SpLD (Dyslexia) Assessments and Learning Support Therapies
Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD) Assessments
Masters Advanced Clinical Care (MACC) offers comprehensive Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD) assessments, including dyslexia, for children, young people, and adults.
Our assessments are evidence-based, strengths-focused, and clinically robust, exploring how learning differences affect education, work, and daily life.
Each assessment includes a detailed clinical report that clearly explains whether diagnostic criteria are met or not met, and why, alongside practical recommendations, reasonable adjustment guidance, and signposting to appropriate support.
Our approach recognises that learning differences exist within the wider context of neurodiversity, individual strengths, and lived experience.
Talking Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
MACC provides talking therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), tailored to the needs of neurodivergent individuals and their families.
Our therapeutic support is designed to help with emotional regulation, anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, adjustment following diagnosis, and the everyday challenges associated with neurodivergence.
Therapy is delivered by appropriately trained clinicians using a compassionate, neuro-affirming approach, ensuring interventions are accessible, respectful, and meaningful.
Support may be offered as a standalone service or as part of a wider post-assessment and psychoeducation pathway.
Flexible Access to Our Learning Support Services
At MACC, we understand that every neurodivergent person’s journey is different. Our Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD) assessments, talking therapies, CBT, and psychoeducation can be accessed either as standalone services or as part of a tailored assessment package.
You may choose to book support before an assessment, alongside assessment, or after diagnostic feedback, depending on your needs, preferences, and circumstances. Our clinicians will help guide you in deciding what is most appropriate at each stage.
Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD) Assessment Pathway
(Dyslexia)
- Initial enquiry and screening
You complete a brief screening to explore learning history, current challenges, and goals.
- Formal SpLD assessment
A structured assessment explores literacy, numeracy, cognitive processing, and functional impact using evidence-based tools.
- Clinical formulation and diagnostic decision
Clear clinical reasoning is applied to determine whether diagnostic criteria are met or not met, and why.
- Detailed written report
You receive a comprehensive report including diagnostic outcome, strengths, areas of need, and practical recommendations for education, work, and daily life.
- Optional follow-on support
Talking therapy, CBT, and psychoeducation can be added to help you or your family understand the findings and apply strategies in real life.
Talking Therapy & CBT Pathway
- Referral or self-booking
Therapy can be booked as a standalone service or as an add-on to an assessment, either before or after diagnostic work.
- Therapeutic assessment
Your clinician works with you to understand your goals, emotional needs, and how neurodivergence impacts your wellbeing.
- Individualised therapy plan
Support may include talking therapy or CBT, tailored to neurodivergent experiences such as anxiety, emotional regulation, self-esteem, burnout, or adjustment following diagnosis.
- Ongoing review and adaptation
Therapy is reviewed regularly to ensure it remains helpful, accessible, and aligned with your goals.
Psychoeducation Pathway (Individuals & Families)
- Psychoeducation booking
Psychoeducation can be accessed independently or included as part of an assessment package.
- Understanding neurodivergence
Sessions focus on helping individuals and families understand neurodivergent profiles, strengths, challenges, and day-to-day impact.
- Practical strategies and guidance
You receive clear, practical strategies for home, education, work, and family life.
- Supporting resources
Following assessment, additional guidance is provided in a clear, accessible patient booklet, helping translate understanding into everyday support.
Your Care, Your Choice
Whether you are seeking answers, support, or both, MACC offers flexible pathways that meet you where you are.
Our neuro-affirming, clinician-led approach ensures care is compassionate, evidence-based, and centred on what matters most to you and your family.