Psychological Healthcare
for Children, Adolescents and Young People
Across the UK
Professional and Effective Assessment, Therapy, and Support
The world can be a tricky place for Children, Adolescents, and Young People.
Sometimes, they may need a little extra help. And whilst parents may be trying their hardest, they may also need some support.
That’s what we are here for. We are a specialist psychological healthcare service, led by highly qualified and experienced clinical psychologists. We offer outstanding psychological support and therapies for Children, Adolescents and Young People, and their families, living with emotional, behavioural, social, or psychological difficulties.
We are also very proud to offer comprehensive assessments for autism and ADHD, as well as developmental assessments for infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers, and assessments of children’s intellectual and learning abilities, including dyslexia, dyscalculia and learning disabilities.
Our newly-launched ADHD medication service is available too, with opportunities to discuss medication options for your child’s ADHD with our prescribing pharmacist.
We can offer almost immediate appointments at one our 34 nationwide clinics and online.
That’s why we’re the UK’s largest and most well-respected independent clinical psychology-led healthcare service for children and young people up to 18.
About CAYP
Psychology
CAYP Psychology is an independent clinical psychology-led service specifically for Children, Adolescents and Young People, from newborn to 18-years (or 25 for autism assessments). We offer sensitive and thoughtful psychological therapies for a wide range of social, emotional, behavioural and psychological difficulties. We are proud to offer an extensive range of support for parents.
We also have expertise in assessments of autism, and Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and assessments of intellectual functioning, giftedness, learning disabilities and specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia. We can also assess very young infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers to understand their early cognitive and language development. Our assessments can contribute to EHCPs and ensuring that your children’s needs are best understood.
In September 2024, we launched our ADHD medication service. With our specialist prescribing pharmacist, medication options for your child’s ADHD can be discussed.
We have two core values: We will do everything we can to offer the most effective, professional, and timely psychological support for Children, Adolescents and Young People. And we support our outstanding team to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people and families.
Our values-driven approach to children’s psychological healthcare has been recognised by local and national awards, local authorities, schools and the NHS.
Oh, and we’re pronounced “cape”…
We Offer the Highest Standards of Conduct, Ethics and Proficiency
We specialise in effective, evidence-based and professional psychological work approved by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). We are regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
We will always strive to practice to the highest standards, meaning that we prioritise your children’s wellbeing in a safe, trustworthy, honest and respectful manner.
Psychological Therapies for Young People
We specialise in effective psychological assessment and intervention for a wide range of social, emotional, behavioural and psychological difficulties for children and young between up to the age of 18.
Developmental & Intellectual Assessments
We offer comprehensive assessments of cognitive and academic strengths and weaknesses, dyslexia and dyscalculia, in the context of psychological wellbeing.
For infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers, our developmental assessments assess early cognitive development, language skill and motor control.
Autism & ADHD Assessments
We are very proud of our specialist assessments of Autism and Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) for children and young people aged between 6- and 25-years.
Our assessments are compliant with NICE-guidelines and accepted by schools, local authorities and NHS teams.
Early Years & Parenting Support
We have a specialist team who support for parents in navigating pregnancy and the first five years of children's lives.
We can offer one-to-one or group support for early attachments, bonding with babies and developing healthy relationships at home.
ADHD Medication Service & Clinical Pharmacy
Our specialist prescribing pharmacist can help to consider medication options for your child's ADHD.
Our medication service offers exceptional support for families, aiming to find the perfect medication balance for your child and family life, whilst working safely and minimising side effects.
Meet Our Specialist & Highly Qualified Team
We are the UK's largest team of clinical psychologists, speech and language therapists, counselling psychologists and pharmacists, with experience of psychological therapies in private, NHS and charitable settings.
We are regulated by the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) as well as the GPhC, and we practice to the highest levels of conduct, performance and ethics.
Our Amazing Testimonials
After being let down by the NHS due to the long wait for our 2 year old son to be seen.. We decided to go private and contacted CAYP Psychology for a specialist assessment.We were given an appointment right away and then attended the Clinic in Whitehaven where we saw Daniel. He was Amazing with our son and really made him feel at ease. The assessments were conducted in a clinic that was very well equipped but also kid friendly. Daniel was engaging and friendly and made the assessments seem more like a game. Communication was excellent throughout and we received the final report within a few days. It was really comprehensive and provided us with very useful strategies to utilise as well as a detailed plan for next steps to be taken.We are very happy to recommend Daniel and CAYP Psychology to anyone requiring Psychological therapies or assessments.
Roy Anthony F.
10:16 08 Sep 24
We felt extremely well led and guided through the diagnostic assessment process for our child. The experience was brilliant from start to finish, and we would highly recommend Suzanne Platt, Jane Emerton and all the staff we dealt with. Thank you!
Helena W.
18:23 03 Sep 24
I would definitely recommend CAYP psychology.We asked Dr Dan Wiesberg to conduct a cognitive assesment for my autistic child.We wanted a professional report to identify my child's strengths and needs, especially as we are entering the transition to secondary school next year and getting the right school setting is crucial.Dr Wiesberg was brilliant from start to finish and even travelled to us to accommodate our family's need for the assessment to be done at home.We were offered a consultation within just a couple of days and the assessment took place the week after. We learned so much about my child's needs from the feedback meeting and the results were explained very clearly and in detail.Soon after we received a very comprehensive and informative report with his recommendations which we will use to update my child's EHCP and to find a more suitable school placement.Dr Weisberg was brilliant with my child and made sure the whole family was involved throughout the process. We all had a very positive experience and felt listened to from the very start.Thanks to Dr Wiesberg's knowledge and expertise, my child's needs have now been clearly identified and understood.Thank you Dr Wiesberg.
Lucinda S.
18:48 31 Aug 24
Karen has been so wonderful. She instantly put my teenage daughter at ease during assessment and was always in contact. We will be using her for our youngest daughters assessment x
Alexandra S.
23:00 09 Aug 24
I cannot recommend this company enough. From start to finish of my son’s assessment was such a smooth process and I was kept informed at all stages of the process. Through this assessment and the comprehensive report following the assessment my son has just been awarded funding through the local authority for 1:1 support. This is something we feel as a family would not have been achievable to prove the need for without the comprehensive detailed report that Daniel did for us. Thank you so much for helping make my son’s future have hope and light again.
Julie L.
19:54 06 Aug 24
Coming to CAYP has changed the trajectory of our daughter's life. We're all so relieved to have a diagnosis. Jenni and Anne were so kind and our daughter was so relaxed around them - the whole process could have been so stressful but instead it was actually fun and reassuring. Ife you're on the fence: it's worth it.
Helen G.
07:48 31 Jul 24
We are foster carers approaching two decades with the local authority, and I work in social care, so we deeply understand the challenges in securing the correct support, referrals, and diagnoses for a child in care. We adopted our son, who has complex needs, and faced years of conflicting diagnoses and closed doors for support. There has always been conflict in understanding him as he was considered on three competing fronts of previously being in care, complex medical condition and neurological divergence. After over 10 years of fighting on our own, we were recommended to seek support from CAYP Psychology, and it has been a game-changer.From the outset, we were linked with Lisa and Nicole, who carried out our son's assessment with remarkable sensitivity and insight. They tailored the assessment to best suit his unique needs, uncovering layers of complexity that had been missed due to masking and a lack of in-depth understanding. Their ability to see beyond the surface and identify the true levels of need was extraordinary.The report they produced was incredibly detailed and accurate, providing a thorough depiction of our son's needs. This comprehensive assessment has been instrumental in informing his EHCP, enabling the school to grasp the specific support he requires. As a result, necessary changes have already been commissioned, and we are beginning to see the positive impact.The school has expressed their appreciation for the calibre of the report, stating that such insightful and precise documentation would greatly benefit all children with additional needs. The clarity and depth of the report have allowed them to identify and implement the correct support for our son, which is making a significant difference in his day-to-day experience.We are immensely grateful to CAYP Psychology, especially Lisa and Nicole, for their dedication and expertise. Their work has not only transformed our son's educational journey but has also provided us with the support we have long sought. We highly recommend CAYP Psychology to any family in need of comprehensive and compassionate psychological support for their children.
Steven S.
08:36 12 Jul 24
I can’t speak highly enough about the whole team at CAYP Psychology. From the very first contact to the end and beyond, the compassion, understanding and professionalism was outstanding. Not only did they go above and beyond to find the right Psychologist for our child, they then travelled to us (knowing the impact of travel on our son) and just made us feel so comfortable and understood. To have that type of care and validation felt so nice in a world where everything is usually so hard. Thank you to Suzanne and her team for everything!
Sarah
17:40 24 Jun 24
We have met Sherell @ CAYP Psycology on many occasions with our daughters, and feel with her support she has helped change our family life, helping us to all understand each other so much better and put us on a road to understanding autism and living with it as a family. Thank you xxx
James W.
19:58 23 Jun 24
From the first time I spoke with Daniel on the phone, I knew we were in safe hands!My husband and I wanted to better understand our youngest son’s development needs so pursued a clinical psychologist to help us to establish this. A friend had mentioned CAYP psychology to us so after some research and reading of their reviews, we decided to start the ball rolling.Daniel called us and explained the process in a clear and concise way. He listened well and answered our questions. We were offered an initial appointment the same week, with follow up appointments for the week after (we’re currently still waiting to see an NHS educational psychology after nearly 14 months!)Daniel carried out a number of specialist assessments with our son over two separate days and did so throughout with patience, professionalism and a smile on his face!The subsequent report was so detailed and over 14 pages long! It contains a breakdown of many areas of cognition and learning, as well as providing his professional opinion on our son’s learning stage, his strengths and his areas for development and a possible diagnosis. It has given us a starting point and hope for our son’s learning potential. We’ve also shared the report with our son’s new primary school who were delighted with the level of detail provided!Daniel is caring, understanding, honest and super intelligent. We would highly recommend CAYP, and Daniel in particular, to any families looking for a better understanding of their child’s needs or behaviours and ways to support them to develop!5 stars from us!Emma Taylor
Emma T.
19:30 20 Jun 24
Great experience, listened to my concerns to formulate the assessment, fantastic communication and we was provided with a very detailed report. Thank you!
Faze Bell 9.
09:51 19 Jun 24
We’ve had a really positive experience with CAYP Psychology and experienced a high level of professionalism and care throughout. From the beginning Jade has been excellent.We were unsure about the best course of action to take with our daughter but Jade was able to help direct us and went above and beyond to answer our questions and accommodate us throughout the whole process. She was fantastic with our daughter who clearly felt incredibly comfortable with Jade from the get go.It was evident throughout that there was a genuine desire to help both our daughter and us as a family and we felt informed and cared for throughout the whole process. Thank you!
Laura L.
11:07 03 Jun 24
Absolutely amazing company. From start to finish, our journey with Sarah Atkinson was worth it. Thank you so much ❤️
Anne louise G.
19:04 31 May 24
My experience as a parent with CAYP, for my son's diagnosis for Autism at the age of 20, was exceptional from start to finish. Both of the individuals involved, Nic & Charlotte on the day of the assessment put us both at easy. Professional, caring, understanding and knowledgeable are the key words to describe them both. Nic helped before and after the assessment with information and guidance that was provided swiftly and was extremely helpful. I would recommend CAYP and would like to thank them all for the support and guidance through a very emotional and stressful time.
Jane C.
15:41 20 May 24
From my first phonecall with Dr Rachael Ryan, I knew our family was in safe hands. We had a very efficient service and we were accomodated throughout, nothing was too much trouble and we even had a Teams meeting on a Sunday! We met with Dr Alex Brown and Dr Rachael Ryan at their office, both psychologists put my son at ease straight away and made this process so easy. I have reached out to Dr Rachael since my son received his diagnosis and received a prompt response and assurances that further help would be given if needed. We recommend CAYP and would like to express our gratitude for your support and help in what has been a difficult time for our family.
Orla W.
11:04 20 May 24
From start to finish, our experience with CAYP Psychology has been nothing short of exceptional. The entire process was seamless, with support every step of the way.The assessments conducted for my son's ASC and ADHD diagnosis were handled with utmost care and professionalism. We primarily worked with Dr Alex Brown who was thoughtful, engaging, and showed a deep understanding of my son's needs. He still asks if we can go back and play with her toys, and probably to tell her more stories! Alex captured him beautifully in the final report, really focusing on his strengths and skills. Dr Neha Matharu also completed part of his the assessment, and again she handled it with so much care, she just got it.Throughout the journey, we felt supported and understood as a family. Words cannot express my gratitude for the positive impact Alex and Neha’s work will have on my sons life. Thank you for everything you've done for us, you are both incredible!
Kayleigh K.
12:24 15 May 24
My son was recently assessed by Jenni and Anne. From the moment they contacted me I was reassured that they were the right people for us; they were extremely child focussed, patient, knowledgeable and understanding of our family situation. My son was relaxed with them and they quickly built a rapport with him which allowed him to be comfortable during his assessment sessions. Their report was extremely thorough and will enable my son to be able to access the appropriate support to help him thrive in school and in life. I could not be happier with my whole experience and would recommend them to everyone. I cannot thank you enough.
Laura C.
19:42 10 May 24
Dr Murewa worked wonders with us. In just two sessions she gave us the tools and support we needed to make our household much calmer and happier. She is such a wonderful person and her approach was just perfect for us. I couldn't recommend her highly enough.
Becks W.
14:11 29 Apr 24
A great big thank you to Jenni and Heidi.Your friendly, kind and caring approach supported both myself and my son during his assessment.Throughout the process I understood each step. My son finished the assessment in a happy mood, praising both of you 😀We finally have the much needed diagnosis to be able to move forward.We can now begin to look for a provision that is beneficial for who he is and more importantly a place he can be him in!Thanks again both of you and Daniel for his time over the years.Rebecca 😀
Little Oaks H.
10:17 26 Apr 24
I would like to say thank you to CAYP Psychology for the fantastic service we recieved.We dealt with Dr Emerton and Dr Platt for an autism assesment. They both made myself and my son feel at ease from the moment we first spoke and explained the process very thoroughly. All the assessments were very thorough and we did not feel rushed going through everything. We were kept informed every step of the way and the report we have recieved is very detailed and will hopefully help our son in the future.Thank you Dr Emerton, Dr Platt and the team for everything you have done I would not hesitate to recommend you to another family.
gemma L.
20:24 19 Apr 24
A first class experience from the moment Daniel Weisberg was contacted to conduct an assessment. He was responsive, communicative throughout, personable and entirely professional. He made me and my daughter feel very at ease and we felt in very capable hands. He was reassuring, flexible about timings to accommodate our limited timetable, thorough and he explained his results in a way which was easy to understand despite all the scientific analysis. He has made sense of things that have been taking place for the best part of 17 years and has also advised on the necessary support which must be made available for my daughter going forward. We cannot thank Daniel enough for all that he has done as well as how he has done it. 11 out of 10 (if that is allowed!).
Nicole H.
13:01 11 Apr 24
We are so happy that we chose CAYP for our daughter. Dr Jenni Jardine and Dr Anne Moloney were absolutely amazing from start to finish. My daughter was struggling for quite some time and I have tried for years to get answers and help for her but was let down by our GP and had no support from school.I contacted CAYP at the beginning of this year and they have been absolutely fantastic. I felt like I was finally being listened to and my daughter felt like there was someone that actually wanted to help her.Jenni and Anne made us feel at ease and relaxed which is uncommon for my daughter to feel like that around strangers.We are now so pleased we can move forward and finally get the help and support she needs to have a safe and happy future.We highly recommend CAYP Psychology and thanks again to Jenni and Anne.
Vic 2.
14:09 10 Apr 24
I 100% recommend Cayp. Daniel has been marvellous. He has a very caring and understanding approach. You can see he genuinely cares for those who seek his help. I am extremely happy with the service I received, which was also fast, allowing me to get my child help quickly and efficiently. Daniel is great at seeing the whole picture of your childs needs, he listens and is extremelyhelpful. Thank you
Sarah S.
15:58 27 Mar 24
i couldn't recommend this company enough, my son has been struggling for years with many different aspects of social and communication difficulties, sensory processing and traits of Autism, i found myself with no explanation as to why things were happening until i went to see these guys and he finally got his diagnosis. He feels better in himself that he now knows why he feels a certain way and is different to others around him, knowing we can always go back to CAYP for any bumps in the road he may need guiding through and that they understand him and his needs is so reassuring. Anne Kearney was amazing from start to finish and really put us at ease from the get go, she guided us through the whole process and kept us updated along the way, my son felt really comfortable with her, Dr zoe and Anne have been fantastic.
Samantha K.
18:03 26 Mar 24
CAYP had come highly recommended to us and we are so glad we used their service. We are relieved to now have a diagnosis for our daughter to be able to access the support she sorely needs in school. We found Anna and Zoe to be understanding, helpful and professional, and the process was highly efficient from start to finish. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend CAYP psychology.
Hannah G.
21:40 24 Mar 24
As a family we are so happy that we chose CAYP and would certainly recommend their services. Their assessments are so vital in making sure the correct neurodiversity issue is picked up. We didn't expect a different diagnosis but once received everything made sense. Sarah, Laura and Emma were amazing, explained everything thoroughly, made sure we were all happy, calm environment, friendly, approachable and very supportive. We are now on a new path with our daughter's diagnosis with tools to work with. Thank you!
Kate S.
09:26 21 Mar 24
Really helpful service, personable, interested and we felt in really safe hands. Karen was attentive to all the info we could give her, and felt like she really understood our child, and our family.
Claire H.
14:41 14 Mar 24
I found out about CAYP Psychology via a google search. I was sceptical about the quality of service i would receive, when i first got in touch with them, but now i am really pleased that i did. Help was immediately on hand, via an online chat , where i could explain my requirements re: my 10 year old daughter. The admin team put me in touch with Dr.Lisa Nelson, Clinical Psychologist,who has been nothing short of brilliant!She was very thorough and listened to every concern that i had as a parent and gave the same degree of attention to my daughter as well. My daughter was very comfortable , interacting with her and all the assessments were made as fun as possible, with adequate breaks in between. Dr.Nelson was very accomodative and even did home visits to carry out the assessments, to give my daughter the best opportunity and a familiar environment to undergo the assessments.Dr.Nelson's final report was very thorough and elaborate and it took into account our concerns and offered recommendations to help our daughter. She was able to explain the outcomes of the assessments to me and my daughter in a way that we easily understood.I will be more than happy to use CAYP Psychology in the future, if necessary again.
Soumya K.
10:48 28 Feb 24
Fantastic service! Very supportive knowledge and really helped. Thank you so much Karen!
Jason A.
12:52 27 Feb 24
Dr Daniel Weisberg helped our 10year old son overcome mobility and anxiety issues he was facing following an illness quickly and efficiently. From the start Dr Weisberg was fantastic with our son, building a strong rapport and understanding how he was feeling. Our son has made a complete recovery of which we feel would not have been possible without the help from Dr Weisberg. We are so grateful and would happily recommend CAYP to others.
Daniel T.
22:40 20 Feb 24
We as a family have just completed a ASD assessment with Jane Emerton & Neha Matharu. Jane and Neha were amazing and explained clearly each step and made us feel at ease and more importantly ensure that our daughter was made to feel comfortable with the process. They were extremely professional and showed empathy and understanding throughout. If the need is there then I highly recommend their services!
Andy M.
12:00 03 Feb 24
Both Dr Jenni and Dr Heidi ensured my son received the best care and support during his assessment process. My son was experiencing a very challenging time at school prior to me considering the private avenue. I couldn’t consider waiting the 7 years on the NHS. The assessment process was quick and easy but very thorough. I now have a detailed report that has opened many avenues for my son to get the support he needs. He is thriving with strategies made by Jenni and Heidi. The care received was personalised and made my son feel comfortable and safe. Thank you for the difference you have made to all our lives.
Hope H.
11:21 31 Jan 24
Sherrell's calm, approachable manner really made the process of undergoing an assessment much easier for my child. The final report was thorough, professional and helpful. Thankyou CAYP and Sherrell.
Ruth P.
15:22 21 Jan 24
I had a really positive experience that I am so grateful for. I felt so comfortable during my assessment. My emails were replied to very quickly. I would recommend for anyone. Thank you CAYP.
Lily N.
19:45 10 Jan 24
Excellent, rapid service. Jenni and Heidi were both extremely knowledgeable and approachable, and made us feel confident and at ease with the process.
Lindsay R.
13:54 08 Jan 24
Well; what can I say, I don't know how I would have got through this year without the help and support we have received from Alexandra Brown at CAYP.She has provided us a professional service; caring, understanding, compassionate, took time to understand and listen to what we were going through and very nurturing towards my daughter. This is why when the time was right we went to CAYP to use their assessment services.She has assisted me with where to go for additional support.I was at a loss of what to do and where to go, it has been a huge learning curve for me this year and I feel Alex has guided me through the whole process.It is a big financial stretch for most families, but I feel worth every penny and with splitting the payments we finally got answers ready for the next step and putting the right support in place.
Lisa V.
11:32 21 Dec 23
Superheroes without capesI couldn't rate Anna and her team any more highly, my family and myself have struggled for years with my sons asd just trying to cope and be diagnosed. Cayp made his diagnosis simple and supportive.Anna at cayp is simply the superhero of our story and our guide to our new bright future. I really couldn't recommend her enough or thank them enough, and I know given time and understanding my son will thank her and her team too
Joanne C.
12:39 13 Dec 23
Dr Hasan Waheed was amazing.
Lauren Q.
20:40 10 Dec 23
I feel so lucky to have had the support of Karen Tinsley at CAYP during the autism assessment process for my son. From the first conversation we had, I felt 'seen' and it was reassuring to have someone who was so kind and made me feel like I wasn't over-reacting. Karen helped me to realise that we had actually already made significant adaptations to our family life to cope with the needs of our son and that there was indeed a reason for this and it was not simply a behavioural issue or him being 'stubborn' or 'wilful'. The process was handled sensitively, in a professional manner with all parties involved, and I would not hesitate to recommend Karen to anyone who needed help with an ASD assessment.
J P
12:40 13 Nov 23
Excellent service, very helpful and great after care.
Emma S.
14:51 01 Nov 23
I had a wonderful experience. In the past, I had been hesitant with therapy due to feeling like there was a ‘one size fits all’ methodology to therapy, however this was not the case with CAYP psychology. The therapist I had took a few sessions to listen to what I’d like from therapy & to what the issues I was facing were, and then decided on a way forward that was personal to me. It was easy to communicate whether something works or not, and I generally just felt very comfortable and was able to be honestI also have ASD & I felt incredibly comfortable discussing what aspects of my life were impacted by it without feeling like it was made out to be the sole reason for certain issues.
A
23:07 25 Oct 23
Very satisfied with all the support from Mr Waheed, there’s been great improvement first few months, I feel I have been listened to and my opinion has been validated and Ive learnt new skills which have helped and improved my communication skills, Thank you.
Sana
12:41 23 Sep 23
Would highly recommend. A very caring company, we dealt with Dr Anne Moloney, who took the time to listen to us and consider everything, with a quick turnaround and positive result.
Robert C
15:44 11 Sep 23
My Child has recently had an ASD assessment with CAYPS and I can't recommend them highly enough. Jenni and Anne were so kind, understanding and patient with Morgan. I felt they really listened to us and involved Morgan with every element of the assessment. We have had a really difficult few years with their mental health and they have struggled with many aspects of life including school, so I can't thank you enough for your help. Hopefully this will be the start of us getting some interventions in place so our child can finally start to reach their potential. Thanks again
Tim G.
11:55 09 Aug 23
After a stressful and upsetting couple of months I found CAYP online and I'm so glad I did. Claudia and Roslyn were so nice with myself and my daughter they both made me feel at ease and helped me understand everything they were lovely and I'm so grateful for all that you both did I can't thank you enough. I would highly recommend this service to anyone who is considering its worth it to get some reassurance.
angela M.
12:32 31 Jul 23
I can highly recommend CAYP and Alexandra Brown in particular. She has gone above and beyond in her work around the assessments for our son. She spent the time to discuss the assessments with us and to liaise with school and she was great with my son. A wonderful combination of warm and professional.
Anna P.
15:16 28 Jul 23
