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Neurodevelopmental Practitioner

Alice Yu

Alice Yu

Neurodevelopmental Practitioner

Educational qualifications include a BSc in Childhood Studies from the University of Bristol and an MSc in Psychology from Queen Mary University of London.Current clinical experience includes supporting Autism and ADHD assessments for children and young people, with responsibilities including developmental history-taking, neurodevelopmental and cognitive assessments, clinical report writing, and multidisciplinary collaboration with families, schools and other professionals. Previous experience includes supporting 16–18-year-olds with mental health and special educational needs within supported living, providing 1:1 support to asylum seekers, and gaining experience in fostering, safeguarding and child protection through a placement with Hackney Council. Professional training includes Level 3 and Level 4 CPD in Autism and ADHD, alongside accredited training in ADOS-2 and ADI-R. Also a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society (BPS).A compassionate, person-centred and evidence-based approach underpins a strong commitmentto supporting children, young people and families to feel heard, understood and appropriately supported.

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Meet Alice Yu:

MPhil in Foundations in Clinical Psychology (University of Cambridge) and BA in Psychological and Behavioural Sciences (University of Cambridge).
Experience supporting children and young people within a CAMHS Eating Disorder Service, and promoting student wellbeing and accessibility as a Mental Health and Disabilities Officer in the Student Union.
Research experience with the MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit, examining cognitive, behavioural, and emotional processes related to generalised anxiety.

University of Cambridge graduate with an MPhil in Clinical Psychology and BA in Psychological and Behavioural Sciences.

Experience working within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) at a CAMHS Eating Disorder Service. Observed and assisted assessments for Anorexia Nervosa. Contributed to service development through research related to Motivational Interviewing and gender dysphoria.

Supported vulnerable individuals experiencing challenges such as suicidality, self-harm, low mood, and anxiety as a student volunteer in Cambridge Nightline. Received training in active listening and de-escalation. Adhered to strict Nightline principles and protocols, protecting the wellbeing and privacy of callers and volunteers. Promoted student wellbeing and accessibility as a Mental Health and Disabilities Officer in the Student Union.

Research experience with the MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit, examining cognitive, behavioural, and emotional processes related to generalised anxiety.

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