Question 1

What can you expect to take away from a consultation?

Accepted Answer

You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of what is holding progress back, what your realistic options are, and what to do next. The aim is to give you a practical plan you can trust, plus more confidence in how you support and monitor your child’s needs.

Question 2

Do we need require a formal diagnosis to see Julianne?

Accepted Answer

No. While diagnostic information can be helpful, consultancy is based on understanding a young person’s cognitive profile in relation to educational demands. Formal diagnosis is not a prerequisite.

Question 3

Is this therapeutic or coaching work?

Accepted Answer

No. My work is educational consultancy. It is analytical, research-informed, and focused on educational planning, decision-making, and systems navigation rather than therapeutic intervention.

Question 4

Do you work directly with schools?

Accepted Answer

I do liaise with school where appropriate, More importantly, I will help you get the best from your school by helping you communicate confidently and clearly.

Question 5

Do you offer teaching or tuition?

Accepted Answer

Teaching is offered as part of an ongoing engagement where it is educationally appropriate, after an initial consultation. It is not available as a standalone service.

Question 6

How much time should you allow for a consultation?

Accepted Answer

A consultation usually lasts one hour. That gives us enough time to explore your child’s needs properly, look at the key issues, and discuss sensible next steps. Practical details are confirmed after you get in touch.

Question 7

Do you always need a Strategic Review before making changes?

Accepted Answer

A Strategic Review is often the best starting point, because real change depends on understanding what has happened, what is happening now, and what you want to change. For more complex situations, an extended Strategic Review may be the right fit. It helps you move forward with clarity rather than guesswork.

Question 8

What information should you send before a Strategic Review?

Accepted Answer

Before your Strategic Review, you’ll be asked to share any relevant documents that help build the picture. This may include specialist reports, school information, and a brief timeline of your main concerns. The more context you can provide, the more precise and useful my review can be.

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