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Welcome — we’re glad you’re here.
At Total Psychology, we know that psychology can sometimes feel complicated, particularly when you’re trying to make sense of your own experiences, understand your child, support someone you care about, or work out what might help next.
This is a space where we share our knowledge, experience and reflections in a way that we hope feels informative, accessible and genuinely useful. You’ll find articles about autism, ADHD, neurodevelopment, assessment, emotional wellbeing, trauma, parenting, education and many of the everyday challenges that bring people to psychology in the first place.
Some articles will explore psychological ideas and research, while others will be more practical or reflective. Throughout, our aim is the same: to help make psychology easier to understand, recognise both strengths and difficulties, and offer ideas that might help you make sense of things or consider your next steps.
Whether you’re here as an individual, a parent, a family member or a professional, have a look around. We hope you find something that speaks to the questions you’ve been asking.
Information Disclaimer
The articles and resources provided on this website are for general information and educational purposes only. They are intended to provide helpful information, raise awareness and support understanding of psychological, neurodevelopmental and related topics.
The information provided does not constitute, and should not be relied upon as, psychological or medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, legal advice, or any other form of professional advice. It is not intended to create a professional or therapeutic relationship with Total Psychology or any individual author or clinician.
Every person and situation is different. Information contained within our articles should therefore not be used as a substitute for individual assessment, professional consultation, or advice from an appropriately qualified professional who is able to consider your particular circumstances.
While we aim to provide information that is accurate and up to date at the time of publication, guidance, research, legislation and professional practice may change over time. We cannot guarantee that all information will remain current or applicable to every individual or situation.
Nothing published within our articles or resources should be interpreted as a guarantee of a particular assessment, diagnosis, treatment, educational, legal, or other outcome.
If you have concerns about your own wellbeing, development or circumstances, or those of someone you care for, we recommend seeking advice from an appropriately qualified professional.
Who we support
Don't know what is needed
At Total Psychology, you do not need to have a diagnosis to access psychological support. People come to us at many different stages — some already have a diagnosis, some are waiting for an assessment, and others simply know that something is difficult but are unsure why or what might help.
Want to understand difficulties
You may know that something does not feel quite right, but not know where to start. You might be experiencing difficulties with emotions, behaviour, relationships, learning, attention, anxiety, confidence, sensory needs or everyday life. We can help you step back, understand the bigger picture and identify what may be contributing to the difficulties, before considering what support or next steps might be helpful.
Individuals with a Diagnosis
Having a diagnosis does not always tell you what to do next. We support children, young people and adults with diagnoses such as autism, ADHD, learning differences or mental health conditions to understand what their diagnosis means for them as an individual. We focus on strengths as well as difficulties and consider how psychological understanding can be translated into practical support at home, in education, at work and in everyday life.
Awaiting Assessment
Waiting lists for autism, ADHD and other assessments can be long, but you do not necessarily have to wait for a diagnosis before receiving support. We can help you understand current needs, identify helpful strategies and consider reasonable support at home, school, college, university or work while you are waiting.
Did not meet diagnostic thresholds but need support
Not receiving a diagnosis does not mean that your difficulties are not real or that support is not needed. Sometimes an assessment identifies important needs even when the criteria for a particular diagnosis are not met. We can help you understand these difficulties more broadly, consider other possible explanations and develop recommendations based on your individual strengths and needs rather than a diagnostic label.
Did not want or cannot access diagnosis
Formal diagnosis is not the right choice for everyone, and some people may be unable to access an assessment. You can still seek psychological understanding and support. We can work with you to explore what is happening, understand your individual needs and identify practical, personalised recommendations without requiring you to pursue a diagnosis.