How soon can I book an online ADHD assessment?

You can book an online ADHD assessment right now, no referral needed

You can begin booking an online ADHD assessment with Finding Focus immediately. The booking system is self-serve, runs online around the clock, and does not require a referral, a family doctor's note, or a spot on a public wait list. Where the public system can mean waiting months to many months, sometimes 1–2 years or longer for an assessment, our model is built around the promise of diagnosis in hours, not weeks, so most people move from "thinking about it" to a confirmed appointment in a single sitting.

There is no gatekeeping step before you can book. You don't need a GP to refer you, you don't need to call and wait on hold, and you don't need to prove anything in advance. Because Finding Focus is a virtual clinic serving people across Canada, you can book from anywhere with an internet connection. If you'd like to understand the full journey first, read our overview of ADHD testing and diagnosis, then come back and start whenever you're ready.

Here is the fast, self-serve booking, step by step

The whole process is designed to be quick and clear, with transparent pricing shown up front. Here is exactly how the fast start works:

1. Take the free screener (optional). Start with our free ADHD test to see whether your experiences line up with common ADHD traits. It takes a few minutes and is not a diagnosis, but it's a helpful first step.
2. Review your assessment and pricing. Pricing is shown before you commit, assessments start at $399 CAD. See pricing for plans, payment options, and the returning-diagnosis discount.
3. Create your account and choose a time. Booking is self-serve; pick an appointment slot that suits your schedule.
4. Confirm and pay securely. Pay online, or choose an affordable payment plan so cost doesn't delay your start.
5. Complete your intake forms. You'll answer brief questionnaires about your history and current symptoms so your clinician can prepare. Finishing these promptly keeps your start date as early as possible.
6. Meet your clinician by video. A licensed Canadian nurse practitioner or clinician conducts your DSM-5-TR-based, CADDRA-aligned assessment.

From there, a confirmed diagnosis can flow straight into next steps, a treatment plan, documentation, or referrals, without restarting the process elsewhere.

What affects how soon your appointment actually happens

Booking itself is instant, but the date of your first appointment depends on a few practical things, not on a referral queue. The main factors are clinician availability in your province, whether the assessment is for an adult or a youth, the time of day you book, and how quickly you complete your intake forms. Even at the slower end, private online booking typically means days, not the months-to-years common in the public system. Put simply, the only real wait is choosing a convenient time and finishing your forms, there is no referral queue, triage line, or provincial waiting list standing between you and your first appointment.

If your goal is to be seen quickly, it helps to book and complete your intake forms in one sitting. For more on realistic timelines, see how long does it take to get an ADHD diagnosis in Canada? and how fast can you get an ADHD diagnosis online?.

Who can book, what it costs, and what's included

Online booking is open to adults 18 and over anywhere in Canada, including older adults 65+, who can access ADHD and broader mental-health care. Youth assessment is also available, with one important location limit to keep in mind before you book.

Pricing is transparent and shown before you confirm, so there are no surprises at checkout:

• Assessments start at $399 CAD, with pricing displayed up front.
• Already have an ADHD diagnosis? You may qualify for 50% off your initial consultation.
• Affordable payment plans are available so cost doesn't stand between you and getting started.
• A confirmed diagnosis can lead into a personalized treatment plan, medication management (controlled stimulant prescribing follows provincial rules), CBT/DBT and other psychotherapy, work and school accommodations, Disability Tax Credit (DTC) forms, and expedited psychiatry referrals.

If you'd like help before booking, you can reach our team by phone at 1-866-506-9203 or email support@findfocusnow.com. When you're ready, view pricing and book your assessment online, there's no waiting for a referral to begin.