Our Services

Services Offered

Comprehensive, evidence-based developmental assessments and support for children and young people aged 0–18 years.

Comprehensive Developmental Assessments

Specialist, evidence-based developmental assessments for children and young people aged 0–18 years. We offer a clinically rigorous, child-centred approach that prioritises clarity, dignity, and meaningful outcomes for families.

What We Assess

Autism spectrum condition (ASC)
Autism spectrum with co-existing conditions (e.g., Autism and deafness)
ADHD
Specific learning difficulties, including dyslexia
Intellectual disability and global developmental delay
Speech, language and communication needs
Motor coordination difficulties (including DCD)
Emotional regulation and behavioural concerns
Restricted diet and sleep difficulties
Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

Our Approach

Holistic: cognition, communication, emotional development, behaviour, physical health, environmental factors
Evidence-based: gold-standard diagnostic tools, structured clinical interviews, developmental history, school info
Multidisciplinary: dietetics, education, occupational therapy, paediatrics, physiotherapy, psychiatry, psychology, speech & language therapy
Clear and transparent: detailed reports with practical recommendations

What Families Receive

Structured developmental evaluation
Diagnostic clarity where appropriate
Strengths-based formulation
Individualised recommendations
Specialist referrals if required
School support guidance (EHCP advice if relevant)
Signposting to appropriate interventions and services

Neurodivergence Support (0–18 Years)

Structured, evidence-informed support for neurodivergent children and young people. Focuses on understanding each child's profile of strengths, needs, and environment.

Supported Conditions

Autism spectrum condition
ADHD
Global developmental delay
Intellectual disability
DCD
Speech, language and communication differences
Specific learning difficulties (including dyslexia)
Sensory processing differences
Emotional regulation and behavioural challenges

Our Approach

Individualised: tailored to child's stage, profile, communication style, family context
Strengths-Based: build on child's strengths
Developmentally Informed: guidance differs for early years, primary, adolescence
Collaborative: work alongside parents, schools, other professionals

What Support May Include

Understanding child's neurodevelopmental profile
Practical strategies for emotional regulation and behaviour
Sensory-informed environmental adjustments
Executive functioning support (organisation, planning, attention)
Guidance on sleep and restricted diet
Social communication support
Parent coaching and structured problem-solving
School liaison and written recommendations
EHCP advice if appropriate

Our Aim

To enable children and young people to thrive, providing clarity, structure, and compassionate guidance at every stage.

Assessment of Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD)

Comprehensive assessment for children aged 6–18 years to identify underlying cognitive and processing differences affecting learning.

Conditions We Assess

Dyslexia
Dyscalculia
Dysgraphia
Processing speed and working memory weaknesses
Co-occurring ADHD, DCD, speech/language differences

Assessment Framework

Developmental & Educational History
Standardised Cognitive Assessment
Academic Attainment Testing
Phonological and Processing Skills

What the Assessment Clarifies

Whether criteria for SpLD are met
Child's cognitive strengths and weaknesses
Discrepancy between ability and attainment
Functional impact in classroom
Co-occurring neurodevelopmental factors

What Families Receive

Detailed diagnostic report
Clear explanation in accessible language
Strengths-based formulation
School recommendations and exam access guidance
Intervention and EHCP guidance

Our Aim

Provide clarity, remove uncertainty, and ensure children receive timely support to thrive academically.

Management of Sleep Difficulties (0–18 Years)

Structured assessment and management of sleep problems affecting emotional regulation, learning, behaviour, and health.

Common Sleep Difficulties Supported

Difficulty falling asleep
Frequent night waking
Early morning waking
Bedtime resistance
Co-sleeping issues
Anxiety-related sleep disturbance
Circadian rhythm delay
Sleep issues in autism/ADHD
Parasomnias

Assessment Approach

Bedtime routine, sleep environment
Sleep associations
Anxiety and emotional factors
Sensory sensitivities
Daytime behaviour
Neurodevelopmental profile
Medical contributors

Strategies

Behavioural sleep interventions
Anxiety-based support
Sensory-informed adjustments
Circadian rhythm support
Medication if required (part of broader behavioural plan)

What Families Receive

Structured sleep assessment
Personalised written sleep plan
Step-by-step guidance
Ongoing review and school liaison

Our Aim

Restore regulation, confidence, and predictability for child and parent with structured, sustainable sleep routines.

Management of Eating and Feeding Difficulties

Structured assessment and management of feeding challenges including ARFID.

Common Feeding Difficulties

Highly restricted diet
Food refusal or mealtime distress
Sensory aversions (texture, smell, temperature)
Gagging or choking anxiety
Brand/presentation-specific rigidity
Anxiety-related avoidance
Low appetite linked to ADHD medication
Mealtime behavioural escalation
ARFID

Assessment Approach

Early feeding history
Growth and nutritional status
Sensory profile
Oral motor skills
Anxiety patterns
Family mealtime dynamics
Neurodevelopmental profile
Medical contributors

Strategies

Reduce mealtime pressure
Sensory-based interventions
Anxiety-focused work
Support neurodivergent children
Nutritional and medical considerations

What Families Receive

Structured feeding assessment
Clear formulation of underlying drivers
Personalised feeding plan
Guidance for nursery/school
Ongoing review

Our Aim

Restore calm, reduce anxiety, expand diet safely, support parent-child relationship.

Management of Neurodisability (0–18 Years)

Structured, holistic management of lifelong conditions affecting movement, cognition, communication, behaviour, or sensory processing.

Conditions Supported

Cerebral palsy
Intellectual disability
Global developmental delay
Genetic and chromosomal conditions
Neuromuscular disorders
Developmental impact relating to chronic conditions
Acquired brain injury
Combined physical and learning needs

Clinical Approach

Functional focus: mobility, communication, learning, self-care, emotional regulation, participation
Multidisciplinary coordination: physiotherapy, OT, speech therapy, dietetics, neurology, education teams
Anticipatory guidance: developmental transitions, educational changes
Strengths-based planning

Key Areas of Management

Mobility and motor function
Communication
Learning and education
Behaviour and emotional regulation
Feeding and nutrition
Sleep
Medical monitoring

What Families Receive

Comprehensive functional assessment
Clear, structured management plan
Practical home/school strategies
Coordination recommendations
Written reports for education and health services
Ongoing review

Our Aim

Enable participation, reduce barriers, optimise independence, support developmental potential.