getting assessed in the uk

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Hi
i don't know if I have Asperger's and if I have its probably not as bad as some people experience it. But every time i read about it or hear someone talk on radio who has it, i really relate to what they're saying. Socially - it never gets easier - i make an effort because that's what your supposed to do and because I do like people and do feel lonely. People say I'm eccentric and sometimes aloof and they say I'm 'direct' and 'blunt' and its funny but sometimes it offends people. Maybe i'm just a loner and anti-social but I would like to understand myself more and know if I could have it in a mild form.
I know its unusual for women to have it (least I think it is?) but runs in my family - 3 people have it (all male)

Does anyone know how I might get an assessment -would prefer private if I can afford it as I don';t want to wait ages or have to explain to my GP why i think I need it.

thanks in advance for anyone's time in reading this.