Rachael Ford is a registered psychologist based in Adelaide with experience in the assessment and diagnosis of learning disorders, ADHD and Autism. She travels regularly around Australia to attend workshops and conferences to understand the latest research in supporting neurodivergent children to thrive.

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She has a passion for working with children and teenagers and provides a warm, relaxed neuro-affirming approach to assessments. She recognizes the strengths and talents of each individual while exploring and acknowledging the unique challenges clients can face in everyday life.

 

Rachael has a Masters in Professional Psychology from the University of New England and a Bachelor of Psychological Science with First Class Honours from Flinders University.

 

Rachael is an Associate Member of the Australasian ADHD Professionals Association (AADPA) and is a registered member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). She is certified in ADOS-2 Assessment by La Trobe University.

 

Outside of conducting assessments, Rachael  works part time providing therapy for clients at Thinkwise Clinical Psychology in Cumberland Park.

 

Rachael is a proud mum of three young, active boys and a Cavoodle named Waffle.