Question and Answers About Learning Disability Assessments

Psychologists are not trained in medication. We can refer you to our Psychiatry colleagues at MAOI Health who are expert neurodiversity clinicians and CQC registered. You can also speak to your GP and ask for a referral to your local neuro-developmental service within NHS description

Yes. You will need to come in person for the 3 hour appointment. Face-to-face appointments increase the quality and validity of your assessment.

People usually go through a process to adapt to their diagnosis if they receive one. They may revisit and remember aspects of their life and what has been difficult. They will create a new story about their past and future. You can ask your psychologist for therapy and coaching to adapt to your diagnosis.

A learning disability affects a person throughout their life, resulting in more support needs in:

• Understanding new or complex information

• Learning new skills

• Coping independently

• Social skills and communication. It is defined as an IQ with a score of below 70

• Difficulties with Independent living skills

• Onset before age 18 

I can help clients apply for pip by carrying out an assessment of independent living skills which provides detailed information about their support needs.

Psychologists are not trained in medical prescribing. We can refer you to our Psychiatry colleagues at MOAI Health who are expert neurodiversity clinicians and CQC registered. You can also speak to your GP and ask for a referral to your local neuro-developmental service within NHS description