Comprehensive child psychology expert witness services including developmental assessments, attachment evaluations, trauma assessments, cognitive testing, emotional wellbeing reports, parenting capacity evaluations, and child contact recommendations. Supporting family law proceedings, care proceedings, education disputes, special educational needs tribunals, and child protection cases across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Chartered child specialists
Extensive testimony expertise
Sensitive, age-appropriate assessments
Court-ready expert reports
Comprehensive psychological assessments and reports for children and adolescents
Comprehensive evaluation of child development including cognitive, social, emotional, and behavioural milestones with standardised testing.
Expert evaluation of parent-child attachment patterns, bonding quality, and relationship dynamics in care proceedings and contact disputes.
Assessment of childhood trauma, PTSD, adverse childhood experiences, and psychological impact of abuse or neglect.
Specialist assessment of learning difficulties, special educational needs, cognitive abilities, and recommendations for educational support.
Psychological assessment of parenting capacity, parent mental health impact on children, and parenting skill evaluations for care proceedings.
Expert psychological opinion on child contact arrangements, residence orders, relocation disputes, and child's best interests evaluation.
Our expert panel includes chartered child psychologists, educational psychologists, clinical child psychologists, and developmental specialists. All experts are HCPC registered with extensive experience in family court proceedings, care proceedings, and special educational needs tribunals.
Request a SpecialistExpert psychological assessment across all areas of child development and wellbeing
Autism spectrum disorder assessment, ADOS evaluation, social communication difficulties, sensory processing
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder evaluation, Conners rating scales, behavioural observation, concentration assessment
Oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder assessment, behavioural difficulties, antisocial behaviour evaluation
Childhood anxiety disorders, depression, emotional difficulties, school refusal, separation anxiety assessment
Dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia assessment, intellectual disability evaluation, learning difficulty diagnosis
Child protection assessments, risk evaluation, abuse impact assessment, safety planning recommendations
Teenage mental health, identity issues, self-harm assessment, peer relationship difficulties, school exclusion
Communication difficulties, speech delay assessment, language disorder evaluation, social communication needs
Infant mental health, toddler development, preschool assessment, early intervention needs, developmental delay
LAC assessments, foster care evaluation, adoption assessments, placement stability, therapeutic needs
Adoption suitability, prospective adopter assessment, foster carer evaluation, matching recommendations
Permanent exclusion appeals, special educational needs disputes, alternative provision assessment, school refusal
Trusted by solicitors, local authorities, and family courts across the United Kingdom
All child psychology experts are Health and Care Professions Council registered, maintaining chartered status with the British Psychological Society and specialist child psychology qualifications.
Regular expert witness work in Family Court care proceedings, private law children cases, SEN tribunals, and adoption proceedings with clear, objective testimony delivery.
Age-appropriate, sensitive assessment methods that prioritise child welfare and comfort. Play-based assessment for younger children, developmentally appropriate communication throughout.
Use of validated standardised assessments (WISC-V, WPPSI-IV, SDQ, ADOS-2), evidence-based psychological frameworks, and current research to support opinions and recommendations.
All reports fully compliant with Family Procedure Rules and CPR Part 35 requirements. Independent, objective opinions with clear reasoning, methodology disclosure, and evidence-based recommendations.
Standard child psychology reports within 6-8 weeks. Understanding of court timetables with expedited assessments available for urgent care proceedings. Flexible appointment times to accommodate families.
A straightforward process from instruction to comprehensive child psychology report
Email your letter of instruction with child details, family background, case chronology, specific questions, and relevant documentation. Include parental consent and court order if applicable. We confirm acceptance within 24-48 hours.
We match your case to an HCPC registered child psychologist with relevant expertise (clinical, educational, or developmental). You receive their detailed CV, qualifications, and court experience for approval.
Age-appropriate psychological assessment conducted in child-friendly environment. Standardised testing, observation, parent interviews, collateral information review, and school liaison where appropriate.
Receive detailed report with findings, psychological formulation, diagnosis (if applicable), child welfare recommendations, and therapeutic needs. Court attendance, case discussions, and supplementary opinions available.
Our panel of HCPC registered child psychologists are ready to provide comprehensive developmental assessments, attachment evaluations, and psychological reports for family law proceedings, care proceedings, special educational needs tribunals, and child protection cases across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
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