Trauma-informed attachment assessments.
At Oakdale, our assessments help families and professionals understand how trauma and attachment difficulties affect a child’s life. We provide clear insights and practical guidance to support the child, their parents, and everyone around them.
What we offer.
Choosing Oakdale means choosing:
A thorough, child-focused assessment led by a clinical psychologist
A detailed understanding of the child’s experiences, behaviours, and needs
A tailored therapeutic plan for the child and family
Support for schools, carers, and professionals to work together effectively
Tailored assessments.
Our multidisciplinary assessments are tailored to each child and may include:
Child and parent assessments
School observations
MIMs and story stem assessments
Cognitive and developmental evaluations
Assessment tools.
At Oakdale, we use a range of evidence-based assessments to understand a child’s emotional, cognitive, and relational world. Each tool is carefully selected and delivered by trained specialists to provide accurate, meaningful insights that guide personalised support.
See how we explore your child’s world,
step by step.
At Oakdale, we take a thorough, compassionate look at the child’s experiences, relationships, and daily life.
Here’s what you can expect from the assessment process.
Information gathering
We review reports, questionnaires, and school feedback to understand the child’s behaviour and caregiver stress.
Caregiver & family sessions
We explore family relationships, daily life, and observe how everyone interacts and connects.
Individual child sessions
We hear the child’s perspective and use evidence-based tools to understand their emotions, behaviours, and attachment strategies.
School observation & liaison
We observe friendships, teacher interactions, and school coping strategies to see how the child is supported in education.
Bringing it all together
Our team combines all the information to create a clear picture of the child’s experiences, identify practical ways to support the family, and develop a personalised plan for therapy, parenting, and school support.
Feedback & report
We share our findings in a sensitive, collaborative feedback session so families understand how experiences shape behaviour, begin building stronger connections, and receive a clear report with practical recommendations for home, school, and therapy.
Adoption and trauma support service.
Ofsted-registered and rooted in trauma-informed approaches, we support adopted and looked-after children who've experienced neglect, loss or early trauma, helping families build emotional safety and secure, lasting relationships.
Discover how our specialist support can help children and families thrive through adoption and trauma-informed care.
Why choose Oakdale.
Choosing Oakdale means choosing:
Expert clinical psychologists and a specialist team
Evidence-based, child-centred methods
Practical guidance to help families thrive
A warm, supportive, and professional approach. We care about your family and provide guidance every step of the way
Highly skilled professionals with experience in trauma and attachment work
Proven approaches tailored to your child’s unique needs and strengths
Clear, realistic recommendations for home, school, and therapy support
Ready to get started?
Submit an enquiry to start your journey.
Got a question?
Visit our FAQ page for more information about the process, costs and what to expect.