Who can refer

We accept referrals for tic assessment and management from local paediatricians, neurologists and CAMHS professionals. As we are a tertiary service, we unfortunately do not accept referrals from GPs for tics. If you are a GP, please refer to local paediatrics, neurology or CAMHS in the first instance for initial assessment and advice.

For referrals relating to complex motor stereotypies, we welcome GPs contacting us for an initial discussion.

Why are children referred to us?

We are a neurodevelopmental movements service and offer specialist assessment, intervention and support with the management of neurodevelopmental movement disorders.

Please refer to us if tics and/or stereotypies are the primary concern and you are referring for assessment and management advice in relation to these. If the primary concern is a co-morbidity relating to the movement disorder (e.g. anxiety, ADHD), please refer to the relevant local service (e.g. CAMHS). We accept referrals for children up to the age of 16 years.

How to make a referral

Please send your referral in writing by email or post using the details in the referral contacts box on this page.

Why are children referred to us?

Children are referred for specialist assessment, intervention and support with the management of neurodevelopmental movement disorders.

We offer second opinion assessments and/or support for children presenting with particularly complex symptoms. This may include difficulties commonly associated with movement disorders, such as:

• anxiety
• hyperactivity
• concentration
• behavioural problems.