I am trained and experienced in the use of ADI and ADOS and other major diagnostic instruments and, for 15 years have been involved in diagnostic assessments, providing second opinions for Educational Psychology and Paediatric colleagues. I have also been responsible for negotiating and establishing the diagnostic pathways in two Local Authorities.

I have extensive experience of carrying out assessments of need for children and young people across the full range of the autistic spectrum and across the entire ability range (including reports presented as evidence in SEN Tribunals). I have prepared and presented training on ASD for universities, Local Authorities and voluntary organisations across the UK and in Ireland, and have published a range of books, articles and chapters on the education and management of young people with ASD. I am able to make home visits, visit a client's nursery, school or college, provide independent expert reports, and, attend tribunals / educational appeal committees.

Aimed at: Adolescent , Child , Parent/carer of a child, Professional

Covers: East Midlands, West Midlands

Specialisms: Exclusively autism specific

Other specialisms: Learning disability