Gabby uses a range of psychological theories and research to inform her practice. She develops her knowledge and skills through professional development, reflective practice and engagement with research.

Gabby has been working as a qualified educational psychologist for twelve years. She is a member of the British Psychological Society and registered practitioner with the Health Professionals’ Council. Gabby is additionally qualified as a teacher and her professional training in educational psychology is to a Masters level.

Gabby’s areas of special interest include:

•              Attachment theory and social relationships

•              Down’s syndrome

Through consultation with parents, teachers and other professionals and drawing on solution focused practice, Gabby, as a member of Partners in Psychology, identifies the best hopes and goals for work together with her clients and their families.

Our partners in psychology are able to complete a wide range of work including:

•              Individual child assessments, e.g. cognitive and psychometric assessments, literacy assessments

•              Consultation about a range of educational difficulties at the individual, group or systemic level

•              Bespoke training

•              Supervision of a range of professionals

•              Group work with children and young people

•              Information and advice about how to support children with special educational needs

•              Intervention work including the application of cognitive behaviour therapy principles

•              Multi-agency working

Read about Educational Psychology services here