Berkshire Psychology - ASD and ADHD clinic

04/12/2025

Absolutely Michaela!! ♥️
And what a travesty that they are wasting valuable time and money focusing on this, driven by a political agenda not by a genuine desire to do the right thing, rather than focusing on the broken education system that is a huge factor in the mental health crisis in schools.

Oh get in the bin Wes 🚮🗑️

It’s wild, isn’t it, how the people shouting loudest about “everyone having ADHD these days” or “labels being handed out like sweets” are always the same ones who’ve never once sat in a diagnostic appointment, never filled out endless forms, never fought for their child to be seen, heard, or supported.

Funny how it’s never the clinicians saying this.
Never the psychologists, paediatricians, psychiatrists, or specialists who actually understand neurodevelopmental conditions. It’s always the armchair experts with zero lived experience and even less empathy.

The reality is this: families aren’t begging for labels, they’re begging for help.
Kids aren’t struggling because of diagnoses; they’re struggling because they don’t get one.
Because the system is underfunded, overwhelmed, and so dismissive that parents have to become warriors just to get their children a fraction of what they need.

And instead of tackling the lack of support, the chaos, and the unmet needs, we’re now having reviews led by people who don’t even work in the diagnostic field. It’s not about accuracy. It’s not about “over-diagnosis.” It’s about cutting costs and controlling narratives.

So no the issue isn’t “everyone has ADHD these days.”

The issue is everyone suddenly thinks they’re an expert, while the actual experts, research, and lived experiences are being ignored.

Listen to the people living it.
Listen to the clinicians doing the work.
Listen to the data.
Not the loudest person with the smallest amount of knowledge.

These lot and there money saving schemes- They can F**k off.
How about the lot of them stop relying on tax payers money, pay their own taxes and fund our systems properly and give kids the future they deserve.
Honestly …

Sorry rant over.
Michaela 🫂❤️

18/11/2025

💛 You’re not alone.
ASD Family Help offers connection, activities, advice, and training for autistic and neurodiverse people in Wokingham, West Berkshire, and Pembrokeshire.

Whether you have a diagnosis or not, you’ll find a warm welcome and practical support for every stage of your journey. 🌟

15/11/2025

A meltdown isn’t a child 'losing control' on purpose.
It’s the nervous system moving into overwhelm — often because things have felt too loud, too fast, too uncertain, or too much for too long.

When we understand the phases of a meltdown, we can respond with care rather than correction.
We can spot the early signs.
We can keep connection safe.
We can help a child return to calm without shame.

Today we’re exploring the Timeline of a Meltdown— what’s happening in the brain and body, what it looks like, and how we can support at each stage. Visuals for parents/educators and child voice style for young people. For more support, see our Timeline of a Meltdown Resource Pack – link in comments below ⬇️ or Linktree Shop in Bio.

12/11/2025

FREE. MONDAY 17TH NOVEMBER. 10AM. ONLINE.

Want to make sure your child can do exams on a level playing field to their peers?

Then come and grab a cuppa and meet Jacqui and Abi online to go through what you need to know and how to approach getting the right support for exams.

It will be an hour of meeting likeminded parents who might be worrying about the same thing - you're never alone.

Book in on EVENTBRITE Link Below (and in the comments)

Everyone is welcome.

Please share if you can. You never know who might be worrying about this

Jazz will send out the links for the meeting (Teams) on Sunday evening as usual.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1760124131659?aff=oddtdtcreator

11/11/2025

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10/11/2025

📊 Did you know that 1 in 5 children show signs of neurodevelopmental differences that can impact how they express emotions, needs, and frustrations?

💬 Behind every behaviour is a story - your child may be communicating, not misbehaving. When we look beyond the surface, we can begin to understand what they’re really trying to tell us.

At Berkshire Psychology, we offer compassionate, expert assessments to help families better understand and support their children. 💙

09/11/2025

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A groundbreaking study has unveiled potential risks associated with long-term melatonin use, suggesting a significant increase in heart failure risk. Despite its popularity as a sleep aid, experts urge caution until further research is conducted.

06/11/2025

📚 5 Signs of ADHD in Girls and Women You Might Not Know About

ADHD often presents differently in girls and women — making it harder to recognise and diagnose. Here are some key signs to watch for:

👉 Difficulty focusing, especially in quiet or structured settings
👉 Frequent daydreaming or ‘zoning out’
👉 Heightened emotional sensitivity and feeling easily overwhelmed
👉 Challenges with social interactions and making or keeping friendships
👉 Masking behaviours — trying hard to ‘fit in’ and hide symptoms

These signs can sometimes be overlooked or misunderstood, which is why early recognition is so important. If this sounds familiar, we’re here to help with expert assessments and support tailored just for you.

📍 Learn more about ADHD and get support at https://www.berkshirepsychology.co.uk/

29/10/2025

Big things are happening at Berkshire Psychology!

We are excited to be welcoming a new member of the team, an experienced paediatric clinical psychologist who has experience assessing much younger children. She will be working alongside our speech and language and occupational therapy colleagues to ensure our assessments continue to be tailored to each young person’s needs. She will be joining soon…watch this space!

We’re proud to continue growing and improving the support we offer to our clients.

24/10/2025

The Institute for Public Policy Research says there should be more comprehensive support for Send students in mainstream schools.

24/10/2025

Big SEND changes postponed: Here’s why it matters! 📚