At Bloom Clinical, we are a dedicated Clinical Specialist Team of comprising of Clinical Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Psychotherapists, Mental Health Practitioners, SEND specialists, Sensory Integration Practitioners, all medically led by our highly specialised Consultant Paediatrician/Consultant Psychiatrist and united by our passion for providing exceptional care.
The Team are registered with the Health Care Professionals Council (HCPC), The General Medical Council (GMC), The British Psychological Society (BPS), The Royal College Of Occupational Therapists (RCOT), Royal College of Psychiatrists, and The Royal College of Paediatrics
The Clinical experience spans a variety of conditions, including:
The team are certified to reliable coding status for a high number of gold standard developmental assessment tools. Below is a list of some (not inclusive) of the more well known diagnostic assessment tools.
Purpose: The ADOS-2 is one of the gold standards for assessing autism. It is an observational assessment that involves a structured series of activities designed to elicit behaviours related to autism, such as social interaction, communication, and play.
Components: The assessment includes different modules based on the individual’s age and language level, ranging from toddlers with limited language to older children and adults with more advanced communication skills.
Use: Clinicians observe the person’s behaviour and social interactions to determine whether they meet the criteria for ASD.
Strengths: Highly reliable and valid, provides a standardized measure of behaviour.
Purpose: The ADI-R is a structured interview conducted with parents or caregivers to gather detailed information about the child’s developmental history, behaviour, and communication patterns.
Components: The interview assesses areas such as early development, social interactions, communication, and restricted or repetitive behaviours.
Use: It is often used in conjunction with the ADOS-2 to support the diagnostic process.
Strengths: Provides in-depth insights into the child’s early developmental history and current behaviour patterns.
Purpose: The Conners Rating Scales are widely used to assess the presence and severity of ADHD symptoms, as well as other behavioural issues like oppositional behaviour, anxiety, and aggression.
Components: The tool includes parent, teacher, and self-report forms that assess behaviours such as inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and emotional regulation.
Use: The scales are useful for diagnosing ADHD and for tracking progress in treatment or interventions, for both children and adults.
Strengths: It provides a comprehensive view of ADHD symptoms in various settings and offers different environmental perspectives.
Purpose: The CBCL is a parent-report tool used to assess a child’s emotional and behavioural functioning across a variety of domains, including attention problems and hyperactivity.
Components: The CBCL includes a series of questions about a child’s behaviour, social functioning, and emotional problems. It is often used as part of a broader assessment to identify ADHD and other co-occurring conditions like anxiety or depression.
Use: It provides a broad view of a child’s overall behaviour and can be used as a screening tool for ADHD and other disorders.
Strengths: It is a well-established and widely used tool that can assess a broad range of child behaviour and emotional functioning.
The DASI (Developmental, Dimensional and Diagnostic Interview) is an assessment tool designed to assist in the diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
It is a structured interview conducted by clinicians with parents or caregivers, aimed at obtaining detailed information about the child’s developmental history, current behaviour, and any potential symptoms related to autism.
The QB Test is a neuropsychological tool that combines continuous performance tests with motion-tracking technology to assess various aspects of attention and impulsivity.
It provides quantifiable, objective data on the individual’s behaviour during the test, making it useful in both diagnosing ADHD and monitoring treatment progress.
The DIVA 2.0 (Diagnostic Interview for ADHD in Adults) is a structured clinical interview tool designed to assess Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults. It provides a systematic way for clinicians to evaluate the symptoms of ADHD, ensuring that the diagnosis is accurate and based on a thorough understanding of the individual’s history and current functioning. The DIVA 2.0 is particularly helpful for diagnosing ADHD in adults, a group for whom diagnosis can sometimes be more challenging due to the subtle presentation of symptoms or the individual’s coping strategies developed over time.
The Movement Assessment Battery for Children, Third Edition (Movement ABC-3) is a widely used standardized assessment tool designed to evaluate motor skills in children aged 3 to 16 years. It is primarily used to assess motor impairments that can impact a child’s daily functioning, helping to identify children who may have developmental coordination disorder (DCD), dyspraxia, or other motor-related difficulties.
The SPM-2 (Sensory Processing Measure, Second Edition) is a standardized assessment tool designed to evaluate a child’s or adult’s sensory processing abilities and the impact these abilities have on their daily functioning in various environments such as home, school, work, and community settings. The SPM-2 is used by specialist sensory integration practitioners to assess how well the client can integrate and respond to sensory stimuli, which is particularly relevant in identifying individuals with sensory processing disorders (SPD) or those with conditions that commonly involve sensory processing challenges, such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and developmental delays.
Purpose: The ACE Questionnaire assesses the number and types of adverse childhood experiences a person has encountered, such as abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction (e.g., parental substance abuse or mental illness).
Age Range: It is typically used with adults but can also be adapted for older adolescents.
Structure: The ACE questionnaire consists of 10 questions, each asking about different forms of childhood adversity.
Scoring: The score ranges from 0 to 10, with each “Yes” response to a question representing one point. Higher scores indicate a greater number of ACEs, which can correlate with increased risk for a variety of mental health and physical health problems later in life.
Application: The ACE questionnaire is often used in screening for childhood trauma and its potential long-term effects on adult health.
For face-to-face assessments, we will use the QB Test. The QB Test is a digital neuropsychological assessment that uses a combination of visual and auditory tasks to measure key behavioural characteristics that are often linked to ADHD.
It’s often used in conjunction with other diagnostic tools, such as the Conners 4, clinical interviews, and self-report questionnaires. If preferred, the QB Test can be arranged to be conducted online
Whether you’re seeking a one-time assessment for clarity or ongoing therapy for continued support, our services are tailored to meet your specific needs.
We recognise that mental health and neurodevelopmental challenges can influence every aspect of life, from relationships to daily routines.
Our approach is centred on providing compassionate, expert care that empowers you with understanding and practical strategies. Through professional assessments and therapy options, we’re here to guide you every step of the way, helping you achieve greater well-being and confidence.
