Valerie Walker

I have eight years experience as a Chartered Psychologist and have worked in a variety of public and private contexts. I use the ‘Common Assessment Framework’ (CAF) and work closely with parents, Educational, Health and Social Care role partners using the Consultation Model.

I have provided consultation and advice to schools concerning the management of students with additional needs and/or complex difficulties

Areas of Expertise

Attachment difficulties and issues related to education
Autistic Spectrum Disorders/Aspergers Syndrome
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Cognitive Assessments
Formal reports for Statutory Assessment
Assessment of Pre-School children
Assessment of Emotional Literacy.
Consultation around Ethnicity and Cultural identity
Inclusion, equal opportunities and accessibility
Assessment of children/young people presenting with Social, Emotional & Behavioural difficulties.
School phobia and related anxieties
Language and Communication difficulties
Assessment of academic attainment