About the Practice
At the Childrens Natural Environment Assessment Practice, we believe every child and family deserves understanding, respect, and tailored support. Based in the calm surroundings of St. Margaret’s, Co. Dublin, our highly qualified and experienced multidisciplinary team provides a family-led approach to assessments and care, with child and family at the heart of everything we do. We offer autism diagnostic assessments, psychology assessments, speech and language supportive services, and occupational therapy and assessments.
Our integrative practice supports children, families and individuals ensuring their unique needs are recognised before, during, and after the assessment process. Beyond assessments, we also provide early intervention, behaviour support training, counselling, psychotherapy, and holistic care. Collaborating with trusted professionals allows us to meet the complex and evolving needs of families at every stage of life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We are located in St Margaret’s, in Co. Dublin, 5 minutes from Dublin Airport, and we are located close to all major roadways including the M50. It is advisable that parents and caregivers plan their journey as there is limited public transport locally.
Yes, we have free and safe car parking available on site. Our building is wheelchair accessible.
Yes, our clinicians follow a standardised procedure when carrying out all assessments, and therefore our reports are recognised by the HSE and Department of Education and can be used in application for primary care services such as Speech and Language and Occupational Therapy.
Yes, we are a private assessment practice, and all of our clinicians are registered with their relevant bodies including the PSI, AOTI and CORU. Our multidisciplinary team members have extensive experience in administering assessments publicly with the HSE and within the private sector according to best practice guidelines.
No, parents and caregivers are welcome to enquire about seeking support and services and no referral is needed.
It is recommended that you contact the practice by phone or email, and we can direct you to the areas of support. A consultation with our psychologist or therapist can also be held. A consultation will allow our team to meet with parents or caregivers to determine what level of support your child may need and in what capacity. We will be able to fully discuss your concerns and can help to put a plan in place going forward.
It is recommended that 1 parent/caregiver along with the child attend for the in-person assessment appointments. An outline of who is to attend for what appointment will be sent by the office within your appointment reminder.
No, we do not carry out ADHD assessments however, within our cognitive assessment, for children aged 6 years and over, a screening for ADHD can be carried out and combined with the clinician’s behavioural observations during the assessment, this tool allows our team to determine whether further specialist evaluation is required to confirm or rule out a presentation of ADHD. If you require a diagnostic assessment for ADHD, it is recommended that you visit Diagnosis – ADHD Ireland.
Yes, our team members can carry out home and school visits as part of the consultation screening process or assessment process. School and home visits carry separate fees to assessments as it is an additional service. Additional travel charges may also be required depending on the distance from the practice. The requirement for this additional service will be discussed by the clinician with parents and caregivers.
We have extended our multidisciplinary team which has helped with our wait list, allowing us to provide support as soon as possible. It is recommended that you contact the practice to gather an update on current wait times and availability for specific services.
It is recommended that you contact the practice office directly. This will ensure that all relevant information regarding fees and payment plans is provided to you prior to your child starting the assessment process.
Payment can be made in cash, by bank transfer, or with Revolut. Invoices are generated prior to appointments, and receipts are issued upon payment. Assessment reports will not be presented to parents, and the feedback meeting cannot take place before full payment is received.
The practice is a private assessment practice; parents must contact their health insurance to query whether fees are covered. Receipts are provided after each payment received which have the registered clinician’s name and details outlined.
Yes, upon registration, parents/caregivers are required to complete our online questionnaire, registration and fees policy prior to a consultation. We also request that any relevant reports from other professionals are shared with us (e.g., school reports, psychological reports, play therapy/occupational or speech and language therapy reports).
Yes, however, we will ask for parents/caregivers’ permission prior to any contact being made. Contact may be made as a request for questionnaires to be completed or to gather additional information as part of the process.
Once your child’s assessment is complete, it is at this point that you will be given feedback regarding your child’s assessment. A Post Assessment Review Meeting will be scheduled approximately 2 weeks after the last appointment. During this appointment you will receive a full report of your child’s assessment results which will include the multidisciplinary team’s findings.
At this meeting you will have an opportunity to reflect on your child’s assessment process and findings. The psychologist will explain the report in detail and can offer you feedback as parents and caregivers.
A copy of the report can be shared with schools, other health care professionals or relevant services.
Your child’s report will include specific recommendations tailored to your child’s needs on how best to support your child at home and in school.
Parents will also receive a copy of our Parent Handbook which can be used as a resource guide. This handbook will have information regarding public and private services and will include some of our practice’s trusted recommendations and suggestions for services and support following an assessment.
In the weeks after your child’s Post Assessment Review Meeting, parents and caregivers can contact the practice to avail of the Follow Up Feedback Meeting as parents may have additional questions they require support with. This meeting can bring parents and caregivers through all the practicalities of receiving a diagnosis and can talk through the most appropriate therapies to start with, and a clear care pathway. This meeting can also help parents to ensure they are supported in all areas such as applying for financial and educational support.
This meeting must be scheduled after the Post Assessment Review Meeting and can take place over zoom or by phone call, This meeting is to be attended by parents only.
Yes, we offer a range of supportive services for parents, caregivers and families before and after the assessment process. Please see information regarding our Behaviour Support Training, Counselling and Psychotherapy and Holistic Care
For further information regarding the availability of our supportive services, please contact us.
