Dr Aimee Swithenbank
Director of Swithenbank Psychology Ltd.
Educational Psychologist
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Swithenbank Psychology Ltd., led by Dr Aimee Swithenbank in Colchester, Essex, offers private educational psychology services for children and adults.
Dr Swithenbank holds a Professional Doctorate in Educational and Child Psychology from UCL (2015), is HCPC registered (PYL32205), fully insured, and DBS checked. With a decade of experience in both the private and local authority sectors, she has cultivated specialist interests in brain-behaviour relationships, supporting neurodivergent learners (including those with ADHD and autism), and specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia.
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In addition to her school and parent-funded work, Dr Swithenbank is commissioned by local authorities to write Psychological Advice for statutory Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments.
Approach and values​
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Personalised. Every individual is unique and Dr Swithenbank tailors the assessment to the needs of the individual and the presenting concerns.
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Holistic. Dr Swithenbank takes a holistic perspective on the presenting concerns, taking account of a range of factors that can impact learning and access to education.
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Rigorous and evidence-based. Assessments are rigorous, thorough and use the latest technology and assessment tools to ensure reliable and valid results. This enables Dr Swithenbank to pinpoint any underlying challenges. highlight the learner's unique strengths, and provide tailored evidence-based advice to address the presenting concerns.
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Collaborative. Dr Swithenbank works collaboratively with the child, their parents and the school to gather views on the presenting issues and help move the situation forward.
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Experience and expertise. Dr Swithenbank draws on 15 years' experience in special needs and education, working with children, families, schools, local service providers and LAs. ​
