divergent lifeYour experiences
deserve to be understood.
A neuroaffirming assessment that makes room for your story, including neurodivergent-specific experiences and school trauma.
Ask about a trauma assessment ↗
A conversation before a commitment.
Adults & children
For people seeking to understand the impact of difficult experiences, including at school, in relationships or at work.
A free 15-minute call
Ask questions by phone or video and discuss whether this assessment is right for you or your child.
Clear costs before booking
Contact us for the assessment fee and what is included. Payment plans are available, with the first payment due before assessment.
Space for the experiences others may have missed.
We make room to explore repeated misunderstanding, bullying, exclusion, pressure to mask, sensory overwhelm and times when your needs were dismissed or met with punishment. We ask what these experiences meant to you and how they affect your life now.
Your neurodivergent identity, support needs and environment are part of that conversation. We explore the relationship between these experiences and trauma carefully, alongside other possible explanations for what you are finding difficult.
What happened at school belongs in the conversation.
Whether you are seeking help for your child or making sense of your own school years, we want to hear about the experience behind the attendance record, behaviour report or label.
Being misunderstood
We explore experiences of shame, punishment, bullying or exclusion, including times when distress or unmet needs were understood as defiance.
Feeling unsafe or overwhelmed
We consider sensory demands, relationships, expectations and the support available, as well as what made it difficult to feel safe, attend or participate.
What support is needed now
We bring these experiences into the assessment and recommendations, including relevant adjustments at school, home or work.
Understand your story. Plan your next steps.
Your experiences & needs
Questionnaires and a psychological interview help us build a picture of your history, current difficulties, strengths and support needs. We explain what to expect and discuss how to support you through the assessment.
Careful clinical interpretation
We bring together the information gathered, consider whether diagnostic criteria are met and explore other relevant explanations. We discuss the findings with you in a reflective session.
A report & recommendations
You receive a written assessment report explaining the findings, recommendations and possible next steps. You can choose to share it with the people and professionals supporting you.
A few useful questions
Do I need to know whether it was trauma?
No. You can begin with questions about what happened and how you are feeling now. The initial consultation helps us discuss whether a trauma assessment is a suitable next step.
Will the assessment always lead to a diagnosis?
No. A diagnosis depends on the assessment findings and the relevant criteria. School trauma and neurodivergent-specific trauma describe experiences we can explore; they do not automatically mean a PTSD diagnosis. We will explain our conclusions and discuss support even when diagnostic criteria are not met.
How is the assessment adapted for a child?
We consider developmental history, strengths, needs and what is happening at home and school. Where appropriate, information from parents, carers or school can help build the picture. We discuss the approach with you before assessment.
Can the report support discussions with school or work?
The report explains the findings and relevant recommendations. It can contribute to discussions about support or adjustments, and may form part of the evidence for an EHCP application. It does not guarantee a particular decision or provision.
Can appointments take place online?
Assessment interviews can take place in person or by video call. We will discuss the format and any access needs with you before booking.
What support is available afterwards?
We discuss recommendations with you and, where appropriate, options for ongoing therapy. Further appointments are arranged separately from the assessment.
Start with what you want to understand.
You can enquire for yourself or your child. Tell us a little about what has brought you here, and we will explain the next step.