Farah Fairweather

Farah Fairweather is an experienced Chartered Occupational Psychologist with over 20 years’ experience undertaking psychological assessments of adults.

She works exclusively in undertaking cognitive functioning assessments of adults and have provided expert testimony to Family and Criminal Proceedings, acting as an Independent Expert and Neurodiversity practitioner.

Fully qualified user of the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale Version IV (WAIS IV), which is the gold standard assessment of cognitive ability and general intelligence.

Specialist areas include:

• Assessment of cognitive functioning and capacity to litigate within Family and Criminal Court Proceedings (Mental Capacity Act, 2005).
• Diagnostic assessment of Neurodiverse conditions such as: Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD and Dyscalculia (Specific Learning Difficulties).
• Making recommendations for professionals (i.e., within Legal and Local Authority) who work with vulnerable persons to maximise cognitive functioning throughout court proceedings.
• Recommending reasonable adjustments to support individuals’ both within workplace and education or training arrangements.

Profession: Psychologist

Courts or Tribunals: Family Court, Personal Injury

Age groups: Adult

Psychological Specialisms: Mental Capacity

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