Assessment, Diagnosis and Intervention Development. Real talk with Erin Preece.

Does my Psychologist Like Me?

"The best way to support this child is to change the environment not change the child"

In this episode Anna chats with Erin Preece, a psychologist from Bendigo, Victoria. Erin shares her journey into psychology, the challenges and nuances of working with developmental disorders like autism and ADHD, and the complexity and satisfaction derived from psychological assessments. Together, they discuss the importance of niching, the evolution of mental health perceptions, and the necessity of creating supportive environments for neurodivergent individuals. Erin also highlights the growth of her practice amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and offers insights for aspiring psychologists.

- Erin's Professional Journey

- Challenges and Growth During COVID-19

- Serving the Regional Community

- Understanding Child Developmental Assessments

- Parental Challenges and Diagnostic Trends

- Masking and Unmasking in Children

- Comprehensive Diagnostic Process

- Tailoring Support and Recommendations

- Neurodiversity Affirming Practices