Multi Disciplinary Assessments
I am often asked to assess children for neurodevelopmental disorders,
such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD/ADD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity
Disorder) and some specific learning difficulties. These conditions
can affect more than one area of the brain resulting in a variety
of co-existing problems including weaknesses in:
- Speech and language
- Motor and sensory functioning
- Emotional regulation
- Attention and concentration
- Social communication
- Academic functioning
The emotional and psychological consequences of such difficulties can also be significant and often require support. A thorough evaluation of a child’s strengths and weaknesses and an accurate diagnosis can help parents, teachers and other key adults understand and support a child more effectively.
Whilst it is not uncommon for such children to undergo many different
appointments to gain a comprehensive picture of their profile, this
can be a difficult and needlessly repetitive process both for parents
and children. At Queen Anne Street, we have a team of independent
professionals from different disciplines (child psychology, occupational
therapy, speech and language therapy) with years of specialist expertise
in this area. It is sometimes possible, with some advance planning,
to arrange for all of these assessments to happen in one half-day
clinic. Following such an assessment, a single comprehensive report
can be produced, including diagnosis and recommendations for ongoing
support and treatment.
If you are interested in arranging a multi-disciplinary assessment
then please contact Tracy, my PA. She can give you an idea of costs,
which will vary depending on the nature and complexity of the problem.
She will send you some questionnaires to complete which will help
us to decide which professionals need to be involved. Once you have
completed these, we can make the necessary arrangements for your child’s
assessment to go ahead.
If you have any questions do contact us and I can give you my opinion
as to whether this might be a helpful way forward for your child.
