Psychological Assessment for Children and Young People (0–25 Years)
Psychological Assessment
A Thoughtful and Individualised Approach
Before beginning any assessment, I take time to understand the questions you are hoping to answer. This ensures the process is focused, relevant, and shaped around your child or young person’s unique needs. My aim is always to offer clear advice that supports practical next steps.
Assessment is never a “one size fits all” process. I carefully consider developmental stage, context, and presenting needs so that the methods used are appropriate and meaningful for each individual.
I also recognise that assessments can feel daunting for families. I therefore aim to create a calm, transparent process where you feel informed and supported at every stage.
What a Psychological
Assessment Can Help With
Clarity and Understanding
Assessment is designed to bring insight into how a child learns, feels, and experiences the world, helping to make sense of complex presentations and everyday challenges.
Tailored and Flexible Methods
A combination of structured and dynamic approaches is used, including play-based assessment, observation, and standardised tools where appropriate, depending on the child’s age and needs.
Collaborative and Evidence-Based
Information is gathered from multiple sources, including parents, carers, professionals, and direct assessment, ensuring a holistic and well-rounded understanding.
Developmentally Sensitive Practice
All assessments are adapted to the developmental level of the child or young person, ensuring that the process is accessible, respectful, and appropriate.
Meaningful, Not Just Diagnostic
The focus is not only on diagnosis or labels, but on understanding underlying needs and how these translate into everyday functioning and support.
How Assessment Works
Initial consultation to clarify referral questions and goals
Structured and unstructured observation
Consultation with parents, carers, and professionals where appropriate
Dynamic, play-based assessment for children
Standardised assessment tools and test batteries
Questionnaires and background information gathering
A clear written report with recommendations and next steps
Other Educational Psychology Services
Alongside assessment, I offer services to support understanding, planning, and intervention for children and young people. These provide a joined-up approach across home, school, and professional settings.
Psychological Assessment
Understanding Needs Through Evidence
Comprehensive assessments exploring learning, emotional wellbeing, neurodiversity, attachment, and developmental needs to provide clarity and practical recommendations.
EHCP Support
Guidance Through the SEND Process
Independent support for EHCP applications, statutory assessments, reviews, appeals, and tribunal preparation.
Preparing for Adulthood
Supporting Successful Transitions
Specialist assessment and guidance for education, employment, independence, wellbeing, and future planning.
Video Interaction Guidance (VIG)
Strengthening Relationships
An evidence-based approach that uses reflective video work to improve communication, connection, and understanding.
Staff Training
Building Knowledge and Confidence
Professional training for schools and organisations on attachment, neurodiversity, social communication, emotional wellbeing, and therapeutic approaches.
Take the First Step Towards
Greater Clarity
Whether you are seeking Educational Psychology support, EHCP guidance, or personal therapy, I offer a warm and collaborative space to explore your needs and next steps.
Take the First Step Towards Greater Clarity
Whether you are seeking Educational Psychology support, EHCP guidance, or personal therapy, I offer a warm and collaborative space to explore your needs and next steps.