Comprehensive assessments for children and young people where there are questions regarding ADHD, autism or cognitive development.
Our Approach
Our assessments are thorough and comprehensive, following NICE guidelines and including several face-to-face appointments. We combine detailed clinical interviews, direct assessment with your child, school feedback and school observations to build a full picture of your child’s strengths and needs.
Our Reports
You receive a detailed, personalised report explaining the findings, with practical recommendations for support at home and school.
Professionals have described our reports as among the most detailed and insightful they have read.
Assessments Offered
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Assessment usually includes:
- Developmental and clinical history.
- Standardised questionnaires from parents, school and the young person.
- Face-to-face clinical assessment.
- QbCheck attention and activity testing.
- Primary: school observation. Secondary: individual clinical interview.
Findings inform diagnosis and tailored recommendations.
Clinical Lead
Dr Priya Vigneswaran, Clinical Psychologist, oversees assessments, bringing over 20 years’ experience with children and families and expertise in ADHD, autism and related difficulties.
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Our autism assessments follow NICE guidelines and bring together qualified professionals from different disciplines. They include:
- Developmental history and school feedback.
- Standardised measures and face-to-face assessment of social communication.
- School observation for primary-school children.
- An individual clinical multidisciplinary assessment for all young people
We consider sensory needs, flexibility and masked or overlapping difficulties. Findings are reviewed together to inform diagnosis and tailored recommendations.
Clinical Lead
Assessments are led by Dr Priya Vigneswaran, Clinical Psychologist, with over 20 years’ experience, alongside a highly trained colleague selected from her multidisciplinary network of psychiatrists, speech and language therapists and occupational therapists.
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We use standardised measures, including the WISC-V and WPPSI-IV, to assess verbal comprehension, visual-spatial skills, fluid reasoning (solving new problems), working memory and processing speed.
Alongside scores, we observe how your child approaches tasks, sustains attention and manages challenges, building a clear picture of their strengths and support needs.
Cognitive assessment is available independently or as part of a wider ADHD or autism assessment.
Clinical Lead
Cognitive assessments are undertaken by Dr Priya Vigneswaran, Clinical Psychologist, with over 20 years’ experience working with children and young people. She considers findings alongside your child’s developmental, educational, emotional and neurodevelopmental profile to provide practical recommendations for learning and everyday life.
Our assessments are characterised by:
- detailed clinical and developmental assessment;
- qualitative as well as quantitative information;
- direct observation and clinical judgement;
- school observation where appropriate;
- dedicated individual assessment with older young people;
- multidisciplinary working;
- individualised recommendations for home and school.
Getting Started is Easy
Free 15 Min Chat
If you are unsure of the support we could offer we can arrange a free 10-15-minute call to discuss your situation.
Book Appointment
Once you are happy that we are right for you we will book you in for your initial assessment.
First Session
Find out what to expect when you start your sessions with us.