Type of service: Diagnostic services, Diagnosticians

Working in partnership with other independent experts and statutory agencies Williams Independent Psychological Consultancy (WIPC) is able to provide assessment, diagnostic, treatment and management services for children, young people and adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) and associated neurodevelopmental disorders. This work is provided in close partnership with families. The service provides expert opinions in legal matters relating to Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal (or SENDIST) tribunals, disability cases, private and public law. Williams Independent Psychological Consultancy (WIPC) is the name of Dr Williams' consultancy..

Multi-disciplinary assessment: Yes, professions involved: Clinical psychology, Speech and language therapy. Where indicated Psychiatrists, Occupational Therapists, Educational Psychologists and Specialist Teachers are part of the assessment. The service works in close partnership with the child's school and other statutory agencies where appropriate.

Aimed at: Adolescent , Adult , Child , Young person

Referral Sources: NHS and Private

Covers: East Midlands, South East, South West, West Midlands

Specialisms: Has autism-specific elements

Other specialisms: Challenging behaviour

Approaches and tools used: 3Di, ADOS, DISCO