Psychology Services for Children & Young People in Berkhamsted | Assessment & Therapy

PSYCHOLOGY SERVICES FOR CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE

Our team of specialist child and adolescent psychologists provide compassionate, evidence-based support for children and young people in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire. We offer specialist psychological support for children and young people, working collaboratively with families to understand emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs and provide appropriate support.

Our Psychologists are experienced in working with children and young people of all ages, with a range of areas of specialty. We have Psychologists who have specialist experience in supporting neurodiverse children, with diagnoses of Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Tics or Intellectual Disabilities/learning difficulties. We also have Paediatric and Health Psychologists, who specialise in supporting children and parents with long-term physical health conditions, neurological conditions and functional symptoms or medically unexplained symptoms, such as chronic pain or chronic fatigue. We have a team of Psychologists with particular expertise in supporting young people who have experienced early life adversity, including young people no longer living with their birth families, and living in foster care or adoptive families. We are registered as a provider for the Local Authority under the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund.

How We Can Support Your Family

Psychological Assessment

A psychological assessment is a collaborative clinical process designed to build an in-depth understanding of your child's difficulties, helping to clarify patterns, identify contributing factors, to guide personalised recommendations for evidence-based therapy.

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evidence-based therapy

We offer a range of evidence-based psychological therapies for children and young people, adapted to developmental stage and individual needs. This may include individual therapy, parent-based support and systemic work with families.

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Autism Assessment

Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition, categorised by differences in social communication. Our comprehensive gold standard assessments comply with NICE (National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence) guidelines.

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ADHD Assessment

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition, characterised by difficulties with attention, concentration and hyperactivity. Our comprehensive gold standard assessments comply with NICE (National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence) guidelines.

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Cognitive Assessment

A cognitive assessment provides a structured and evidence-based understanding your child's learning strengths and areas of difficulties. This may include attention, academic, memory, processing speed, and executive functioning to identify any global or specific learning difficulties.

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Our Approach at The Lotus Psychology Practice

We take a collaborative, systemic, and formulation-led approach, working with young people and families to develop a shared understanding and tailored plan. This allows us to develop a structured, evidence-based and personalised plan for support. All of our Psychologists are HCPC-registered and have completed a doctorate level degree, with further training in multiple evidence-based assessment and therapeutic interventions. All therapeutic interventions are informed by scientific research and are and in line with National Institute for Health and Care Excellence guidelines.

How We Can Support You

Getting Started

We offer initial consultations to explore your concerns and help determine the most appropriate next step for your child.

Get in Touch with Our Team

Our Team of Child Psychologists

While each of our Child Psychologists has developed specialist areas of interest, all are highly experienced in supporting children and young people with a wide range of mental health difficulties, including anxiety (separation anxiety, phobias, health anxiety), depression, and trauma. Our Team Manager, Hannah will work with you to ensure you are matched with the Psychologist best suited to your needs.

Founder & Director

Lead Clinical Psychologist

DClinPsy, BSc, HCPC registered

Dr Morvwen Duncan

Specialist area of interests include:

Trauma and Attachment Difficulties
Adopted & Care Experienced Children
Anxiety & Depression
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Challenging Behaviour
Neurodevelopmental Conditions (Autism, ADHD, Tics & Tourette Syndrome)
Cognitive Assessments of Learning

Works with:

Children, Adolescents & Parents

Available for appointments in Berkhamsted & online

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Counselling Psychologist

PsychD, MSc Psychology, BSc, HCPC registered

Dr Anthony Green

Specialist area of interests include:

Undergraduate/Graduate Student Mental Health
Trauma (PTSD and Complex PTSD)
Generalised Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Phobias
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Depression
Low Self Esteem
Relationship Difficulties

Works with:

Children, Adolescents, Parents & Adults

Available for appointments online

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Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist

DClinPsy, MSc, BSc, HCPC registered

Dr Caitlin Neill

Specialist area of interests include:

Adjustment to Health Conditions
Paediatric Psychology
Anxiety & Depression
Trauma
Neurodevelopmental Conditions (Autism, ADHD, Tics & Tourette Syndrome)

Works with:

Children, Adolescents, Parents & Adults

Available for appointments in Berkhamsted & online

Find out more about Dr Caitlin Neill

Health Psychologist

DPsych, MSc, HCPC registered

Dr Esther Bowen

Specialist area of interests include:

Neurological Conditions including Functional Neurological Disorder
Physical Health Conditions (Paediatric & Adult)
Health behaviour change (such as weight management)
Insomnia & Sleep Difficulties
Chronic and Long-Term Health Conditions (Persistent Pain, Chronic Fatigue & Long Covid)
Health Anxiety & Medical Phobias (including Needle Phobia and Emetophpbia)
Neurodivergence (Autism, ADHD & Tics)