Evidence-Based Therapies
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
An evidence-based approach that explores how thoughts, emotions, and behaviours interact. CBT helps individuals identify unhelpful patterns, develop more balanced ways of thinking, and build practical coping strategies to support improved emotional wellbeing and day-to-day functioning.
DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy)
An evidence-based approach that supports emotional regulation, healthy coping strategies, and improved relationships. DBT skills focus on four key areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills help individuals manage strong emotions, navigate stressful situations, and communicate more effectively in daily life.
ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
An evidence-based approach that supports people to respond more flexibly to difficult thoughts and emotions. ACT focuses on building psychological resilience through mindfulness, emotional acceptance, and values-based action. Rather than trying to eliminate discomfort, it helps individuals move toward what truly matters to them, fostering a greater sense of meaning, wellbeing, and self-compassion.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)
An evidence-based trauma therapy that helps the brain process and integrate distressing memories and experiences. Through guided bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements or tapping), EMDR reduces the emotional intensity of past events, supports nervous system regulation, and promotes adaptive healing without requiring detailed discussion of traumatic content.
Cognitive Assessment Tools
WISC-V (Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children - Fifth Edition)
Widely used cognitive assessment for children aged 6–16, providing a detailed understanding of thinking and learning strengths. It measures areas such as verbal comprehension, visual-spatial reasoning, working memory, processing speed, and fluid reasoning. Results help inform tailored recommendations for school supports, learning adjustments, and pathways for further assessment where needed.
WAIS-V (Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale - Fifth Edition)
A comprehensive cognitive assessment for individuals aged 16 and above. It explores areas including verbal reasoning, visual-spatial problem-solving, working memory, processing speed, and abstract thinking. The results help identify cognitive strengths and support needs, guide workplace or study adjustments, and assist in clarifying diagnostic pathways when learning or neurodevelopmental differences are present.
WMS-IV (Wechsler Memory Scale - Fourth Edition)
A comprehensive assessment of memory functioning for individuals aged 16 and above. It evaluates different aspects of memory, including learning, short- and long-term recall, visual and auditory memory, and working memory. Results help identify memory strengths and challenges, support diagnostic clarification (e.g. neurological conditions), and inform personalised recommendations for daily functioning, study, or workplace supports.
WIAT-III (Wechsler Individual Achievement Test – Third Edition)
A comprehensive assessment of academic skills for school-aged children, adolescents, and adults. It measures key areas such as reading, writing, spelling, and mathematics, helping to identify learning strengths and challenges. Results can support diagnosis of Specific Learning Disorders (e.g., dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia) and guide tailored educational planning and classroom or workplace adjustments.
Diagnostic Assessment Tools
ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule)
Gold-standard, play- and conversation-based assessment used to observe social communication, interaction, and behavioural patterns related to Autism Spectrum Disorder. It includes a range of modules tailored to different ages and language levels, helping clinicians gain meaningful insight into how an individual engages, expresses themselves, and navigates social situations.
ADI-R (Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised)
A structured, caregiver-based interview used worldwide to support the diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. It explores developmental history, language and communication patterns, social interaction, and behaviours/restricted interests. This tool helps clinicians build a comprehensive profile that informs diagnosis, intervention planning, and supports tailored pathways forward.
MIGDAS-2
A qualitative, sensory-based assessment tool for autism across children, adolescents and adults. MIGDAS-2 uses structured interviews with the individual, caregivers and teachers, and explores core areas to build a rich behavioural profile that supports diagnosis and tailored treatment planning.
Conners Continuous Performance Tests (CATA & CPT-3)
These computer-based assessments measure attention, focus, impulsivity, and processing of information over time. The CATA evaluates auditory processing, while the CPT-3 focuses on visual attention and response control. Together, they provide valuable insight into executive functioning and attention-related challenges such as those associated with ADHD.