Children’s mental health is a hugely complicated topic – and while parents naturally want to help when their child is struggling, it’s often hard to know how to start unpicking what’s going on. How do you distinguish between behavioural issues you’d expect in children and teenagers, and underlying mental health conditions or neurodiversity like ADHD and autism?

Enter Bucks-based Your Way Psychology and Education, founded by Dr Jasmine Anilmis, whose team of specialist experts are dedicated to providing private assessments for children with autism and other difficulties. With clinical psychologists, educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, experienced teachers, and SENCOs (Special Educational Needs Coordinators) on board, you know your child is in safe hands.

As parents themselves, they know this is a daunting process – which is why families are guided through every step, from initial screening and diagnosis to securing the necessary support from their child’s school or, if needed, an Education, Health, and Care Plan. Best of all, they take a neuro-affirming approach, which means they support and celebrate neurodiversity, valuing the strengths and rights of neurodivergent individuals and helping them succeed and thrive without attempting to ‘fix’ or change their neurotype.

The team also offers broader Educational Psychology assessments of children’s learning profiles, and assessments for specific learning difficulties like dyslexia and dyscalculia. Plus, they can help with behavioural challenges, EHCP support, assessments for exam access arrangements, and supervision for clinical and educational professionals.

While the NHS is a good first port of call, Your Way Psychology’s private service can be a lifeline to parents frustrated by long waiting lists. If you’re looking for speedy support, get in touch for quality assessments that make a difference not just to children’s lives – but the wider family too.