Neurodiversity Assessment, Support, Training

With the Equality Act 2010, these protections also include reasonable adjustments and the use of assistive technologies and concessions such as flexible work hours or remote working, etc. A formal autism assessment can help identify specific needs that will enable these accommodations in a professional setting. Cardiff is home to approximately 7000 autistic individuals and has a prevalence rate of 2%.
To learn more about our work and events at AP Cymru, please consider signing up to our newsletter which is sent out on a regular basis. Neurodivergent employees and pupils often spend tremendous energy hiding their differences, a process known as masking. This constant effort is the #1 predictor of burnout, stress, and non attendance within the workplace or education setting. We have organised our directory by region to help you easily search for a registered neurodivergent counsellor or psychotherapist in the UK and Ireland. Most therapists in our directory also work online with clients across the country, so if you are happy to work online please contact our therapists to discuss this option.

Following that your lead professional will write a full report, with outcomes. This report will be sent to you with full list of recommendations that may be helpful for educators or employers or yourself and your family. The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS 2 ; face to face assessment), which is observed and double scored for reliability purposes. The ADOS-2 is carried out with the child / person and involves talking and playing games. The assessment is typically carried out by a Clinical Psychologist and other professional specialised in ADOS 2 or ADI-r or 3di assessments.
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For children and young people Occupational Health Advisor who are not attending school, we will consider referrals made jointly by the family and another health/education/social care professional. Navigating university life can be challenging, especially for individuals with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). This is why we have a range of dedicated support services to ensure that students with ASC feel comfortable, empowered, and have equal opportunities to succeed. We know radical change is needed in this sector and we are working with the NHS and services to improve long-term support for neurodivergent children, adults and their families.
This allows us to build a rich, whole person understanding rather than relying on isolated measures. A neuroinclusive team recognises the strengths every individual can bring to the workplace, based on the way their brain processes information and how they experience the world. They welcome and celebrate different ways of thinking, and everyone is accepted and supported for their diversity of thought. AP Cymru are striving to create a neuro-inclusive world for children, young people and their families by providing a toolkit of guidance,  knowledge and understanding of neurodiversity through authentic lived-experience.

Working face to face across the South of England and South Wales including; Cardiff, Edinburgh, Cambridge, Oxford, Bristol, Exeter, London, Sussex, Portsmouth and Kent and online all across the UK and abroad.
Her personal and professional values of being ethical, supportive and respectful, informs her practice. If you are referred by your GP for an autism assessment for the first time, you can usually choose any provider with an NHS contract to provide the service you need. Dyslexia is the most commonly found neurocognitive diagnosis within the UK population with high rates of cooccurrence with other SpLDs. It is important that teachers and TAs have an awareness of dyslexia / neurodiversity, how it can impact on a pupil’s performance as well as how to work successfully with those with such profiles in order to comply with their legal duties. A range of ND training programmes that are designed to provide the knowledge and skills required to build a neuroinclusive school - the inclusion of all types of brains in the classroom. A specialist clinical consultation designed to explore your concerns, discuss your history and clarify the most appropriate next steps.
The GP will assess the situation and potentially refer to the appropriate specialist service for an ADHD assessment if necessary. The GP may need to gather more information before making a referral into this service. Explore our locations, meet our team, and take the first step towards understanding yourself or your loved one with confidence and care. We have multiple assessment hubs across the country, and we continue to expand. We want to make our service accessible for everyone, so we offer a range of 0% interest payment options. Our company is led by experienced neurodevelopmental specialists, and our team includes Clinical Psychologists, Speech and Language therapists, Occupational Therapists and Registered Nurses.

Lisa now leads Ogi’s people strategy, oversees Health and Safety and the ESG plan and is responsible for the company culture and skills development programme. Cathryn is excited to be part of this important conversation and to learn and share alongside others who care about creating truly supportive workplaces. Passionate about gender equality, Nina is proud to serve as a Board Trustee for Women’s Equality Network Wales. Outside of work, she’s often found on the sidelines of a football or rugby pitch, enthusiastically supporting her two children and their teammates. Nina is an experienced HR professional specialising in learning and development, culture change, diversity and inclusion, and employee engagement. In her current role with the Welsh Government, she leads the delivery of the Workforce Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy, driving efforts to create a workplace where all staff can thrive.
Through the highs and lows, she will take the audience on a rollercoaster ride filled with heartfelt moments and comedic storytelling. Meet Polly Parton, a delightful character who will serenade the audience with a special song, adding a unique twist to the narrative. This talk promises to be an inspiring blend of humour, music, and personal insights that will leave everyone with a deeper understanding of neurodivergence. We provide diagnostic assessments with a difference; we focus upon how best to fully harness strengths to change the narrative for individuals. We not only appreciate Dyslexic Thinking skills but also the unique set of strengths of each individual.

Her dedication, unique teaching skills, empathy, understanding, friendliness and the way she was able to interact with my daughter so freely made her involvement a blessing. If insufficient information is provided, the referral will not be accepted until the SPOA team have sufficient information with which to make a decision. Providing a detailed referral will help the clinical SPOA team to decide the most appropriate pathway to meet the child or young person’s needs. Offers  a strength-based, lifespan service for the 1 in 5 of people who live with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, DCD, Dyscalculia, OCD, Tourette’s Syndrome and more. Since our service provides medicines regularly, we make sure the systems for repeat prescriptions are safe and well-organized.