Therapeutic assessments for children

These can be self-funded or for those who are eligible can be funded through the Adoption and Special Guardian Support Fund. These assessments will consider a young person’s mental health and where relevant, consider challenges associated with experiencing trauma and attachment difficulties. The main purpose of these assessments is to develop a shared understanding of the difficulties and to consider therapeutically what support the young person is likely to benefit from. This will be guided by exploration of strengths and struggles across environments to develop individually tailored recommendations informed by the evidence base of what is most likely to be effective. Families who are concerned about a young person’s wellbeing but aren’t sure what steps to take next can contact us for an initial consultation, or we can create bespoke longer assessments in discussion with yourselves in order to meet your requirements. For further information about ASGSF assessments click here.

Occupational Therapy assessments 

These assessments consider a young person’s sensory processing and motor skills and how difficulties in these areas may impact on function in everyday life. Gaining a broader understanding of these aspects can help us to plan appropriate intervention, and give advice and recommendations around increasing independence for that young person.

For further information on our OT services please visit our OT page.

Neurodevelopmental Assessment Pathway

These are diagnostic assessments for families who consider that their children may meet criteria for a diagnosis of autism. These assessments are multi-disciplinary and compliant with NICE guidelines. For further information please see our Neurodevelopmental Autism Assessment page 

Education and Learning Assessments

Families and schools can access assessment, consultation and support from our highly qualified team such as Educational and Clinical Psychologists to help better understand a young person’s educational experiences and challenges. We draw upon a wide range of standardised and dynamic assessment approaches and consider the strengths of the young person, supporting their engagement and social-emotional wellbeing. Please note we are unable to provide assessments as a part of an EHCP process . For further information please see our Services to Education webpage