What can you expect from a written psychology report?

A written report brings together all the elements of the completed assessments - discussed in earlier blogs. The report will contain recommendations for what could be done to make things go better for...

So what does an educational psychologist do (all day)? Part 2

Last week I left off my day with setting up the paperwork for report writing. The photo above is of my home office which is where I typically write my reports. You may be able to see that I’m fueled...

So what does an educational psychologist do (all day)? Part 1

My office, located on the grounds of Auckland Normal Intermediate. The following is an idealised day which has omitted the boring and mundane stuff. My day might start with a meeting with my intern...

Successful school holidays

School holidays have started. It’s likely to be cold and wet outside. You may be heading away for a cold weather holiday or to a tropical destination for some sunshine. Maybe you are staying at home...

So what is an educational psychologist?

Having been an educational psychologist for more than 10 years, I’m aware that people have a range of thoughts about this question. I’ve been told that being a psychologist must be like working for the...