ADHD Therapist Salary UK
ADHD therapy sits downstream of the assessment backlog: a growing number of diagnosed adults need ongoing support, and comparatively few therapists specialise in it.
Typical mid-career
£58,000
Full range
£40,000-£90,000
Self-employed day
£350-£600
Indicative UK market bands for 2026. Figures are ranges, not quoted salaries.
ADHD Therapist salary by experience
Newly specialising
£40,000-£50,000
Qualified therapist adding an ADHD caseload.
Experienced (3-7 years)
£50,000-£68,000
Established ADHD caseload, employed or mixed.
Senior / independent
£65,000-£90,000
Full independent caseload, supervision or training work.
How you're paid changes what you earn
Employed clinic role
Salaried within an ADHD service, usually alongside assessors, with a set weekly client load.
Independent practice
Session fees of £70-£120. ADHD-specific therapists fill diaries faster than general therapists because there is far less competition for the search term.
ADHD coaching add-on
Structured coaching packages sold in blocks of six or eight sessions produce more predictable income than pay-per-session therapy.
Independent day equivalent at 5-6 clients, before indemnity and tax.
What raises a adhd therapist salary
- Post-diagnostic specialism, which is what newly diagnosed adults actually search for.
- Selling packages rather than single sessions, which stabilises monthly income.
- Working with employers on workplace adjustments, which pays at a business rate rather than a consumer one.
- Referral relationships with assessment clinics that have no therapy arm.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does an ADHD therapist earn in the UK?
Experienced ADHD therapists typically earn £50,000 to £68,000, with independent practitioners reaching £90,000.
What do private ADHD therapy sessions cost?
Typically £70-£120 per session in the UK, with package pricing common for post-diagnostic support.
Is ADHD therapy in demand?
Yes. Assessment volumes have risen faster than the number of therapists who specialise in post-diagnostic support, so specialists fill diaries quickly.