The Edinburgh Practice offers a wide range of post diagnostic support services delivered by a multidisciplinary team. Whether you or your child has been assessed for Autism or ADHD with us at The Edinburgh Practice or with another service provider, we offer a range of post diagnostic support services for children, adults, parents/carers and families delivered at the practice and/or in educational settings.
Educational Psychology
Support for Children and Young People
Educational Psychology is available for children, young people and parents/carers.
We offer consultations for children and young people to help identify their strengths and challenges as well as the supports they find helpful at home and school. The session aims to support children and young people to understand their diagnosis, using age-appropriate resources
Support for Parents and Carers
For parents and carers who are looking for support and advice to:
- Understanding neurodevelopmental conditions including Autism and ADHD
- Playing and interacting with their child
- Understanding and managing increased anxiety
- Strategies to support emotional regulation
- Understanding and supporting sensory needs
- Awareness of masking
- Supports for home and school including a safe space, visual timetable, predictable routines and sensory supports
- The Getting it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) process including SHANARRI and Child Planning Meetings (CPMs).
- Preparing for Child Planning Meetings. Our Educational Psychologist can attend CPMs, if requested by parents (with school’s permission)
- Signposting to resources and supports
Support for Independent Schools
Consultation and advice to school staff regarding neurodevelopmental conditions including information regarding neuroaffirming practice. Sessions can be tailored to the schools’ needs and requirements.
Speech & Language Therapy
Support for children, young people and their families to understand autism, with the option to have information adapted to support language and communication differences.
A neuroaffirming approach which can help an individual understand their communication.
The Hanen Program® – More Than Words
A program for Parents of Autistic Children or Children Who May Benefit from Social Communication Support – find out more
Nutrition
If you or your child are experiencing difficulties with eating or nutrition believed to be linked to neurodiversity, such as ARFID, we have a dietetics service at the practice. Our specialist Dietician provides thorough assessment and a collaborative intervention plan specifically tailored to individual needs.
Occupational Therapy
If you or your child are experiencing difficulties with daily living skills such as self-care, meaningful activity, routine or structure believed to be related to neurodiversity we have an occupational therapy service at the practice. Our specialist Occupational Therapist provides thorough assessment and a collaborative plan for intervention tailored to individual needs in the home, school, further education or work environment. Our occupational therapist also completes sensory assessments and recommendations to help identify any sensory sensitivities clients are experiencing.
Clinical Psychology
Our Clinical Psychology services are available for children, young people and adults.
We offer psychoeducation and support in understanding the strengths and challenges that can come with neurodiversity and understanding how to best manage these to allow you or your child to thrive. Our Clinical Psychologists will work with you to build an individual profile of your neurodiverse needs and support you to find ways to meet these needs.
Evidence-based psychological therapy for co-existing mental health difficulties, such as anxiety or low mood, is also available at the practice.
We can offer a space for you or your child to work through some of the challenges that can arise from navigating a neurotypical world as someone who is neurodiverse.
A Systemic Family Therapy Approach to Post Diagnostic Support
Systemic therapy is available for children, young people, adults and families.
Our systemic therapist would first meet the person who has received the diagnosis along with the people they are in close relationships with. For a young person this might involve parents and siblings and for adults their partners and/or children if this was felt helpful.
The approach would be to work towards a shared understanding of the meaning of the diagnosis for each person, how the diagnosis influences patterns of relationship, does it bring more closeness or distance? What does it change? Does it change how each person makes sense of patterns of behaviour and response between them?
The aim of developing this shared understanding between family members is to identify new possibilities for interaction and response and to strengthen the existing bonds of attachment and resilience present in families.
Support Following Neurodiversity Diagnosis Fees
£110
Speech and Language Therapy
£130
Clinical Psychology – Psychological Therapy
£130
Family & Couples Therapy 1 hour session
£120
Occupational Therapy
£130
Dietician
£1095
The Hanen Program® - More Than Words
£130
Educational Psychology
Happy Monday everyone! This week, M is for ‘Mental Boundaries’ 🧠✨
Mental boundaries are the invisible lines we draw to protect our thoughts, energy, and emotional wellbeing. Setting these boundaries helps us stay true to ourselves, reduce overwhelm, and maintain healthy relationships - both personally and professionally.
Swipe through to learn what mental boundaries are, why they matter and how to start setting them. Your mind deserves rest, space and protection! 🌷
#MentalBoundaries #Mindfulness #MentalHealthAwareness #PsychologyTips #TheEdinburghPractice
🤔 In today’s #FridayFAQ we answer:
What are the team’s favourite ways to relax this summer❓
Scroll through the post to find out more.
#relaxation
#EdinburghTherapy #EdinburghTherapist #TheEdinburghPractice
🧠 This week, M is for Maladaptive Perfectionism! Perfectionism isn’t always helpful — especially when it gets in the way of living your life.
Maladaptive perfectionism involves setting unrealistically high standards, being overly critical of yourself, and tying your self-worth to your achievements. It can lead to:
💭 Constant self-doubt
😞 Fear of failure or making mistakes
📉 Procrastination or burnout
😣 Anxiety, low mood, or stress
While striving for excellence can be motivating, maladaptive perfectionism tends to be rigid and self-punishing rather than healthy and growth oriented.
✨ The good news? Perfectionism isn’t fixed. With support, it’s possible to challenge unhelpful thinking patterns and build self-compassion. Progress > perfection 💚
#Perfectionism #MaladaptivePerfectionism #MentalHealth #MentalWellbeing #TheEdinburghPractice
🤔 In today’s #FridayFAQ we answer:
How are we supporting Cruse Scotland, our nominated charity in 2025❓
Scroll through the slides and check out our blogpost:
https://edinburghpractice.com/our-nominated-charity-for-2025-is-cruse-scotland/
@CruseScotland provide compassionate bereavement support for all. You can also join their fantastic fundraising events, donate directly, or even volunteer. To find out more, visit:
https://www.crusescotland.org.uk
#CruseScotland #Grief #Bereavement #BereavementSupport
#EdinburghTherapy #EdinburghTherapist #TheEdinburghPractice
🤔 In today’s #FridayFAQ, we answer:
How are Smls and TEP supporting young people to get free therapy❓
Those aged 16-18 can find themselves stuck between CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) and AMHS (Adult Mental Health Services), making it hard to get the right support.
Smls are creating a new, easier way for young people to access free mental health therapy. Launching with Victoria GP Practice and TEP, Smls are building a new pathway where young people can be directly referred by their GP to free therapy sessions.
To find out more and join Smls’ fundraising events visit:
https://www.smlsgoods.com
Including the PAIN ultramarathon:
https://www.smlsgoods.com/events/event-two-rs59k
To donate directly visit Smls’ Just Giving page: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/smls-youth-pathway?utm_medium=CR&utm_source=CL
Thank you everyone @smlsgoods for this fantastic initiative!
#smls
#EdinburghTherapy #EdinburghTherapist #TheEdinburghPractice
🧠 Think about thinking — sounds intense, right? But you`re probably already doing it! That’s metacognition — knowing your strengths, spotting what’s tricky, and using smart strategies to learn better.💡
The two key parts are:
✅ Metacognitive knowledge — “I focus better after lunch”
🔧 Metacognitive regulation — “I didn’t get that part, let me try a new strategy”
📈 The more you practice it, the more tools you build in your learning toolbox. 🧰
It’s not about working harder — it’s about working smarter.
👇 Let us know your go-to learning strategies or moments when you realised you needed a new approach!
#Metacognition #ThinkToLearn #ThinkingAboutThinking
🤔 In today’s #FridayFAQ, we answer:
How can you submit feedback at TEP❓
As client satisfaction is our priority, your feedback is vital. We’ve simplified the way we collect feedback. Scroll through the post to find out more!
#clientsatisfaction
#EdinburghTherapy #EdinburghTherapist #TheEdinburghPractice
Mourning is a natural response to loss – it’s the process of grieving and adjusting to life without someone or something important to us. Grief doesn’t follow a neat timeline – it can come in waves, feel unpredictable, and look different in everyone.
Here are a few gentle reminders if you are mourning, or supporting someone who is:
✅ There’s no ‘right way’ to grieve – your feelings are valid.
✅ Be kind to yourself – rest, cry, talk, or sit in silence; do what you need.
✅ Stay connected – sharing memories can bring comfort.
✅ Seek support – from friends, family, or a mental health professional.
It’s okay to feel okay sometimes too – moments of relief or joy don’t mean you didn’t care enough.
If you’re struggling with grief and loss, you’re not alone – help is available 💛
🤔 In today’s #FridayFAQ, our Career and Leadership Coach Laura Ogilvie-Jones answers:
How can coaching can help when you are feeling stuck in your career❓
For more information about Career and Leadership services at The Edinburgh Practice, visit:
https://edinburghpractice.com/service/career-leadership-coaching/
To find out more about Laura Ogilvie-Jones visit:
https://edinburghpractice.com/our-team/
To read Laura’s blog on our website visit:
https://edinburghpractice.com/feeling-stuck-at-work-youre-not-alone-consider-career-leadership-counselling/
#careercoach #leadershipcoach #personaldevelopment
#EdinburghTherapy #EdinburghTherapist #TheEdinburghPractice
👋 Welcome back to our Monday `M` series! This week, `M` is for Motivational Goals! 🎯
Whether you`re aiming to reduce stress, build confidence, or improve routines - your `why` matters.
Approach goals often help us stay motivated longer than avoidance goals ✅
#MotivationalGoals #ApproachGoals #Values #MentalHealth #TheEdinburghPractice
June 2-6 is Dieticians Week! 🥗
🤔 In today’s #FridayFAQ, our Dietician Karen Brereton answers:
What are dietetic services❓
Watch the reel to find out more. For more information about dietetic services at The Edinburgh Practice, visit:
https://edinburghpractice.com/service/dietetics/
#DW2025 #dietitian #dietetics
#EdinburghTherapy #EdinburghTherapist #TheEdinburghPractice
👋 Happy Monday! We hope everyone had a wonderful weekend. This week, M is for Masculinity & Mental Health.
Men`s mental health is often overlooked - not because it`s less important, but because it`s less talked about. Deep-rooted societal expectations can cause men to hide their feelings and stay silent but it`s so important to challenge these expectations!
Let`s keep breaking the stigma around men`s mental health. If you`re struggling, you are not alone - and you don`t have to go through it alone either! 💛
#MentalHealthAwareness #MensMentalHealth #ToxicMasculinity #EndTheStigma #TheEdinburghPractice
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🤔 In today’s #FridayFAQ, our Practice Manager Kelly Alexander answers:
What is TEP’s prescription process❓
Watch the reel to find out more. Log into the client portal to access the Request a Prescription form: https://edinburghpractice.com/portal/
#psychiatry #prescriptions
#EdinburghTherapy #EdinburghTherapist #TheEdinburghPractice
Welcome back to our Monday ‘M’ series! This week, ‘M’ is for Multidisciplinary Team! 🧠💬🎨🧩
At The Edinburgh Practice, care is never one size fits all - and that is where the strength of a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) comes in. An MDT beings together professionals from different specialties to provide holistic, joined-up support tailored to each person’s unique needs.
👩⚕️ Clinical Psychologists
🧑⚕️ Psychiatrists
🗣 Speech & Language Therapists
🎭 Play Therapists
🎨 Art Therapists
🧩 Occupational Therapists
📚 Educational Psychologists
🏉 Sports Psychologists
🥗 Dieticians
Each clinician sees the person through a different lens — and together, we collaborate to develop comprehensive, personalised care plans. Mental health is complex — your support should be too 💛
#MultidisciplinaryTeam #MDT #MentalHealthSupport #MentalHealthAwareness #TheEdinburghPractice
This week’s #FridayFAQ is ‘What is Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria?’
We are sharing a deeply honest and personal blog written by one of our clients about their experience with RSD – often linked with ADHD and autism that can make rejection (including perceived rejection) feel overwhelming. They have generously allowed us to share their story in the hope that it will help others feel less alone.
You can read the full blog on our website (link in bio!) We’d also love to hear your thoughts and if any part of this resonates with you 💛
#RSD #RejectionSensitiveDysphoria #NeurodivergentVoices #ADHDAwareness #AutismAcceptance #TheEdinburghPractice
