

Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians) (621330), Individual and Family Services (6241)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093)

akta.pro primary industry

Autism Diagnostic & Educational Assessment Services (EDAKAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Autism Parent/Caregiver Education & Training (School-Linked) (EDAKAKAJ), Autism Executive Functioning & Academic Skills Intervention (EDAKAKAI)

Keywords

• Mental health services
• Neurodevelopmental assessments
• Psychological therapy
• Psychiatry services
• Family therapy

Headquarters

HQ city

Edinburgh

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Assessment Services: Comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments (ADHD, Autism, Combined) for adults and children priced at £1,950-£3,450. Screening consultations at £210. Payment required 7 days prior to appointment.
2. Therapeutic Services: Ongoing psychological therapy, psychiatry, and allied health services. All services chargeable in advance of delivery. Standard fees communicated at booking.
3. Medication Review Clinic: Pharmacist-led medication titration and monitoring clinics at £140 per appointment.
4. Clinical Room Hire: Healthcare Improvement Scotland regulated clinical rooms available for hire to other healthcare professionals. Includes wifi, PC access, clinical couch, tea/coffee facilities, and receptionist services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Edinburgh Practice is a multidisciplinary mental health practice providing neurodevelopmental assessments (ADHD, Autism, Combined) for adults and children alongside psychological therapy, psychiatry, family and couples therapy, and allied health services including speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and dietetics. Services are delivered by self-employed clinical associates across 26 consultation rooms in a purpose-built Edinburgh facility, with both in-person and remote consultation options.

Product overview

The Edinburgh Practice is an award-winning, multidisciplinary mental health practice offering a comprehensive portfolio of therapeutic and assessment services across the lifespan. The core offering includes Psychological Therapy and Psychiatry, supported by a multi-disciplinary team of psychologists, psychiatrists, and allied health professionals. The practice specializes in neurodevelopmental assessments for ADHD and Autism across children (5-17 years) and adults, including combined assessments delivered by psychiatry, speech & language therapy, occupational therapy, and psychology teams using gold-standard tools such as ADOS-2 and DIVA-5. Additional therapeutic services include Family & Couples Therapy, Art Therapy, Play Therapy, Sandplay Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Dietetics. The practice also offers specialized services including a Memory Clinic, Capacity Assessments, Menopause Services, Sport & Performance Services, and organizational B2B services. All services are supported by an operational model where clinicians are self-employed associates, with a clear triage process and both self-referral and GP referral pathways accepted. The practice utilizes AI-assisted clinical documentation (Heidi AI) during consultations and offers flexible payment options including Klarna interest-free payments for assessments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Combined Autism & ADHD Assessment (Adults) Comprehensive multi-disciplinary neurodevelopmental assessment for adults (18+) evaluating both Autism and ADHD using DIVA-5, ADOS-2, and structured clinical interviews. Includes Psychiatry, Speech and Language Therapy, and Psychology input. Fee: £3,250.
• Combined Autism & ADHD Assessment (Children & Young People) Comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessment for children and young people (5–17 years) evaluating both Autism and ADHD. Delivered by a multi-disciplinary team including Psychiatry, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Psychology using ADOS-2 and DSM-5 criteria. Fee: £3,450.
• ADHD Assessment (Children & Teens) Comprehensive ADHD assessment for children and young people (5–17 years) conducted by Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrists and Specialty Doctors. Three-stage process with school involvement, NICE best practice guidelines compliant. Fee: £1,950.
• ADHD Assessment (Adults) Two-appointment ADHD assessment for adults (18+) carried out by Consultant Psychiatrists with specialist knowledge in ADHD. Initial consultation with developmental history followed by feedback session. NICE guidelines compliant. Fee: £2,050. Currently no waiting list.
• Autism Assessment (Adults) Comprehensive neuroaffirmative autism assessment for adults (18+) following NICE guidelines. Multi-disciplinary approach using ADOS-2 across four stages: Initial Consultation, ADOS-2, MDT discussion, and Feedback. Fee: £2,050.
• Autism Assessment (Children & Young People) Gold-standard autism assessment for children and young people (5–17 years). Led by clinical psychologists, occupational therapists, and speech and language therapists. Includes school liaison and ADOS-2 observation. Fee: £1,950.
• Neurodevelopmental Screening Consultation One-hour screening consultation with a Clinical Psychologist to help determine whether a full neurodevelopmental assessment is appropriate, or which assessment pathway suits best. Available in-person or remotely. Fee: £210.
• Medication Review Clinic (ADHD Medication Titration & Monitoring) Pharmacist-led ADHD medication titration and ongoing monitoring service led by Senior Clinical Pharmacist Ade Deekae with psychiatry coordination. Fee: £140 per medication review appointment.
• Psychological Therapy Individual therapeutic services delivered by qualified psychologists addressing mental health difficulties through evidence-based approaches. Available to children, adolescents, adults, and families.
• Psychiatry Consultant psychiatrist-led assessments and treatment services, including medication prescribing and management for various mental health conditions.
• Family & Couples Therapy Systemic family therapy services addressing relationship dynamics, communication, and family functioning for couples and families.
• Memory Clinic Specialised assessment and support services for memory concerns and cognitive functioning.
• Menopause Services Specialised mental health support services addressing psychological and emotional aspects of menopause.
• Sport & Performance Services Mental health and performance psychology services for athletes and sports professionals, including support for elite athletes and sports organisations.
• Neurodiversity Support Services Post-diagnostic support services for individuals following autism or ADHD diagnosis, including access to psychology, speech and language therapy, dietetics, occupational therapy, and family therapy.
• Intellectual Disability Assessment Specialised assessments evaluating intellectual functioning and adaptive abilities.
• Capacity Assessments Formal assessments of an individual's capacity to make specific decisions at a particular time.
• Educational & Cognitive Assessments Assessments evaluating learning abilities, cognitive functioning, and educational needs.
• Speech & Language Therapy Specialist therapy addressing communication difficulties, including those associated with neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Occupational Therapy Enables individuals to participate in daily activities and achieve greater independence through skill development and environmental adaptation.
• Dietetics Nutritional assessment and advice services including support for ARFID, eating disorders, sports nutrition, and general dietary concerns.
• Art Therapy Expressive therapy service delivered by an Art Psychotherapist using creative processes to support mental health and wellbeing.
• Play Therapy Therapeutic approach for children using play to help them express feelings, process experiences, and develop coping skills.
• Sandplay Therapy Expressive and exploratory therapeutic technique using sand and miniature figures to facilitate psychological processing.
• Services for Organisations Mental health and wellbeing services tailored for businesses and organisations, including workplace support and employee assistance programmes.
• Clinical Rooms for Hire Healthcare Improvement Scotland regulated clinical rooms available for hire by other healthcare professionals within the practice's 6,500 sq ft purpose-built facility. Includes wifi, PC access, clinical couches, consumables, tea/coffee facilities, receptionist, and wheelchair access.

Quantifiable outcome

• 96% of clients rate the practice as excellent and would recommend to family and friends
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Everywoman FestivalcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 8 June 2026Partnered with Everywoman Festival for first Edinburgh Pop-Up event. Practice stand providing mental health information; Dr Julia Hannon delivered choir-based CBT session.
• Avante PharmacycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 May 2026Partnership with Avante Pharmacy for prescription services. Shares commitment to high-quality, personalised patient care, ensuring smooth and seamless experience from consultation to treatment.
• Trellis – Gardening for WellbeingflagshipOthers · 12 February 2026Nominated charity for 2026. Trellis focuses on therapeutic gardening, supporting over 520 groups and 14,000+ people weekly through horticultural therapy. Practice organizing fundraising events throughout the year.
• UK Sports InstitutecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 22 January 2026Presented at UK Sports Institute Mental Health in Elite Sport Conference on topic of professional boundaries and risk management in performance sport.
• Team Scotland at Commonwealth Games 2026flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 January 2026Dr Fiona Wilson named Lead for Mental Health & Wellbeing for Team Scotland at 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Multiple team members appointed to various roles supporting athlete mental health and performance.
• Cruse ScotlandcoreOthers · 16 October 2025Charity partner for 2025. Practice raised over £1000 for Cruse Scotland through various fundraising activities including silent disco and bake sale.
• PROMISE ConferenceflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 September 2025Main sponsor of PROMISE25 conference on mental health in sport. Dr Fiona Wilson presented on ADHD management in athletes; Practice hosted ISSP meeting.
• Health Inequalities in Scotland SummitminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 5 September 2024Sponsored and attended Holyrood's Health Inequalities in Scotland: The State of the Nation Summit at Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh.
• egg – Scotland's largest platform connecting womencoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 September 2024Partnership with egg's community platform for women. Practice sponsoring Women on Top event and supporting egg's mission of celebrating and empowering women across Scotland.
• WPA (Western Provident Association)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAccepted private health insurance provider. Clients advised to contact WPA prior to referral to confirm coverage.
• Healthcare Improvement ScotlandcoreOthersRegulatory body overseeing independent healthcare. Practice maintains Healthcare Improvement Scotland regulation for clinical rooms and services.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Evolve Psychology: UK private psychology practice offering autism and ADHD assessments for children and adults with multidisciplinary teams, competing for the same private-pay family and adult assessment demand.
• Clinical Partners: UK private practice offering autism, ADHD, and combined neurodevelopmental assessments alongside psychological therapy and psychiatry - directly comparable in self-pay assessment model, multidisciplinary team, and gold-standard tooling.
• ADHD 360: UK private provider specializing in ADHD assessment, diagnosis, and medication management for adults and children with a self-pay and remote-delivery model that competes in the same neurodevelopmental assessment category.
• Psychiatry-UK: UK private psychiatry service specializing in adult ADHD and autism assessments via remote delivery, with similar NICE-aligned protocols and Right to Choose NHS pathways as The Edinburgh Practice's offering.
• Harley Psychology: London-based private psychology and assessment clinic offering adult autism and ADHD assessments using ADOS-2 and gold-standard tools, with a similar multidisciplinary clinical model and self-pay pricing tier.
• The London Psychiatry Centre: UK private specialist clinic focused on adult ADHD and autism assessment and treatment by consultant psychiatrists, directly comparable in assessment-led model and self-pay pricing structure.

Broad incumbents

• The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust: UK NHS specialist mental health trust offering autism and ADHD assessments, gender services, and psychological therapy - overlapping clinical services but publicly funded and serving as a referral alternative rather than a direct competitor.
• Priory Group: Largest UK private mental health provider offering autism and ADHD assessments, therapy, and inpatient services across the UK - much broader footprint but overlapping in self-pay neurodevelopmental assessment and therapy services.

Regional players

• Psicon: UK provider of psychological services including ADHD and autism assessments, primarily serving NHS contracts across England - comparable clinical offering but NHS-funded model contrasts with The Edinburgh Practice's self-pay approach.

Emerging players

• Sunstone Psychology: Smaller private UK psychology practice offering autism and ADHD assessments and therapy with a comparable multidisciplinary team approach, though operating at smaller scale than The Edinburgh Practice.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/theedinburghpractice
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/edinburgh-practice

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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