Our approach
We believe in Person Centred Evidence Based Practice. This means we are committed to putting the child and family's needs at the heart of all that we do. Alongside our person centred values, we combine the principles of psychological science, behaviour analysis with a disability rights agenda, personal dignity and choice.
Our skills
We have expertise in behavioural science, Positive Behaviour Support and Clinical Psychology models for supporting children and young people with a range of developmental, learning and behavioural difficulties, including autistic spectrum conditions.
Working together
We work in partnership with all stakeholders, commissioners and other providers to support and enhance the effectiveness of the services provided to children and their families.
Intervention
Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) is a framework for the delivery of person centred, evidence-based interventions leading to improvements in an individual’s quality of life. It is a way of supporting individuals whose behaviours are impacting negatively on them and the world around them and thereby limits their opportunities. PBS seeks to support people to stay in their local communities, their homes, schools and work environments.
Services
We offer specialist therapeutic and support services for children and young people with learning disabilities and/or autism whose behaviour is impacting negatively on their wellbeing, community participation and quality of life. We work in partnership with Local Authorities, schools and other providers to support the development of children’s emotional resilience, everyday living skills and educational progress.
Assessment
We offer a range of assessments related to children’s needs and developmental profile. Assessment can take a number of forms including:
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Functional Behaviour Analysis
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Interviews with an individual child
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Family interviews
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Psychometric assessments of ability or functioning e.g. IQ, memory etc
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Observational assessments school, home or work-based observations
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Collection of information from other professionals and carers