With over 25 years of experience, Carmel Rodgers is a highly respected Chartered Psychologist specialising in Educational Psychology, Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and diagnostic assessments. Her extensive career spans education, disability services, and psychological practice, offering a unique combination of expertise in both individual assessment and strategic organisational insight.
Carmel has worked with children, young people, and adults across a wide range of settings, helping individuals with learning and developmental difficulties to better understand their strengths and needs. Her professional approach is grounded in empathy, evidence-based practice, and collaboration. She regularly works alongside medical, legal, and interdisciplinary professionals to provide comprehensive support tailored to each individual case.
Through years of working directly with families, Carmel has developed a deep understanding of the barriers many face in securing appropriate recognition and provision for their children. Her work aims not only to provide clear, accurate diagnoses but also to empower individuals and families with meaningful insights that lead to effective interventions.
An Educational Psychology Assessment offers a comprehensive view of how an individual learns, reasons, and processes information. Unlike narrower diagnostic assessments for Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD), this type of assessment evaluates a broad spectrum of cognitive and academic abilities. It explores the underlying factors that may be affecting a person’s educational performance, behaviour, or development.
Each assessment includes detailed testing of:
This holistic approach provides a full picture of an individual’s learning profile—highlighting both strengths and areas for development—enabling tailored strategies for support at school, university, or in the workplace.
Carmel uses internationally recognised psychometric tools such as the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS) and the Wechsler Individual Achievement Test (WIAT). All diagnoses are made in line with DSM-5 and ICD-11 criteria, ensuring reports are valid and accepted both within the UK and internationally.
Carmel provides a professional, responsive, and compassionate service that combines deep clinical knowledge with real-world understanding. Whether you're a parent seeking answers, an adult looking for assessment, or a professional requiring expert input, Carmel offers clear guidance and practical recommendations to support long-term outcomes.
For consultations or to book an assessment, please get in touch to find out how Carmel can help.
