Demand for autism assessments continues to rise, but clinical capacity is not keeping pace. Across the UK, services are facing longer waits, increased clinician burnout and growing clinical risk.
The issue is not just volume. Autism assessment requires experienced, supervised clinicians who understand governance, ethics and diagnostic integrity. When pathways rely on under-supported or inexperienced staff, quality drops fast.
This is where workforce strategy matters. Sustainable delivery means targeted recruitment, access to experienced clinicians and realistic capacity planning.
At Hunter Gatherer Mental Health, we focus on building safe, credible assessment teams that protect patients, clinicians and services.
Speak to our team about strengthening your autism assessment workforce.