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2026 – A fresh start and even more neurodiversity support

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Dr Mukesh Kripalani
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January always brings a sense of possibility. A clean slate. A moment to pause, take stock and decide what you want the year ahead to look like. For many people who are exploring whether they might be neurodivergent, the New Year is often the point where they finally decide to get the support they need. And that’s precisely why 2026 will be such an important year for us at The ADHD Centre.

We know how life-changing the right diagnosis, treatment, and guidance can be. So this year, we’re not just continuing what we do, we’re growing, expanding, and strengthening our services to support you in more meaningful, practical ways than ever before.

If 2026 is the year you’re ready to understand yourself better, we’re here with more options, more expertise, and more ways to help you live the life you deserve

The neurodiverse landscape

One of the biggest developments for 2026 is our expanded assessment range, now including support for conditions like autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and dyscalculia, alongside our well-established ADHD pathways since 2009. This broader scope aims to attract individuals wanting comprehensive evaluations.

There are no long waiting lists with many same-day or next-day appointments available. We can also guarantee continuity of care. The same consultant will treat you throughout your time with us. The benefit to you is simple: a broader, more integrated understanding of your needs with immediate support.

For many people, seeking support can feel like joining the dots between several challenges. By offering a wider range of assessments under one roof, we can help you see the whole picture, reduce time spent bouncing between services, and ensure your support plan mirrors your life, relationships, education, and work.

You may be just starting your journey or revisiting things later in life; either way, we’re making it easier, quicker, and more straightforward to get the answers you need.

New year, new events

January is one of our busiest months, and this year's new expert-led events are designed to inspire and motivate schools, parents, employers, and HR teams to explore neurodiversity support. Here is some of the fantastic feedback we have received from past events:

“I have a better understanding of how ADHD impacts workplace functioning and what meaningful adjustments look like.”

“Clear, detailed, and highly relevant. I now feel much more confident about implementing adjustments and supporting my wider team, thanks Jennifer. The recording of the session also helps as I've shared that internally with our HR Team.”

“One of the most informative sessions I've attended. The examples and frameworks for workplace assessments were especially helpful. Myself and the team will be signing up for other events.”

Why not join one of our free upcoming events:

20 January – Neurodiversity in Schools: Anxiety, Stress & Emotional Dysregulation

Aimed at schools, parents, SENCOs, and educators, this event focuses on understanding the emotional pressures that many neurodivergent children experience. We’ll explore how anxiety and stress show up in the classroom, how emotional dysregulation affects learning, and what adults can do to create calmer, more supportive environments. REGISTER FOR THE EVENT 

28 January – Small Changes, Big Impact: Simple Workplace Adjustments for Neurodiversity

We have designed this session for corporate teams, HR professionals and managers who want to support neurodivergent staff more effectively. We’ll share practical, achievable adjustments that make a big difference to confidence, productivity, and wellbeing at work. REGISTER FOR THE EVENT 

11 February - ADHD in Primary Care: Differentiation, Shared Care & Clinical Confidence

An evidence-informed session to help clinicians determine whether a patient’s difficulties are truly driven by ADHD, by another condition, or by both. REGISTER FOR THE EVENT 

Full details of our events are available on our website, and we’d encourage early booking, as the sessions always fill up quickly.

Supporting schools, employers and organisations throughout the year

Neurodiversity awareness is growing across the UK, and more schools and workplaces are looking for reliable, evidence-based guidance. That’s where our specialist team comes in. 2026 will also see us expanding our training and partnership programmes. We’ll be offering:

  • Training programmes for schools and education providers, helping teachers, SEN teams and leadership staff better understand ADHD and related conditions
  • Workplace needs assessments, providing clear recommendations for employers supporting neurodivergent staff
  • Tailored training for organisations, whether you’re a small business or a large corporate, looking to build more inclusive processes and culture
  • If you’re a school, university or education provider interested in working with us, you can reach our Partnerships Team at partnerships@adhdcentre.co.uk . They’ll talk you through how we can support your staff, students and wider community.

How our growing services support you directly

All these developments, from broader assessments to workplace training, come back to one core aim: making support easier, faster and more comprehensive for you. We are building a neurodiversity hub designed to support your journey every step of the way.

This means more clarity and less uncertainty, especially if you’ve spent years trying to work out whether your challenges relate to ADHD, autism, dyslexia or a combination of factors. You no longer need to navigate multiple services to get the answers you deserve.

It also creates smoother pathways to the right help. With more services under one roof, your assessment, treatment and coaching journey becomes joined-up, consistent and tailored to you.

Support in the environments that matter most becomes more effective, too. Whether you’re in a classroom, lecture hall or workplace, we’re equipping the people around you with the knowledge and tools they need to support you properly.

And as our services expand, so does your community. The ADHD Centre has always been a place where people feel understood, and this growth simply means there are now even more ways to access that same understanding and connection.

Make 2026 your year

If you’re thinking about starting your neurodiversity journey this year, here are a few prompts to help you get moving:

  1. Start with what you’re experiencing right now.
  2. Write down what feels challenging, confusing or overwhelming. Patterns often appear when you see things in one place.
  3. Talk to someone you trust.
  4. Sharing your observations with a partner, friend, or colleague can give you perspective and encouragement.
  5. Notice the environments where you struggle most.
  6. Is it work? Studying? Managing daily tasks? Decide what to prioritise first.
  7. Permit yourself to explore.
  8. You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out for help. Awareness often starts with curiosity.
  9. Take things one step at a time.

You don’t need to decide everything at once. Even booking an initial call or reading through our services is progress.

We know that seeking support can feel daunting, especially if you’ve spent years masking or coping quietly. But we also know how transformative the right help can be, not just for you but for your family, your work and your daily life.

2026 is shaping up to be our most supportive year yet. More services, more training, more clarity, and more opportunities to understand yourself with confidence and compassion.

If this is the year you’re ready to take that step, we’re ready to walk alongside you.

About The ADHD Centre

The ADHD Centre offers a broader range of assessments and support to reflect how often ADHD co-occurs with other neurodivergences. Alongside ADHD assessments and treatment, we provide services for autism, special learning difficulties such as Dyslexia and Dyspraxia, alongside our coaching services designed specifically for people with ADHD and co-occurring conditions.

Our specialist consultant psychiatrists and coaches provide evidence-based services, including ADHD diagnosis, medication management, coaching, mindfulness training, and educational support.

We offer:

  • ADHD enhanced and autism assessments
  • Dyslexia and Dyspraxia assessments
  • Workplace Needs Assessment (WPA)
  • Coaching in the corporate space
  • Free online workshops and webinars. Past events included Supporting Neurodiversity in Schools and Navigating Neurodiversity at University.

We offer ongoing support beyond diagnosis. For more information about our services, please visit our website at www.adhdcentre.co.uk

Our highly experienced team is on hand to provide expert insight, advice, support, and guidance on ADHD, including how to manage it effectively and embrace some of its challenges.

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Medical disclaimer

This article is for general information and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the guidance of a qualified clinician with any questions about your health. If you think you or your child may have ADHD, a consultant-led assessment is the clearest way to get answers you can trust.

Dr Mukesh Kripalani — Lead Consultant Psychiatrist at The ADHD Centre

Clinically reviewed by

Dr Mukesh Kripalani

Lead Consultant Psychiatrist • GMC Registered • The ADHD Centre

Dr Mukesh Kripalani is a GMC-registered Consultant Psychiatrist and Lead Clinical Reviewer at The ADHD Centre. With extensive experience assessing and supporting ADHD in children, adolescents and adults, he leads a multidisciplinary team providing evidence-based, NICE-aligned assessment and personalised treatment across the UK.

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