Waite psychology Lancaster

Waite Psychology – Family-Run Educational Psychology Services in Lancaster

About

Waite Psychology is a family-run service based in Lancaster. Founded in 2018 by Dr Jennifer Waite, an experienced Educational and Child Psychologist, it expanded in 2020 when her husband, Dr Michael Waite, joined the team. Together, they bring a wealth of experience and passion to support children, young people, and schools across the North West.

Dr Jennifer Waite earned her Doctorate in Child and Educational Psychology from The University of Manchester. Over the past 10 years, she has worked in both local authority and private sectors. Jennifer continues to offer psychological services to educational settings across the North West. She also serves as a board member and training coordinator at Link Cooperative.

Dr Michael Waite also holds a Doctorate in Educational Psychology from The University of Manchester. Before working as an Educational Psychologist, Michael had a background in therapeutic roles supporting young people. He later completed a Master’s in Psychology from Edge Hill University. Michael’s previous experience in finance and business management adds invaluable strength to the operational side of Waite Psychology.

In 2024, Jane Heyworth joined the team. With 13 years of experience as a school bursar, Jane manages the office, finances, and business development.

Services

Waite Psychology offers a variety of services designed to support children, young people, schools, and families:

• Educational Psychology Consultations: Collaborative sessions aimed at identifying strengths and areas for development, with a focus on practical solutions.

• Assessment Services: Comprehensive assessments for children aged 3-18, covering cognitive, emotional, and social needs.

• Attachment Aware and Trauma Informed (AATI) Interventions: Specialist support for schools to nurture emotional security and resilience in children.

• Early Years Development Support: Focused intervention for nurseries and early years providers, led by Michael’s expertise in early childhood development.

• Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) Support: Services designed to address emotional wellbeing, increase engagement, and build self-confidence in adolescents.

• Staff Training and Development: Tailored workshops for school staff, covering trauma awareness, emotional development, and attachment-sensitive practices.

Every service is individually tailored to meet the specific needs of each school or educational setting. Waite Psychology focuses on consultation, joint problem-solving, and building confidence among staff and parents.

Additional Information

Waite Psychology values collaboration and child-centred practice. Both Dr Jennifer and Dr Michael Waite are committed to ensuring that young people’s voices are central to the support process.

The team is fully registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and is a member of the British Psychological Society. They work with schools across the North West, supporting both mainstream and specialist settings.

Waite Psychology welcomes enquiries from schools, parents, and professionals who need expert, compassionate educational psychology services. The team is ready to support your school community.