Business Details
12 Years
experience
Specialist Child Psychology Services in Stoke-on-Trent
Gateway Psychology is an independent psychology service established in 2014, dedicated to supporting children, young people, and families in Stoke-on-Trent and surrounding areas. Our team of highly qualified clinical psychologists and therapists specialises in assessments, therapy, and training tailored to individual needs, addressing emotional, behavioural, relational, and developmental challenges. We adopt a systemic approach, collaborating closely with parents, carers, schools, and agencies to ensure holistic support.Our services include private ASD assessments, therapeutic parenting support, EMDR, and trauma-informed interventions. With a commitment to quality and professionalism, we provide flexible, timely access to psychological services, operating from a specialist therapeutic space in Tunstall. Our clinicians are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society (BPS), ensuring adherence to rigorous professional standards.
Services
ASD Assessments
Therapeutic Parenting
EMDR Therapy
Theraplay
Professional Training
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- Multi-disciplinary team of HCPC-registered clinical psychologists
- Specialist ASD assessments following NICE guidelines
- Tailored therapeutic interventions for trauma and attachment difficulties
- Collaborative approach with schools and local authorities
- Flexible, timely access to services since 2014
Associations and certifications
- Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- British Psychological Society (BPS)
What people say
Life-changing support
Timely assessments
Compassionate team
Practical strategies
Transformative impact
Services
ASD Assessments
Our NICE-compliant ASD assessments for children aged 5-18 use multi-disciplinary approaches including ADI-R interviews, ADOS-2 observations, and school assessments. Delivered by HCPC-registered psychologists, these evaluations provide diagnostic clarity and tailored recommendations for support strategies. The process includes developmental history analysis, direct observation, and comprehensive reporting to guide educational and therapeutic interventions.
Therapeutic Parenting
Specialist parenting programmes like Theraplay and A-ABC help carers develop trauma-informed techniques for managing attachment difficulties. Sessions focus on improving parent-child relationships through play-based interactions and evidence-based strategies. Our clinicians provide practical tools to address behavioural challenges and create nurturing environments for children with complex needs.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) addresses trauma and PTSD in children through structured therapeutic protocols. This evidence-based approach helps process distressing memories while maintaining emotional regulation. Our trained therapists adapt techniques to suit developmental stages, integrating bilateral stimulation with traditional talk therapy for effective outcomes.
Theraplay
Theraplay interventions use guided play activities to strengthen parent-child bonds and address developmental trauma. Structured sessions focus on building trust through nurturing interactions, improving emotional regulation and social skills. This approach is particularly effective for children with attachment disorders or early-life adversity.
Professional Training
We deliver accredited training programmes for educators and care professionals on topics including blocked care, trauma-informed classrooms, and FASD awareness. Our courses combine theoretical knowledge with practical strategies, available through face-to-face workshops or online learning platforms to accommodate different learning preferences.
Questions
What age range do you work with?
We specialise in children and young people aged 5-18 for ASD assessments and therapeutic services. Contact us for younger children's cases.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, we provide flexible payment options. Contact our team to discuss instalment arrangements for assessments and therapy sessions.
Are your assessments accepted by schools?
Our NICE-compliant assessments are conducted by HCPC-registered psychologists. While most institutions accept our reports, we recommend confirming with your child's school beforehand.
Can adoptive parents access funded services?
Yes, many adoptive families access our services through Local Authorities or Regional Adoption Agencies using Adoption Support Funds. Contact your social worker for arrangements.
Do you provide virtual sessions?
We offer hybrid services with both in-person and virtual options available. School observations and direct assessments typically require physical presence.
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