Psychology Connected

Providing compassionate, child-centred support for families and educational settings.

About Me - Dr Rachael Vivian

• Undergraduate & Master’s Degree, Psychology — University of Cambridge

• Doctorate in Applied Educational Psychology — University of Nottingham

• HCPC Registered Educational Psychologist — Health and Care Professions Council

• Specialist Practitioner in Tics & Tourette's — Advanced Training in CBIT & Behavioural Therapy

An educational psychology practice built on two decades of experience across school, specialist care, and health settings. Backed by over ten years of practice within Oxfordshire, bringing deep contextual knowledge, multi-agency connections, and a strong understanding of local systems.

I deliver in-person services for local Oxfordshire schools, alongside remote consultation, tic/Tourette behavioural therapy, and tailored guidance for families and settings nationwide. My approach is warm, responsive, and grounded in clear, practical steps.

My Approach & Ethos

Working Together for Real Change

I believe lasting progress happens through strong relationships and open dialogue. I work alongside families/carers, teachers, and SENCOs—the adults who know the child best—so we can make a difference together.

At the heart of every piece of work is the child, nested within their surrounding world. Development happens where the child meets their relationships, home and classroom environments, and wider school systems. By understanding these connections, we can adapt environments, develop adult skills, and shape school systems so children feel safe and ready to learn.

What You Can Expect

• Dedicated Support for Families & Schools: Independent consultations for parents supporting a child’s development, emotional health, or progress, alongside comprehensive casework and strategic development for school settings.

• Early Intervention & Systemic Impact: Moving beyond reactive casework to build school capacity through staff training, reflective supervision, and strategic development.

• Listening & Problem-Solving: Working collaboratively to understand your current reality and focus on your priorities.

• Centering the Child's Voice: Ensuring the young person's views and lived experience shape every decision.

• Practical, Context-Focused Assessment: Looking at how a child learns in their daily environment to find realistic ways forward.

• Specialist Tic & Tourette Support: Providing evidence-based behavioural therapy (CBIT) alongside school consultation, staff training, and environmental adaptations.

• Building Long-Term Capacity: Equipping families/carers and school staff with clear, sustainable strategies that last.