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Gordon Brown

Chief Executive Officer and Consultant Nurse

Gordon qualified as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) in 1992 and then spent the next 25 years working in Child & Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS). He has a BSc (Hons) Nursing with the Specialist Practitioner Qualification in Child & Adolescent Mental Health. These qualifications, along with his Independent Nurse Prescribing qualification can be found on the NMC website. He is currently working towards completing his MSc.

During his time in Forth Valley CAMHS, Gordon developed the first UK ADHD nurse-led service, whereby he independently assessed, diagnosed, and treated children with ADHD. This pioneering model is now seen across the UK, and you will find many nurses at the forefront of leading ADHD services as a result of Gordon’s early work.

Gordon is considered by many to be the most experienced ADHD clinician in Scotland, and he has won awards for his ADHD Degree module at the University of Scotland and his ADHD specific parent training programme, Parents INC™️.

Helping raise awareness of ADHD is of paramount importance to Gordon and to this end, he has been involved in a number of research projects, has several publications and has presented at many national and international conferences on ADHD.

Gordon has been seeing private patients since 2008 and later launched ADHD Direct in 2017. Back then, he was a one man show. In only a few years, he has grown ADHD Direct to become the biggest neurodevelopmental service in Scotland with a large clinical and support team looking after over 4000 patients.

Seeing children and adults since 2008 has provided Gordon with a unique knowledge of ADHD and has helped him recognise the importance of offering a whole of life service as for the majority diagnosed with ADHD, it is a life-long condition.

As well as Parents INC™️, Gordon has developed other programmes, including the ADHD teacher training programme, Teachers COUNT, a programme for neurodiverse entrepreneurs called, The Neurodiverse Business School (NBS)™️ and the programme for parents of children who are newly diagnosed with Autism called, The Ausome Parents League.

Read what Gordon’s Patients say:

“I can’t praise the ADHD Clinic enough. Gordon and all the staff have helped our family immensely, especially through the process of my son’s diagnosis and treatment. Our experience has only been positive.”

– Francis Murphy

“Gordon is an absolute legend. You will never meet anyone else with the knowledge he has.
I wish I could discuss it with him all day every day now that he’s helped me understand it.

Please remember though he is Private and is not always available to answer your questions.
I would always advise after you get your copy of your diagnosis to actually spend time reading it and understanding it, that alone with his wording will always help.”

– Lee Menzies

“I would like you to know that I think you are the most professional, thorough, and caring team and Gordon’s knowledge of ADHD is second to none.
I know how vigorously you tested my child and I 100% would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone and indeed have done in the past. Since you diagnosed my child almost two years ago now with ADHD his life has improved immeasurably and I cannot thank Gordon enough for this.
We will be forever grateful.”

– Amanda

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Awards:

ADHD Serivce of the Year 2023/24

‘Revolutionising how individuals access vital services for ADHD and autism, ADHD Direct specialises in virtual and in-person ADHD assessments, consultations, and treatment plans from its Glasgow base. With a dedicated team of clinical experts boasting more than 30 years of combined experience, the company delivers a range of patient-centred services as a whole-of-life plan, including diagnosis, screenings, coaching and medicine prescriptions. The judges were impressed by the team’s first-class services, which are rooted in empowering individuals to unlock their true potential by sustaining future goal pathways. With ADHD now widely misdiagnosed and under-diagnosed, the team has become a lifeline, providing timely and comprehensive solutions for those who have previously faced inadequate support.’

ADHD Direct are a Disability Confident employer, ensuring that disabled people have the opportunities to fulfil their potential, and supporting their journey to realise their aspirations:

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:

// ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible // communicating and promoting vacancies // offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job // anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required // supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work // at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people
Find out more about Disability Confident at: www.gov.uk/disability-confident

As a Disability Confident Employer we:

// have undertaken and successfully completed the Disability Confident self-assessment // are taking all of the core actions to be a Disability Confident employer // are offering at least one activity to get the right people for our business // and at least one activity to keep and develop our people.

Find out more about Disability Confident at: www.gov.uk/disability-confident

ADHD Direct is an Living Wage Employer

At ADHD Direct, we’ve committed to being a Living Wage accredited employer, ensuring that all our employed staff aged 18 and over receive at least the real Living Wage (£12 per hour). We’re dedicated to fair compensation, extending this commitment to contracted workers as well.

Learn more about Living Wage: https://www.livingwage.org.uk/

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Patient Reviews

Don't Just Take Our Word For It

“As a parent, I wasn’t prepared to wait 2 years to get my child the help they needed, so I started looking for alternative assessment routes. ADHD Direct exceeded all expectations. From the first appointment, the service was professional and child-friendly and ultimately they provided us with life-changing answers and support.”

AnonymousADHD Assessment

“There is a group of special people who work here. When I first approached ADHD Direct I already had a diagnosis from another clinic. I even had concerns about something for a phone call etc to reassure me. ADHD Direct, your guys have made my journey so easy. Thank you”

AlistairADHD Assessment

"I never thought of myself as having ADHD because I wasn't one of those kids who was constantly running around. I just assumed I was lazy and unfocused, and that I didn't try hard enough to concentrate on the important things." ADHD Direct led me to realise that not only was there an explanation for why I "worked" differently from others, but also that there were better options than just trying to scold myself into being neurotypical. I'm still "me", but now for eight hours a day I get to be the version of me that prioritises and accomplishes the stuff that needs done without it feeling like a huge chore. ADHD Direct are professional, understanding, experienced and friendly, and I have recommended them to more than one person I know.

AlanADHD Assessment

"When I reached out to ADHD Direct my life was at a low. Decades of feeling trapped on an adrenaline-fuelled roller coaster had left me burnt out; held hostage by a catalogue of erratic and impulsive behaviours with little consistency or stability, impacting my health, relationships and work life negatively. ADHD Direct provided professional support, guidance and a thorough screening process leading to a formal ADHD diagnosis. Recognising these behaviours weren't character flaws but very real symptoms of a medical condition that could be effectively managed was life-changing. With the ongoing support of the fantastic team and a bespoke treatment plan, my life has improved beyond anything I could have dared dream since diagnosis. My huge thanks to the team for their care, sensitivity and support."

Anonymous PatientADHD Assessment

"The clinician was very thorough with explaining everything in detail about the assessment. Very understanding and clear in her treatment plan. Due to lack of services and scrutiny within the NHS, there was no judgement, no waiting long periods of time, just excellent patient focus and making families feel welcomed and finally having the answers. Highly recommend ADHD direct."

Anonymous patientADHD Assessment

"I would like you to know that I think you are the most professional, thorough, and caring team and Gordon’s knowledge of ADHD is second to none. I know how vigorously you tested my child and I 100% would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone and indeed have done in the past. Since you diagnosed my child almost two years ago now with ADHD his life has improved immeasurably, and I cannot thank Gordon enough for this. We will be forever grateful."

AmandaADHD Assessment

"My experience with you over the last year has been excellent and I feel that you have handled my case with exceptional professionalism. The diagnostic process was extremely thorough from beginning to end and your approach to treatment, prescribing medication and reviewing my progress has been consistently cautious and responsible."

BenADHD Assessment

"I was diagnosed with you just over a year ago. I just wanted to email and say thank you. Thank you for changing my life for the better. During my time as a patient at ADHD Direct, I felt fully supported (definitely more than I currently do under NHS care). The staff have always been so friendly and supportive. The team at ADHD Direct change lives and I don't know how I would have managed without your support."

Kelsey ADHD Assessment

"I just want to thank you and all of the team at ADHD Direct for all of your support and input over this past year. It has honestly been life-changing for my child and we are eternally grateful for your help and advice."

FionaADHD Assessment

"I have very much appreciated your help and support during this process. I think I have already told you, but the diagnosis and benefits of the medication have been life-changing for me and my family. This would not have been possible without your expert knowledge of ADHD and associated behaviours."

AnonymousADHD Assessment

"I was struck by your compassionate and empathetic approach for which I am very grateful."

AlastairADHD Assessment

"The support your organisation has provided me has been life-changing."

AnonymousADHD Assessment

"I highly recommend this service to anyone concerned about ADHD. It's made such a difference to my life already to have this diagnosis confirmed. If my appointment had concluded with the answer that I haven't been living with ADHD then I would feel fully comfortable accepting that as the knowledge and competence of the team and the thorough process throughout would make it clear that every factor had been considered. It an outstanding service that I am grateful for. Thanks again :)"

Anonymous Patient

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Gordon Brown

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